How to Get Here
The trip to San Luis Obispo can be a memorable experience in itself. Getting here is part of the fun!
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By Car
The routes are paved with lush vineyards, rolling golden hills and dramatic ocean views. If you’re coming from Northern California, 101 South offers a direct route, or consider taking the slower but far more scenic drive along the Pacific Ocean on Highway 1. Coming from Southern California, take 101 North. Residents from the Central Valley can take the 41 East or 46 East to the 101 South.
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By Train
Amtrak provides regular service to San Luis Obispo. The Amtrak station is close to downtown and is served daily by the Coast Starlight train and twice daily by the Pacific Surfliner train. www.amtrakcalifornia.com
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By Bus
Greyhound offers a daily bus schedule into San Luis Obispo County from Los Angeles, San Francisco, and the San Joaquin Valley. www.greyhound.com
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By Air
American Eagle, Air San Luis, United Express, and America West offer commercial flights into the regional airport, located just outside San Luis Obispo.
General Visitor’s Information
San Luis Obispo is a destination for all seasons with a moderate climate year-round. While many attractions can be enjoyed any time, each time of year has something unique to offer. In the summer, temperatures average a pleasant 70 to 80 degrees, just right for shopping or enjoying the evening light as you walk along the creek after a dinner downtown. During autumn, breathe in the crisp morning air from the Jacuzzi outside your hotel room before a day of wine tasting. When winter comes, take a leisurely bike ride around the green, rolling hills surrounding the city. Wildflowers start to bloom in early spring, flooding the surrounding hills with purples, blues, oranges, and reds.
While San Luis Obispo is a perfect vacation spot in its own right, it’s also ideally situated as a home base for exploring all of Central California. Many visitors venture afield to world-famous Hearst Castle, one of the many surrounding beaches, Carrizo Plain National Monument, the Danish village of Solvang, or many other popular destinations. With its variety of activities, stellar weather, friendly locals, and limitless opportunities for unique experiences, San Luis Obispo is the perfect getaway.
