Pismo Beach Attractions

This spectacular beach enjoys a beautiful ocean front setting central to Southern San Luis Obispo County. With a population of approximately 8,500, this friendly seaside community enjoys a very mild climate with temperatures that range from 60 to 80 degrees (F) year round.

Pismo Beach features many special events throughout the year including, a Custom Car Show, 4th of July Fireworks, Western Days, Clam Festival and Marching Band Review. In addition, the city is home to two Dixieland jazz festivals. Pismo Beach is also the home of the migrating Monarch Butterflies who come each year from the end of October through February.

Guided Nature Hikes
Guided hikes to ancient Chumash Indian sites in the dunes and elsewhere, are offered regularly by State Park Docents and the Natural History Association.

Hearst Castle
This premiere "must see" visitor attraction is one of the most popular destinations in California. There are four tours daily and the 55 mile drive from Pismo Beach alone is worth the trip.

Breathtaking Tours of the Central Coast
Fly in this 4-passenger state-of-the-art Eurocopter EC-120 helicopter. Tours depart from the San Luis Obispo Airport. Bring your cameras!

Hummer Beach/Dunes Adventure Tour
A thrill-a-minute ride along the beach and through the dunes in a genuine Hummer.

Tours
Guided bus tours to many interesting locations around the Central Coast including our fabulous wine country.

Wine Country
A short drive East on Price Canyon Road takes you to more than a dozen picturesque wineries, tasting rooms and winery gift shops in Edna and Arroyo Grande Valleys.