Things To Do

Hearst Castle brings to life his love of all things Christmas, and invites you to join in the spirit of the season!

The Cambria Christmas Market features open-air stalls selling glühwein (hot mulled wine), traditional German foods, local vendors, and live entertainment.

The annual Scarecrow Festival includes plenty of fall festivities, including a trail of handmade scarecrows displayed throughout the town’s East and West Villages.

For easy-breezy family fun, nothing beats a hike. Lace up your walking shoes, grab a hat and a water bottle, and head out any of coastal San Luis Obispo County’s hundreds of hiking trails.

Central Coast farmers’ markets bring more than fresh fixings ― they often bring prepared food, live music and entertainment, too. Grab your bag and join us.

See the sights and highlights along the Highway 1 Discovery Route! Featuring 101 miles of adventure, the route stretches from the scenic coastline in Ragged Point south through the agricultural communities of Oceano and Nipomo.

The quaint, historic, and lively, Village of Arroyo Grande (Downtown), charms visitors with its one-of-a-kind shops, dining, and community events.

The quaint downtown of Cayucos boasts field-to-table restaurants, antique stores, public art and cafes ― all just steps from the beach.

The tiny one-room jailhouse over-looking downtown Arroyo Grande from Le Point Street is known as the Hoosegow.

Set in the heart of rural San Luis Obispo County, California lies Harmony.

An exciting, fun filled full-day experience making the most of your time in California’s stunning Central Coast.

Before the advent of the railroad and easily traversed highways, most of the commerce in central California was conducted by ship and piers and wharfs were vitally important.

Still standing as a restored inn and restaurant, Captain James Cass’s House is in downtown Cayucos.

In 1914 the Pacific Coast Railway Company constructed a pier at Port San Luis for commercial shipping.

Paddle back in time with professional kayak guides to the 125 year old fully restored and quite beautiful Point San Luis Lighthouse in Avila Beach, California

Creative inspiration runs wild at “The Place” - Oceano’s arts co-op on Hwy 1.

The towers have become a popular “must-see” for both residents and visitors.

Teachers, students, beachgoers, researchers and others can now view a wealth of information about central California marine life