- TripBuzz found 88 things to do with kids in or near San Luis Obispo, California, including 67 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Morro Bay, Pismo Beach, Atascadero and Santa Maria.
- From Madonna Inn Trail Rides to San Luis Obispo Children's Museum, the San Luis Obispo area offers 56 different types of family activities, including: Hiking Trails, Movie Theaters, Parks and Historic Buildings.
- Located along California's central coast is the city of San Luis Obispo. One of the states oldest communities, the state offers a mix of history and natural beauty enjoyed by locals and tourists. Hiking through the cities green hills and canyons is a favorite pastime, as is visiting some the areas famous inn's and theatres.
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750 Hearst Castle Road, San Simeon, CA 93452
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A state beach located just across the road from the famed Hearst Castle is the William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach. The beach is a popular area for sunbathing, picnics and enjoying the scenery that surrounds the castle grounds.
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750 Hearst Castle Road, San Simeon, CA 93452
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Lined with Eucalyptus trees, W R Hearst Memorial State Beach offers visitors a place to sunbathe and watch the neighboring seals. The beach has a boardwalk where local fisherman fish for rockfish.
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750 Hearst Castle Road, San Simeon, CA 93452
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The Hearst Castle Visitor Center is the first location visitors should stop at on their trip to the Hearst Castle. Guests can stop by one of the many restaurants available for a meal or visit the gift shop for souvenirs.
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San Simeon's most prominent place to visit is the beautiful and historical Hearst Castle. Having taken over 28 years to complete, the home is a masterpiece featuring 165 rooms and 127 acres of garden available to tour.
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A great sight-seeing spot to watch the famous San Simeon elephant seals in their natural habitat is Piedras Blancas. The area also features a lighthouse that is popular with tourists visiting the area.
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Tours meet at the former Piedras Blancas Motel 1.5 miles North of the light station, Cambria, CA
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At the Piedras Blancas Light Station, guests will be able to take a guided tour of the lighthouse. The location also features a gift shop that sells mugs, t-shirts, watercolor prints, and ball caps.
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Jalama Road, Lompoc, CA 93436
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Housed on a 300-acre ranch, the Return to Freedom, American Wild Horse Sanctuary is dedicated to preserving the freedom, diversity and habitat of wild horses. The sanctuary cares for over 400 horses.
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2295 Purisima Road, Lompoc, CA 93436
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The nearly 2,000-acre La Purisima State Historical Park is home to 25 miles of hiking trails, livestock and the eleventh of 21 Spanish Missions established in Alta California. The site recreates life during the 1820's, where the residents engaged in blacksmithing, candle making, farming and weaving.
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With plenty of benches, a separate area for large and small dogs, and an escape-proof entry, Barkin Park is a safe an convenient way to make sure dogs are getting their exercise.
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Elephant Seal Rookery is a delightful stop along California Highway 1 and serves to protect the Elephant Seals and their pups. Visitors can observe the elephant seals as they lounge, play and swim while learning about their history.