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Fun Things to Do in San Luis Obispo, CA

Ishaan Govardhan
Located halfway between LA and San Francisco, the scrappy little college town of San Luis Obispo (SLO) is home to 3 California Historic Landmarks. Life moves at a langorous pace in the city, National Geographic has named "The Happiest Place in America". Often overlooked, this town is now emerging as a premier daycation destination with a lot to offer.

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Morro Rock in Morro Bay is a sanctuary for endangered peregrine falcons on the way to SLO.
In SLO, the historic Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa serves as a parish, cemetery, school, and museum.
Next up is the most unusual roadside attraction you're likely to ever see in your life: the Bubblegum Alley. This weird alleyway is 15-ft high and 70-ft long, and its walls are completely covered in used bubblegum! Add your own gum to the wall if you feel like it. Just try not to trip on anything while you're here!

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Laguna Lake Park offers fishing, picnic spots, and an equestrian center, conveniently located near other attractions.
SLO has preserved this remnant from the good old days: the Sunset Drive in Theater. Pull up in front of the screen and have an old-fashioned date night to remember!

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Shell Beach offers a relaxing seaside stroll with over 80 miles of SLO beaches. Look out for dolphins and sea lions!

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Don't miss 10,000 migrating butterflies at Pismo Beach's Monarch Butterfly Grove, October to February!

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Experience off-road excitement at Oceano Dunes SVRA and conquer shifting terrain!

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Hike to Bishop Peak or Felsman Loop for a wilderness adventure in SLO!

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Camp by Lake Lopez for 350 lakeside sites, ideal for BBQs and marshmallow roasting!

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8 golf courses in SLO! It's tee time! Play a round, then play another!

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San Luis Obispo Children's Museum: Where learning meets fun!

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Every Thursday since 1983, downtown SLO gets transformed by a lively Farmers’ Market. Buy organic produce and fresh, farm-to-table veggies at fair prices.

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Sip award-winning wines at Edna Valley Vineyard in SLO. Cheers to your getaway!