The town of San Luis Obispo is a fun college town with a great downtown area filled with bars and restaurants. Only ~15 minutes from Dolphin Bay, we recommend exploring while you're in town!
Stop by for some local flare! Colorful illuminated seven-foot-tall letters spell out Pismo Beach and a playground with a giant slide that glides through the plaza floor leading to the beach below. We may not have perfect beach weather in April, but the photo op will be worth the 5 minute drive!
If you have an afternoon to kill and want to fit in some quick wine tasting, make your way up to Tin City in Paso Robles! The community of Tin City is a collection of small, artisanal producers who have set up shop in repurposed industrial buildings, creating a charming, eclectic mix of over 40 tasting rooms, breweries, wineries, and distilleries. Our personal favorite is Jacob Toft!