Best places in Avila Beach, United States to visit (UPDATED April, 2024)

Best places in Avila Beach

Discover the best places in Avila Beach, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 1.1K places in the village.

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Montaña de Oro State Park

State park

Huge oceanside park with rugged terrain including cliffs, beaches & hills, and trails for exploring.

4.90 (3.8K reviews) (~14.18 km from centre)

The Great American Melodrama & Vaudeville

Performing arts theater

Intimate theater with a variety of shows plus an in-house pub with beer, wine & snacks for purchase.

4.90 (1.1K reviews) (~14.01 km from centre)

Morro Rock Beach

Beach

City beach featuring the iconic Morro Rock, plus sandy dunes & seasonal lifeguards.

4.80 (2.1K reviews) (~24.51 km from centre)

Ember Restaurant

Restaurant

Eclectic, locally focused bistro prepping wood-fired pizzas & small plates in rustic, romantic digs.

$$$ $

4.80 (1K reviews) (~13.69 km from centre)

Endoscopy Center of the Central Coast

Surgical center

👍👍 At age 73 this was my first colonoscopy after a home test result that came back positive for possible cancer. The staff here is great and super efficient, very friendly too. Everything happened in a very timely manner with minimal waiting. After the procedure, which was totally painless as I slept t...

4.90 (453 reviews) (~13.93 km from centre)

Pismo Beach Walkway & Boardwalk

Tourist attraction

😐 Pismo.... What happened to you? It's now a California tourist trap.... Who needs a lighthouse when you have HUGE neon signs... Busy and overcrowded is an understatement. Yet.... Dipping your sandy toes in the ocean water is something everyone should experience.... Make the short drive to Morrow Bay,...

4.80 (901 reviews) (~9.61 km from centre)

Goshi | Japanese Restaurant

Japanese restaurant

Bustling Japanese spot with a simple decor & large selection of sushi & other traditional favorites.

$$$ $

4.80 (797 reviews) (~12.42 km from centre)

Bishop Peak

Hiking area

👍 An easy trail to climb with an incredible view of the valley. It's definitely worth a hike if you're visiting San Luis. Things you should know: - Bring lots of water - Cell service is great - Parking will be one a steep hill, is a short walk from the trailhead, and is crowded on weekends - There's...

4.90 (406 reviews) (~13.94 km from centre)

The Shell Shop, Inc.

Gift shop

4.80 (759 reviews) (~23.18 km from centre)

Dinosaur Caves Park

Park

A grassy lawn, playground & walking trails mark this 11-acre park situated atop oceanfront bluffs.

4.70 (4.3K reviews) (~6.66 km from centre)

Avila Valley Barn

Farm

Family-owned farm with a hay maze, pony & tractor rides, classic barbecue dishes & local produce.

$ $$$

4.70 (4.1K reviews) (~2.32 km from centre)

Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area

Off roading area

Oceanfront sand-dune area for ATV recreation & beach camping, with native plants & wildlife.

4.70 (3.7K reviews) (~12.36 km from centre)

Old West Cinnamon Rolls

Bakery

Upbeat, vintage bakery offering cinnamon rolls & other sweet treats along with espresso & smoothies.

$ $$$

4.70 (3.3K reviews) (~9.19 km from centre)

Morro Bay T Pier (Otter Viewing Area)

Wildlife park

👍👍 Amazing place, a „real“ pier with originally cracking planks underneath your feet and the otters are easy to watch and they are very cute, it even seems as if they are doing a show for the visitors, but they are just having a good time, turning around and around and eating sea shells (cracking them...

4.70 (2.6K reviews) (~23.89 km from centre)

Pismo Beach

Tourist attraction

👍👍 Pismo Beach is an absolutely beautiful! Breathtaking!! It’s one of the smaller beaches on the coast of California but the views are monumental! There are no words to describe its beauty. The upkeep and cleanliness shows and makes one want to come back to visit again and again! ❤️

4.70 (2.5K reviews) (~9.43 km from centre)

Morro Rock

Mountain peak

An ancient volcanic plug formed by magma, this 581-foot rock is known as a harbor entrance landmark.

4.80 (610 reviews) (~24.41 km from centre)

Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo

Performing arts theater

Modern performance venue comprising the Christopher Cohan Center & the Alex & Faye Spanos Theatre.

4.80 (609 reviews) (~14.92 km from centre)

Avila Beach

Public beach

👍 Beach location was awesome. It must be nice in the weekday . The time we went was at its peak Saturday and due to the Opening of Ca. Enjoyed while we were there. Of course the water was cold, but being out was enjoyable. We had our little dog so I let the family go out to the beach while I watched f...

4.80 (608 reviews) (~0.19 km from centre)

Morro Bay Dog Beach

Dog park

👍👍 A must go to for off leash dogs and dog lovers! It's just a beach, no amenities. Don't leave your picnic unattended. 🐾

4.80 (595 reviews) (~29.17 km from centre)

Pismo Beach Pier

Fishing pier

1,200-foot oceanside pier offering space for fishing, walking & viewing the sunset.

4.70 (2K reviews) (~9.19 km from centre)

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Best places in Avila Beach, United States