Best places in Santa Maria

Discover the best places in Santa Maria, 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 901 places in the city.

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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) (~22.93 km from centre)
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AT&T Store
Cell phone store
Retailer providing wireless plans & a range of phones, devices & accessories.
$$ $$
4.80 (1.8K reviews) (~4.24 km from centre)
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Ember Restaurant
Restaurant
Eclectic, locally focused bistro prepping wood-fired pizzas & small plates in rustic, romantic digs.
$$$ $
4.80 (1K reviews) (~23.9 km from centre)
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Pismo Beach Walkway & Boardwalk
Tourist attraction
😐 Pismo.... What happened to you? It's now a California tourist trap.... Who needs a lighthouse when you have HUGE neon signs... Busy and overcrowded is an understatement. Yet.... Dipping your sandy toes in the ocean water is something everyone should experience.... Make the short drive to Morrow Bay,...
4.80 (901 reviews) (~27.62 km from centre)
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Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area
Off roading area
Oceanfront sand-dune area for ATV recreation & beach camping, with native plants & wildlife.
4.70 (3.7K reviews) (~24.54 km from centre)
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Old West Cinnamon Rolls
Bakery
Upbeat, vintage bakery offering cinnamon rolls & other sweet treats along with espresso & smoothies.
$ $$$
4.70 (3.3K reviews) (~28.16 km from centre)
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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) (~27.9 km from centre)
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Pismo Beach Pier
Fishing pier
1,200-foot oceanside pier offering space for fishing, walking & viewing the sunset.
4.70 (2K reviews) (~28.01 km from centre)
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Oceano Dunes Natural Preserve State Park
State park
👍👍 Super fun place to drive around with ATV. For $5 you can have fun in this recreation sand dune all day long. Some people would set up a fire place and watch to sun set. It’s a beautiful scenery. You can rent ATV’s right next to the entrance. Costs vary depending on the types of vehicle starting abo...
4.70 (1.4K reviews) (~26.04 km from centre)
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Trader Joe's
Grocery store
Grocery chain with a variety of signature items, plus produce, dairy & more (most sell wine & beer).
$$ $$
4.70 (1.3K reviews) (~2.14 km from centre)
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Bell's
French restaurant
Relaxed French-inspired bistro in a former farm building serving fine-dining fare & eclectic wines.
4.80 (499 reviews) (~27.3 km from centre)
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Hitching Post
Steak house
Oak-grilled meats, a few unique dishes & distinctive house wines served in Western-style digs.
$$ $$
4.70 (1K reviews) (~15.41 km from centre)
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Oyster Loft
Seafood restaurant
Refined seafood, raw-bar fare, steaks & drinks served in beachfront digs with a patio & ocean views.
$$$ $
4.70 (965 reviews) (~28.03 km from centre)
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Pismo Preserve
Nature preserve
900-acre nature preserve open to the public for docent-led hikes, runs, bike rides & horse rides.
4.70 (889 reviews) (~29.6 km from centre)
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Oceano Dunes Pole 2
Recreation center
👍👍 I'm not sure why I am getting prompted to review Pole 2 specifically... I mean, it's a fine pole. A very good pole, one of the best, believe me. It has a large number 2 on it, which is convenient for knowing that you are further than Pole 1, but not quite as far as Pole 3. It is surrounded by sand,...
4.70 (826 reviews) (~23.42 km from centre)
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The Spoon Trade
American restaurant
Hip American eatery spotlighting seasonal, thoughtfully sourced fare, plus many craft beers & wines.
$$ $$
4.70 (775 reviews) (~25.67 km from centre)
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Kon Tiki Inn
Hotel
Basic rooms with balconies & views, plus free Wi-Fi & continental breakfast, a pool & beach access.
4.70 (732 reviews) (~28.73 km from centre)
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The Garden Mediterranean Restaurant & Cafe
Mediterranean restaurant
Grilled meat platters & classic Mediterranean dishes in a traditional dining room with a patio.
$$ $$
4.70 (717 reviews) (~0.69 km from centre)
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Taqueria El Guero
Restaurant
👍👍 The service was mostly self-service but the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. In addition, the food was extremly tasty. As an Eastern European I am by no means an expert on mexican cuisine but my tortilla was extremely tasty. Everything fit perfectly and nothing was out of place for my liki...
$$ $$
4.90 (254 reviews) (~28.04 km from centre)
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Monarch Butterfly Grove
Nature preserve
Eucalyptus tree–filled grove with thousands of monarch butterflies in late October through February.
4.60 (4.3K reviews) (~26.55 km from centre)
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