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Village

Pismo Beach

8,072 people (2020)

Famous for its sweeping Pacific dunes, clam chowder bread bowls, and spectacular monarch butterfly grove, Pismo Beach blends classic California beach-town energy with ATV dune riding and fresh seafood straight off the pier.

Written by our AI

Scenic drivesOutdoor adventureFamily-friendly

Our AI's themes

How long
1–2 days
Our AI's estimate of a typical stay.
Seasons to visit
Summer and autumn
Our AI's estimate of the seasons people enjoy most.
Sightseeing weather
June, July, August, September and October
Weather only, worked out from the town's records.

On the map

Where it is, and the other places we have mapped around it.

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Things to do in Pismo Beach

4 we list here

Written by our AI

1Pismo PreserveHiking & trails·About 2h·Moderate·Best in the morningA sweeping 900-acre coastal preserve where rolling oak woodlands and open grasslands spill toward views of Morro Bay and the Pacific.
2Pismo Beach Premium OutletsShopping & markets·About 2h·Easy·Any timePismo Beach Premium Outlets offers a diverse range of stores, featuring top brands at enticing prices, all set against a picturesque coastal backdrop.
3Monarch Butterfly GroveWildlife & nature·About 45m·Easy·Best at middayEach winter, thousands of western monarch butterflies drape the eucalyptus branches of this coastal grove in shimmering clusters of orange and black.
4DE BU Fillipino MarketShopping & marketsA small Asian grocery store in Pismo Beach, offering a wide range of specialty produce, bakery goods, and hard-to-find Asian ingredients.

Durations, effort and best times are our AI's estimates.

Places to eat in Pismo Beach

25 we list here

Written by our AI

1The Oyster LoftSeafood·Suits dinner·$$$The Oyster Loft is Pismo Beach's premier upscale seafood restaurant, specializing in fresh oysters flown in daily and creative seafood dishes.
2Breezeway CafeSuits breakfast, brunch·$$A family-owned cafe in Pismo Beach offering a variety of breakfast options, including breakfast burritos and sweet waffles, as well as espresso drinks from Quintessa Coffee Roasters.
3Sunsets at PismoAmerican·Suits lunch, dinner·$$Located on the Pismo Beach pier, this eatery offers a variety of comfort foods like steak sandwiches, elote, and fried avocado tacos.
4The Splash CafeFish·Suits lunch, dinner·$$Famous for its award-winning clam chowder served in a sourdough bread bowl, a must-try in Pismo Beach.
5Giuseppe's ExpressItalian·Suits lunch, dinner·$$Giuseppe's Express offers hearty Italian-American dishes in a warm, open-air setting.
6PisMo CafePizza, Italian·Suits lunch, dinner·$$A cozy pizzeria near Pismo Pier, known for its Italian cuisine and friendly staff.
7T’s Red TacosMexican·Suits lunch, dinner·$$A local eatery specializing in authentic Mexican tacos and dishes.
8Giuseppe's Italian American ClubPizza, Italian·Suits dinner·$$$A beloved Italian-American restaurant known for hearty pasta dishes and excellent garlic bread.
9Mo's SmokehouseBarbecue·Suits lunch, dinner·$$Offers a variety of smoked meats and barbecue dishes.
10Moreno’s TaqueriaMexican·Suits lunch, dinner·$$Offers authentic Mexican cuisine with generous portions, including favorites like the chicken super burrito and chorizo breakfast burrito.
11HotlixSuits dessert, snacks·$A candy store in Pismo Beach offering a variety of unique and novelty candies, including those with edible insects.
12Pismo Brewing CompanySuits lunch, dinner, late-night·$$A brewery in Pismo Beach offering a variety of craft beers and pub food.
13El Pizmo Fish Co.Seafood·Suits lunch, dinner·$$El Pizmo Fish Co.
14Taqueria El GüeroMexican·Suits lunch, dinner·$$Taqueria El Güero is a restaurant in Pismo Beach.
15Coco's BakeryAmerican·Suits breakfast, lunch·$$A bakery and café known for its fresh pastries and hearty meals.
16PequínSuits dinner·$$Offers a fusion of coastal and Latin American cuisine with beautiful beach views.
17Shell CafeAmerican·Suits lunch, dinner·$$A local favorite known for its fresh seafood and hearty portions, offering a cozy atmosphere for diners.
18El MiradorMexican·Suits lunch, dinner·$$El Mirador offers a blend of traditional and contemporary Mexican cuisine in a vibrant setting.
19Pismo Beach Candy CompanySuits dessert, snacks·$A confectionery shop in Pismo Beach offering a variety of candies and sweet treats.
20Steamers of PismoSuits lunch, dinner, late-night·$$$A seafood restaurant in Pismo Beach known for its clam chowder and fresh seafood dishes.
21Milk TBubble tea·Suits brunch, late-night·$$A café offering a variety of milk teas and light snacks.
22HuckleberrySuits breakfast, brunch·$$A cozy spot known for its hearty breakfasts and comfort food.
23Pismo Fish & ChipsSuits lunch, dinner, late-night·$$A seafood spot in Pismo Beach specializing in fish and chips.
24The BoardroomSuits dinner, late-night·$$A pub in Pismo Beach offering a selection of drinks and bar food.
25Tomasko’s Salt Water TaffySuits dessert, snacks·$A candy store in Pismo Beach specializing in salt water taffy.

Cuisine from OpenStreetMap. "Suits" and price bands are our AI's estimates.

Places to stay in Pismo Beach

1 we list here

Written by our AI

1Pismo Lighthouse SuitesHotel·Good for families, groups·$$$Located on the shores of Pismo Beach, this family-friendly hotel features spacious suites with ocean views, a heated pool, hot tub, and complimentary breakfast.

Type of stay from OpenStreetMap. "Good for" and price bands are our AI's estimates.

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The weather you'd get

Typical daily high and low, and the share of days with rain, from historical records (2011-2025). Average weather for Pismo Beach, not a forecast.

January high 63°
low 46°
rain on 20%
February high 62°
low 46°
rain on 21%
March high 63°
low 48°
rain on 24%
April high 65°
low 50°
rain on 11%
May high 66°
low 51°
rain on 5%
June high 69°
low 54°
rain on 2%
July high 70°
low 56°
rain on 0%
August high 73°
low 57°
rain on 0%
September high 74°
low 58°
rain on 2%
October high 73°
low 55°
rain on 5%
November high 67°
low 50°
rain on 15%
December high 63°
low 47°
rain on 21%
Warmest month: September, highs around 74°F, 23°C. Wettest: March, rain on about 24% of days. Driest: July.
Sightseeing weather. The mildest, driest and calmest months for sightseeing are June, July, August, September and October. That is weather only. It says nothing about ski seasons, beach days or festivals, which is often why people go.

Nearby towns

San Luis Obispo · 10 miMorro Bay · 19 miPaso Robles · 33 miLompoc · 36 miCambria · 38 mi

From Wikipedia

Pismo Beach is a city in the southern portion of San Luis Obispo County, in the Central Coast area of California, United States. Its population was 8,072 at the 2020 census, up from 7,655 in 2010.

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Names, place details, opening times and addresses © OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database Licence.

Text: Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Facts: Wikidata (CC0).

Weather: Open-Meteo historical weather data.

Airports: OurAirports, public domain.

Photo: Pismobeach02032022 by Soundsfancy, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

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