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City in California, United States
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Morro Bay (population 10,000) is in San Luis Obispo County in the Central Coast region of California. The town is best known for the massive 581-foot (177-m) volcanic rock at the entrance to the harbour.
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The only natural history museum in the State Park system, this museum focuses on the unique environment of Morro Bay and its estuary.
The great sight is the surf at the base of Morro Rock (called "The Rock" locally) which is the lava plug remnant of an ancient volcano. A bayside walk connects the Embarcadero waterfront to the ocean and harbor entry. The jetty that guards the bay mouth is a popular but dangerous surf vantage point, and one must take care with rogue waves which have killed visitors here. The Rock is a protected Native American shrine and home to endangered peregrine falcons.
Morro Bay Art in the Park is sponsored by the Morro Bay Art Association and is one of the oldest fine art and fine craft shows in the state of California; it's been running since 1955. Proceeds from the art show benefit high school art education in San Luis Obispo County. The show is held on Memorial Day weekend, Fourth of July weekend and Labor Day weekend.
Has great views, and is both a popular and reliable choice, especially for older patrons.
Delicious French dip sandwiches are hand-carved in front of you. This restaurant serves up German fare as well as the popular waterfront fish and chips and clam chowder options.
For an amazing carne asada burrito and authentic experience, head to Taco de Mexico for lunch. Referred to by locals simply as "Tacos De," this popular spot is easy, fast, and inexpensive, though lines can be out the door around noon.
If you are looking for an escape from the often tourist-filled Embarcadero dining scene, follow Main Street to North Morro Bay. There you will find a great, family-friendly Mexican eatery with the best chips and salsa around (their salsa is bottled and sold in local grocery stores as well as in the restaurant).
For additional waterfront dining, check out the Bayside Cafe, located at the local Marina. Offering outside and inside seating and a view of kayakers, this restaurant is great for small family gatherings or long conversations with friends. Try the catch of the day sandwich, which is almost always salmon cooked to perfection.
Long-running, old-school counter serve with slices, pies & sandwiches, plus beer & arcade games.
Hotel features pillow top beds, balconies, fitness room, free hot breakfast, free wireless Internet, business center.
Rooms with ocean views, king beds, queen beds, and two beds. Free wireless high speed Internet, in room coffee makers, fridge, microwave, iron/ironing boards. Booking direct with hotel and save.
Luxury rooms at affordable rates. Room with ocean views, free wireless Internet, in room fridge & microwave, coffee makers, pillow top beds, king & queen beds available. Free breakfast & fitness room.
Each room at Blufftop Inn & Suites features upscale and modern finishes, including locally-inspired designs and quartz countertops. In addition, our rooms are equipped with a desk area, large air conditioning to regulate the room temperature to your liking, smart 4K flat screen TVs, pillowtop mattresses, beach wood-inspired hard flooring, single-serve K-cup coffee machines with coffee, and, of course, a ceiling fan, iron and ironing boards, hair dryers, microwaves, and refrigerators. As one of the newest hotels in Morro Bay, the hotel strives to provide guests with exceptional value.
Hotel amenities include free large-vehicle parking, free continental breakfast, and free Wi-Fi. The property is non-smoking, pet-friendly, and kids 17 and under stay free with an adult.
It sits on 4,000 acres just inside Morro Bay State Park offering a coastal hideaway of natural beauty.
Each room comes with a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and a mini-fridge. Guests can also take advantage of the hotel's outdoor seating areas that include an upper level patio offering panoramic ocean views and a lower area featuring bonfire pits.
By plane
The nearest airport is in San Luis Obispo, with a range of departures to western hubs. Take the SLO Transit bus downtown and then transfer to RTA route 12.
By bus
San Luis Obispo Regional Transit Authority offers countywide bus service. Take Route 12 from San Luis Obispo or Los Osos, or Route 15 from Cambria and San Simeon.
By train
The nearest train station is in San Luis Obispo, with Amtrak service on the Coast Starlight and Pacific Surfliner.
By car
Car travel is easy in Morro Bay, though parking may be challenging on weekends and in the summer.
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