South Oceanside, CA

Oceanside

Dune Fence With Sea Oats on Second Avenue Beach, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA
Dune Fence With Sea Oats on Second Avenue Beach, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA

Popular places to visit

Oceanside Beach, California

Oceanside Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oceanside Beach during your trip to Oceanside?

Oceanside Beach
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Oceanside Pier

After visiting Oceanside Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oceanside. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Oceanside Pier
Various Oceanside California By Drone

Oceanside Harbor

Explore the waterfront of Oceanside Harbor and enjoy other activities such as surfing in Oceanside. Stroll along the seaside or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Oceanside Harbor
Oceanside, California, looking at the Downtown on the Beach with the Pier in the Background along the Resort Area

Oceanside Strand Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oceanside Strand Beach during your trip to Oceanside?

Oceanside Strand Beach
Beautiful grounds to explore

Mission San Luis Rey Church

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mission San Luis Rey Church during your travels in Oceanside. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Mission San Luis Rey Church
Afternoon before the storm.

Oceanside Harbor Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oceanside Harbor Beach during your trip to Oceanside? Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the campsites.

Oceanside Harbor Beach

Things to do

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

$57
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Historic Arch, Old Mission San Luis Rey

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

$8
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Oceanside Puzzling Adventure

$35
per traveler
Oceanside Puzzling Adventure
Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

$149
per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
Encinitas Food Tour

Encinitas Food Tour

$96
per adult
Encinitas Food Tour
Carlsbad Wine Crawl and Small Bites Tour

Carlsbad Wine Crawl and Small Bites Tour

$96
per adult
Carlsbad Wine Crawl and Small Bites Tour
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South Oceanside Hotel Deals

Oceanside Inn & Suites

Oceanside Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
1820 S Coast Hwy Oceanside CA
$70 nightly
The price is $79 total per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
$79 total
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and South Oceanside Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (431 reviews)
The room was OK, but the heater and air conditioner didn't work. Parking is very awkward. No working outlets.

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Oceanside Inn & Suites
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

3.5 out of 5
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr Escondido CA
$153 nightly
The price is $166 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$166 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 8 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,624 reviews)
So fun, tons of things to do and see on the property. Canyon grille was great food

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real San Diego CA
$128 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
$146 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,095 reviews)
Dirty sheets. They teplaced them

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

3.5 out of 5
720 Camino Del Mar Del Mar CA
$111 nightly
The price is $126 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$126 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Del Mar. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,021 reviews)
Room was amazing the ocean view was everything

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt

4 out of 5
101 Mission Ave Oceanside CA
$303 nightly
The price is $341 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$341 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (725 reviews)
Spectacular hotel in a very underrated beach town.

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

2.5 out of 5
751 Macadamia Dr Carlsbad CA
$86 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
$96 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,185 reviews)
Clean great staff

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
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Other neighborhoods around South Oceanside

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Mid-District

If you're spending some time in Mid-District, Oceanside Beach and Oceanside Strand Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Mid-District
California poppies (Eschscholzia californica) and Chia

Fire Mountain

While there might not be top attractions in Fire Mountain, you can explore the larger area and discover places like North County Model Railroad Society and Oceanside Beach.

Fire Mountain
Oceanside, California, looking at the Downtown on the Beach with the Pier in the Background along the Resort Area

Downtown Oceanside

While visiting Downtown Oceanside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanside Strand Beach and Buccaneer Beach.

Downtown Oceanside
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Townsite

4/5(344 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Townsite, Oceanside Strand Beach and Oceanside Harbor Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Townsite
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Loma Alta

2.5/5(76 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Loma Alta, North County Model Railroad Society and Ocean's Eleven Casino are top sights worth seeing.

Loma Alta
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Henie Hills

While Henie Hills isn't home to many top sights, The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall and Frontwave Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.

Henie Hills
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South Oceanside, CA

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