San Luis Rey, CA

Oceanside

Beautiful grounds to explore
The church is still active and home to Franciscan Friars.
San Luis Rey has been designated as a historic national landmark in 1970.
Attend Mass. Wander the grounds, the Cemetery ... Stare in awe at the architecture and colors.... Light a candle. Say a prayer.
Built in 1798 this is the eighteenth of twenty one Missions built by the Spanish along the El Camino Real in California.

Popular places to visit

Beautiful grounds to explore

Mission San Luis Rey Church

4/5(4 reviews)

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
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Oceanside Pier

4.5/5(527 reviews)

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
Oceanside Beach, California

Oceanside Beach

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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

Oceanside Beach
Various Oceanside California By Drone

Oceanside Harbor

4.5/5(314 reviews)

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
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
Make Your Own Candle at a Trendy Wine Bar in San Diego

DIY Candle Making Class at a Local Brewery in San Diego

$55
per adult
DIY Candle Making Class at a Local Brewery in San Diego
Carlsbad Wine Crawl and Small Bites Tour

Carlsbad Wine Crawl and Small Bites Tour

$96
per adult
Carlsbad Wine Crawl and Small Bites Tour
Prohibition Themed Cocktail Tour in Carlsbad

Prohibition Themed Cocktail Tour in Carlsbad

$96
per adult
Prohibition Themed Cocktail Tour in Carlsbad
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San Luis Rey Hotel Deals

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
$146 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$158 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
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! (1,649 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
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
$299 nightly
The price is $337 total per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
$337 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
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! (734 reviews)
We had an oceanfront room. It was everything we imagined and more . We will be back. Wonderful resort !

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

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

Pala Casino Spa And Resort

4 out of 5
11154 Highway 76 Valley Center CA
$144 nightly
The price is $156 total per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
$156 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Valley Center. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a casino, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,500 reviews)
A good place to stay. I recommend this

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Pala Casino Spa And Resort
Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar

4 out of 5
15575 Jimmy Durante Blvd Del Mar CA
$188 nightly
The price is $214 total per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
$214 total
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly resort in Del Mar. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
The staff members were very unpleasant. The room was dirty and we were falsely accused of drinking the for sale water bottles in the room. Luckily for me, I take photos of everything and prove my innocence. I do not recommend to anyone to ever stay here. Better rooms at a motel eight

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Hilton San Diego/Del Mar
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

2.5 out of 5
751 Macadamia Dr Carlsbad CA
$118 nightly
The price is $133 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$133 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
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! (1,210 reviews)
We had a great time and the staff were great!!!

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort

4 out of 5
1025 La Bonita Drive San Marcos CA
$165 nightly
The price is $179 total per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
$179 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this golf resort in San Marcos. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,385 reviews)
Beautiful safe location. Friendly staff.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Lakehouse Resort
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Other neighborhoods around San Luis Rey

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Oceana

While there might not be top attractions in Oceana, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Frontwave Arena and Mission San Luis Rey Church.

Oceana
Oceanside Pier at Sunset

Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro

4.5/5(32 area reviews)

Though Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Frontwave Arena and Mission San Luis Rey Church.

Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro
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Airport

When in Airport, you can plan a visit to Ocean's Eleven Casino and Mission San Luis Rey Church, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Airport
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North Valley

3/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting North Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Arrowood Golf Course and Oceanside Municipal Golf Course.

North Valley
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Loma Alta

2.5/5(76 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Loma Alta, Ocean's Eleven Casino and North County Model Railroad Society 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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