Oceanside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Oceanside
Oceanside
Oceanside
Photo by Ann Sair
Photo by Ann Sair
Photo by Daniel Cupil
Photo by Daniel Cupil

Where to stay in Oceanside

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Townsite

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting Townsite, you might make a stop by sights like The Pier at Oceanside and Oceanside Pier.

Townsite
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South Oceanside

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting South Oceanside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanside Beach and Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center.

South Oceanside
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Downtown Oceanside

While visiting Downtown Oceanside, you might make a stop by sights like The Pier at Oceanside and Oceanside Pier.

Downtown Oceanside
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Fire Mountain

While there might not be top attractions in Fire Mountain, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oceanside Beach and The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall.

Fire Mountain
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Loma Alta

If you're spending some time in Loma Alta, Ocean's Eleven Casino and Goat Hill Park are top sights worth seeing.

Loma Alta
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Oceana

While Oceana isn't home to many top sights, Frontwave Arena and Mission San Luis Rey Church are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oceana
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
The price is £206 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
£206
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (617 reviews)
"Very special atmosphere, would stay here again and again!"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
Best Western Oceanside Inn

Best Western Oceanside Inn

2.5 out of 5
1680 Oceanside Blvd, Oceanside, CA
The price is £100 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£100
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Efficiency flexibility."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Best Western Oceanside Inn
Hotel Avenida - Oceanside Camp Pendleton

Hotel Avenida - Oceanside Camp Pendleton

2.5 out of 5
1403 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £71 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
£71
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
6.6/10 (192 reviews)
"The beds are really comfortable. I slept very good in there."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Hotel Avenida - Oceanside Camp Pendleton
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The Marbella

The Marbella

3.5 out of 5
308 S The Strand, Oceanside, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star beach condo in Oceanside. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Oceanside ...
9/10 Wonderful! (99 reviews)
"I absolutely loved staying here! The check in & out was super clear and simple. The bed was AMAZING, the amenities were perfect! I will definitely be staying here again the first chance I get!"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

The Marbella
Southern California Beach Club

Southern California Beach Club

3 out of 5
121 South Pacific Street, Oceanside, CA
Stay at this 3-star beach condo in Oceanside. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (512 reviews)
"Ocean views, location, walking distance to restaurants, shopping, and the beach."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Southern California Beach Club
Aquamarine Villas

Aquamarine Villas

3.5 out of 5
711 S Myers St, Oceanside, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly holiday home in Oceanside. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (126 reviews)
"Very very very convenient, super clean, and comfortable. All accommodations were great! A home away from home. Super friends staff too! Definitely will return! Price was just right!! Thank you!!"

Reviewed on 25 May 2025

Aquamarine Villas
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Popular places to visit

Oceanside Pier

Oceanside Pier

Explore the waterfront of Oceanside Pier and enjoy activities such as surfing in Oceanside. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Oceanside Pier
Oceanside Strand Beach

Oceanside Strand Beach

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

Oceanside Strand Beach
Oceanside Harbor Beach

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
Mission San Luis Rey Church

Mission San Luis Rey Church

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mission San Luis Rey Church during your travels in San Luis Rey. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Mission San Luis Rey Church

Oceanside Beach

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

Oceanside Beach

SoCal Sports Complex

After visiting SoCal Sports Complex, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oceanside.

SoCal Sports Complex

Things to do

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

£56
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

£42
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Historic Arch, Old Mission San Luis Rey

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

£6
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!

Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!

£31
per adult
Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Oceanside Puzzling Adventure

£26
per traveller
Oceanside Puzzling Adventure
Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

£111
per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
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Cities near Oceanside

Legoland California featuring rides

Carlsbad