South Oceanside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Image for Oceanside Pier

Oceanside Pier

4/5(1 review)

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
Image for Oceanside Strand Beach

Oceanside Strand Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oceanside Strand Beach during your trip to Oceanside? Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the campsites.

Oceanside Strand Beach
Image for 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
Image for 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
Image for Oceanside Beach

Oceanside Beach

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

Oceanside Beach
Image for Saint Malo Beach

Saint Malo Beach

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

Saint Malo Beach

Activities

Image for LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

AU$127
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Image for Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

AU$86
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Image for Carlsbad Caverns Self Guided Tour (Walking)

Carlsbad Caverns Self Guided Tour (Walking)

AU$23
Per adult
Carlsbad Caverns Self Guided Tour (Walking)
See all activities in Oceanside

Our pick of the best South Oceanside Hotel Deals

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2 out of 5
750 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA
The price is AU$118 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$118
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this motel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.4/10 (1,131 reviews)
"The desk clerk Rafiq was very polite, he explained precisely how to find my room.. thank you for having him on staff"

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
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
The price is AU$378 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$378
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 8 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the family amenities ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
Great Experience
"We have stayed here many times and always excellent. Staff have been very accomodating and friendly"

Reviewed on 29 May 2024

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Lakehouse Resort
Lakehouse Resort
4 out of 5
1025 La Bonita Drive, San Marcos, CA
The price is AU$243 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
AU$243
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4-star 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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Loved everything about the resort and surrounding area"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Lakehouse Resort
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
3 out of 5
850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$266 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
AU$266
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy a fitness center, a 24-hour front desk, and a 24-hour business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,308 reviews)
"I like the fact that there was like 8 restaurants closer then my truck in the parking lot and it’s not like I park far away"

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
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
The price is AU$257 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$257
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,021 reviews)
"Staff was really nice and willing to help. Breakfast was good & was able to check in early."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
San Diego Marriott Del Mar
San Diego Marriott Del Mar
4 out of 5
11966 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$389 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
AU$389
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy room service, a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"I think Valet parking can be more friendly. Luis did a very great job and came right up to my family and I. However just standing around and having to approach them is ridiculous."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

San Diego Marriott Del Mar
See all 4,197 properties in South Oceanside
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around South Oceanside

Default Image

Fire Mountain

While there might not be top attractions in Fire Mountain, you can explore the larger area and discover places like SoCal Sports Complex and Oceanside Beach.

Fire Mountain
Default Image

Townsite

While visiting Townsite, you might make a stop by sights like Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base and The Pier at Oceanside.

Townsite
Default Image

Henie Hills

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

Henie Hills
Default Image

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
Default Image

East Side Capistrano

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in East Side Capistrano, Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base and Mount Ecclesia are top sights worth seeing.

East Side Capistrano
Default Image

Renaissance Ter

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Renaissance Ter and surrounding area, you can visit Oceanside Harbor Beach and Oceanside Harbor.

Renaissance Ter

South Oceanside Travel Guide

Choose two or more items and save on your trip: