Downtown Oceanside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Oceanside, California, looking at the Downtown on the Beach with the Pier in the Background along the Resort Area
Oceanside, California, looking at the Downtown on the Beach with the Pier in the Background along the Resort Area
View of sunset with Oceanside pier from Wyndham resort.
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Popular places to visit

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Oceanside Pier

4/5(1 review)

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

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

Oceanside Beach
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Oceanside Harbor

4.5/5(2 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
Beautiful grounds to explore

Mission San Luis Rey Church

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Mission San Luis Rey Church during your travels in Oceanside. Wander through 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

Activities

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

AU$82
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

AU$11
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
“The best whale watching experience! Our fast and safe boat lets us cover more ocean, giving you the best chance to see whales up close. Small groups, big adventures!”

Open Boat Whale Watching

AU$145
per adult
Open Boat Whale Watching
Encinitas Food Tour

Encinitas Food Tour

AU$143
per adult
Encinitas Food Tour
Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

AU$215
per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
Leucadia Beach Surf Lessons

Leucadia Beach Surf Lessons

AU$174
per adult
Leucadia Beach Surf Lessons
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Our pick of the best Downtown Oceanside Hotel Deals

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 AU$472 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$472
per night
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this 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! (725 reviews)
Spectacular hotel in a very underrated beach town.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt

MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt

4.5 out of 5
201 N Myers St Oceanside CA
The price is AU$466 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$466
per night
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Stay at this luxury 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! (677 reviews)
Great hotel

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oceanside Beach

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oceanside Beach

4 out of 5
110 North Myers Street Oceanside CA
The price is AU$315 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$315
per night
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this beach hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
Clean room. Comfortable. quiet

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oceanside Beach
Club Wyndham Oceanside Pier

Club Wyndham Oceanside Pier

3.5 out of 5
333 N Myers Street Oceanside CA
Stay at this beach hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

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Club Wyndham Oceanside Pier
The Marbella

The Marbella

3.5 out of 5
308 S The Strand Oceanside CA
Stay at this beach condo in Oceanside. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Oceanside Pier are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (116 reviews)
Easy check in, great location already booked for next year!

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

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The Marbella
Southern California Beach Club

Southern California Beach Club

3 out of 5
121 South Pacific Street Oceanside CA
The price is AU$284 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$284
per night
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Stay at this 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! (537 reviews)
Helpful staff

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Southern California Beach Club
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Oceanside

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Townsite

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

Townsite
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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
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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
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East Side Capistrano

4/5(1 area review)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Side Capistrano and surrounding area, you can visit Ocean's Eleven Casino and Oceanside Harbor.

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

South Oceanside

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting South Oceanside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanside Beach and South Oceanside Beach.

South Oceanside
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Loma Alta

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

Downtown Oceanside Travel Guide

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