Downtown Oceanside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Downtown Oceanside
Downtown Oceanside
Downtown Oceanside
Photo by Sia Timo
Photo by Sia Timo
Photo by Annette Briers
Photo by Annette Briers

Popular places to visit

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
Oceanside Beach

Oceanside Beach

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

Oceanside Beach
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

The Pier at Oceanside

Take the family on an outing to The Pier at Oceanside during your trip to Oceanside. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

The Pier at Oceanside

Activities

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

AU$90
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

AU$87
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$12
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!

AU$64
per adult
Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!
Encinitas Food Tour

Encinitas Food Tour

AU$146
per adult
Encinitas Food Tour
Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

AU$227
per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
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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$669 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$669
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (677 reviews)
"Loved that the family suite has a door separating living room/ sofa bed"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

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$647 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$647
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (632 reviews)
"Nice property"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

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$293 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$293
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Easy check in. Kind staff. Clean room. Nearby parking."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oceanside Beach
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 WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Oceanside Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (107 reviews)
"The room was facing south, small units and I could her the waves all night, the kitchen was small for our family but it had all we needed. The staff was friendly and helpful, the location is about a 10 min walk to restaurants, icecream shop, surf shops etc. The unit had a garage that is only big ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

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The Marbella
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$240 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$240
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & 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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,483 reviews)
"Clean room. Friendly staff, family friendly pools, play areas and activities. Kitchen is fully stocked and clean. Shame that the sofa had weird stains and there were a couple flies when we entered due to a hole in the balcony screen door."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Ponto Rd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is AU$302 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$302
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and polite. Building and grounds were well maintained. Walking distance to beach. Our room had a balcony facing the interior so we had a view of the pool and a view of the ocean. I like that we can checkout at noon."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
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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 Downtown Oceanside

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Townsite

While visiting Townsite, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanside Pier and Oceanside Strand 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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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
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South Oceanside

4/5(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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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

Downtown Oceanside Travel Guide

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