Mira Costa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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
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 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

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

Activities

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

AU$87
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

AU$12
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Dolphin & Whale Watching

Dolphin & Whale Watching

AU$130
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Dolphin & Whale Watching
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Oceanside Puzzling Adventure

AU$53
per traveller
Oceanside Puzzling Adventure
Loaded up and ready to SURF

Surfing Experience and Lessons

AU$243
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Surfing Experience and Lessons
“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$153
per adult
Open Boat Whale Watching
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Our pick of the best Mira Costa Hotel Deals

Extended Stay America Suites San Diego Oceanside
Extended Stay America Suites San Diego Oceanside
2.5 out of 5
3190 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA
The price is AU$216 per night from 23 July to 24 July
AU$216
23 July - 24 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing place! Sraff us EXCEPTIONAL!"

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

Extended Stay America Suites San Diego Oceanside
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$282 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$282
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,263 reviews)
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Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Pala Casino Spa And Resort
Pala Casino Spa And Resort
4 out of 5
11154 Highway 76, Pala, CA
The price is AU$300 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$300
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Pala. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a casino, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,539 reviews)
"We’re coming back soon! Love it!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Pala Casino Spa And Resort
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
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,315 reviews)
"Room was nice but infested with ants"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

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Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3 out of 5
85 Encinitas Boulevard, Encinitas, CA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Encinitas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
"Spacious, clean room with a beautiful view of the ocean. We booked a double queen with a pull out sofa being a family of four. Free breakfast daily which was a typical hotel breakfast. Nice pool. Gym and laundry on site. Would be nice to see the hotel restaurant revived and a set of stairs installed ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Rancho Bernardo Inn
Rancho Bernardo Inn
4 out of 5
17550 Bernardo Oaks Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$584 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$584
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The bed could have been a little more softer"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Rancho Bernardo Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Mira Costa

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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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Lake

Though Lake may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Boomers Vista and LEGOLAND® California.

Lake
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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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Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro

Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro might not have many top sights, but Frontwave Arena and Mission San Luis Rey Church are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro
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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
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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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