South Oceanside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Popular places to visit

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 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
Various Oceanside California By Drone

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 South Oceanside Hotel Deals

Oceanside Inn & Suites

Oceanside Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
1820 S Coast Hwy Oceanside CA
The price is AU$118 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$118
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and South Oceanside Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (434 reviews)
Friendly staff. A good place to rest after a long drive or long night of going out. 😅

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Oceanside Inn & Suites
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
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 their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,621 reviews)
The room was spotless , had all the pots and pans to cook with . Staff was amazing . Such a good place to stay !

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

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Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
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$210 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$210
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,100 reviews)
Great customer service rooms are very clean

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar

3.5 out of 5
720 Camino Del Mar Del Mar CA
The price is AU$177 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$177
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Del Mar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,023 reviews)
Friendly staff, great location

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
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
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

2.5 out of 5
751 Macadamia Dr Carlsbad CA
The price is AU$124 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
AU$124
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,187 reviews)
Friendly and courteous staff, comfortable bed, nice room, great spa/pool, great breakfast, great location near the state beach

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
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Other neighbourhoods around South Oceanside

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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
California poppies (Eschscholzia californica) and Chia

Fire Mountain

While there might not be top attractions in Fire Mountain, you can explore the larger area and discover places like North County Model Railroad Society and Oceanside Beach.

Fire Mountain
Oceanside, California, looking at the Downtown on the Beach with the Pier in the Background along the Resort Area

Downtown Oceanside

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

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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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
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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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