Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Oceanside February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Oceanside Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside.dx9154)[Hotels in Oceanside](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-Hotels.d9154.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Oceanside](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Oceanside.d9154.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Oceanside Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Oceanside.d9154.Car-Rental-Guide)[Oceanside Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside.d9154.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Oceanside, CA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Oceanside Types of activities Where to stay [Oceanside travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside.dx9154) ![Oceanside](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9154/4dd501e5-a647-4ad5-8696-4955bac0424d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Oceanside](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9154/4dd501e5-a647-4ad5-8696-4955bac0424d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Oceanside Pier at Sunset, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9154/5bbde509-b9d2-4b99-b39c-76ecf3e51bc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful place to see the sunset!! :) #Golden #Perspectives #Nature #Celebrate World Photo Day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9154/cfc56b94-9d52-4769-a269-cc6702b9c6d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Just sitting here checking out the comings and going’s along the pier.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9154/403cb13a-03de-44b5-b3bf-c5351bfe6b76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Oceanside Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Oceanside has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Oceanside is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Oceanside to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Oceanside Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Oceanside. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Oceanside attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Oceanside ### Tours & day trips [See all 22 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Carlsbad Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1218331/0c571b30-bf1e-423a-b10b-dc018beadc4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad Food Tour 3h 9.8/10 132 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $120 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-food-tour-and-wine-tasting.a1218331.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Oceanside Private Afternoon Tea Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50707667/9f427c42-0dcc-48ed-9eba-349b7051c077.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Oceanside Private Afternoon Tea Tours 3h Free cancellation available CA $120 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/oceanside-private-afternoon-tea-tours.a50707667.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Carlsbad: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of the Village by the Sea](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50712228/caf287fc-8f40-4311-a27a-1f7aa6af1db6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of the Village by the Sea 2h Free cancellation available CA $21 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-a-self-guided-walking-tour-of-the-village-by-the-sea.a50712228.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Full Day Private SD Tour from Oceanside](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50731175/a499dcae-c8b2-4821-b4fc-e33e9dbd9d42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Private SD Tour from Oceanside 8h Free cancellation available CA $261 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-private-sd-tour-from-oceanside.a50731175.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/700842/167c3fbb-b9de-4f99-b69a-d4c981862c74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental 3h 9.8/10 11 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-3-hour-electric-bike-rental.a700842.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Oceanside Puzzling Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45939438/3cfb4bbe-65cb-4f2f-9e72-1d51af3e889d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Oceanside Puzzling Adventure 3h Free cancellation available CA $48 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/oceanside-puzzling-adventure.a45939438.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Carlsbad Seaside Village Private Tour from Los Angeles](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50702536/76926de1-0155-4538-a41b-16291e1cfb45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad Seaside Village Private Tour from Los Angeles 9h Free cancellation available CA $1,079 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-seaside-village-private-tour-from-los-angeles.a50702536.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Beachside Moped Rentals](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44884665/c9f9bf0a-8c08-417d-bc7e-a481352e8a8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Beachside Moped Rentals 8h Free cancellation available CA $204 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/beachside-moped-rentals.a44884665.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Full Day Private SD Tour from Carlsbad](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50707551/8804995a-66c1-4365-aaa8-b8f111023bfd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Private SD Tour from Carlsbad 7h 30m Free cancellation available CA $261 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-private-sd-tour-from-carlsbad.a50707551.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Open Boat Whale Watching](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50348144/706bd5c6-dcda-406d-82ed-924be806e48c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Open Boat Whale Watching 2h 30m CA $137 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/open-boat-whale-watching.a50348144.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 11 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Carlsbad Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1218331/0c571b30-bf1e-423a-b10b-dc018beadc4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad Food Tour 3h 9.8/10 132 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $120 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-food-tour-and-wine-tasting.a1218331.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Oceanside Private Afternoon Tea Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50707667/9f427c42-0dcc-48ed-9eba-349b7051c077.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Oceanside Private Afternoon Tea Tours 3h Free cancellation available CA $120 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/oceanside-private-afternoon-tea-tours.a50707667.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Wine tasting Tour to Temecula from San Diego (Private)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50800419/8ca17c5e-8b93-44dc-81bf-e5c1c5234115.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wine tasting Tour to Temecula from San Diego (Private) 7h Free cancellation available CA $819 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wine-tasting-tour-to-temecula-from-san-diego-private.a50800419.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Encinitas Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1218332/564542a8-e974-4503-99e5-7583ba2aa697.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Encinitas Food Tour 3h 10/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $131 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/encinitas-vegan-and-vegetarian-food-tour.a1218332.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Carlsbad Wine Crawl and Small Bites Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50977710/42a333a6-432f-43ea-aad9-4edf6cff3ef5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad Wine Crawl and Small Bites Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $131 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-wine-crawl-and-small-bites-tour.a50977710.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Private Temecula Wine Tour from Encinitas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50712159/af4763f2-657e-4973-8e13-d14c55255fe7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Temecula Wine Tour from Encinitas 8h Free cancellation available CA $410 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-temecula-wine-tour-from-encinitas.a50712159.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Private Temecula Wine Tour from Fallbrook](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50801027/83a9fa88-de2e-4675-b228-7c7b089159bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Temecula Wine Tour from Fallbrook 6h 30m Free cancellation available CA $264 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-temecula-wine-tour-from-fallbrook.a50801027.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Private Temecula Wine Tour from Carlsbad](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50717284/14834e6c-08f0-48c1-b199-d33bb68d07ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Temecula Wine Tour from Carlsbad 8h Free cancellation available CA $386 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-temecula-wine-tour-from-carlsbad.a50717284.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Private Temecula Wine Tour from Bonsall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50821468/adf96475-c751-4813-9bd5-6ce24c96cf88.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Temecula Wine Tour from Bonsall 6h Free cancellation available CA $264 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-temecula-wine-tour-from-bonsall.a50821468.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Prohibition Themed Cocktail Tour in Carlsbad](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50865333/23fbeae0-9264-4440-b9b7-2b28403c5cbc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Prohibition Themed Cocktail Tour in Carlsbad 2h Free cancellation available CA $131 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/prohibition-themed-cocktail-tour-in-carlsbad.a50865333.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Leucadia Beach Surf Lessons](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45915770/3d2b9d26-d581-4aaa-8f55-f6c53093dee3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Leucadia Beach Surf Lessons 1h 30m 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $164 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/leucadia-beach-surf-lessons.a45915770.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Surfing Experience and Lessons](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4089143/4ed44d78-a413-43f2-b5d6-4fca0a8c76dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surfing Experience and Lessons 2h 30m 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $258 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/surfing-experience-and-lessons.a4089143.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Private Surf Lesson in North San Diego](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5062362/771cffcd-2368-4ac8-9fe4-65e91495b773.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Surf Lesson in North San Diego 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $144 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-surf-lesson-in-north-san-diego.a5062362.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) 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[Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_9154) ## Recommended things to do in Oceanside | Number of things to do | 28 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission](/things-to-do/mission-san-luis-rey-museum-admission.a1389585.activity-details): CA $11 | | Top 5 things to do | [Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures](/things-to-do/oceanside-whale-and-dolphin-watching-adventures.a477590.activity-details)[Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission](/things-to-do/mission-san-luis-rey-museum-admission.a1389585.activity-details)[Up Close Dolphin & Whale Watching](/things-to-do/dolphin-whale-watching.a4490610.activity-details)[Carlsbad Food Tour](/things-to-do/carlsbad-food-tour-and-wine-tasting.a1218331.activity-details)[Open Boat Whale Watching](/things-to-do/open-boat-whale-watching.a50348144.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures](/things-to-do/oceanside-whale-and-dolphin-watching-adventures.a477590.activity-details)[Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission](/things-to-do/mission-san-luis-rey-museum-admission.a1389585.activity-details)[Up Close Dolphin & Whale Watching](/things-to-do/dolphin-whale-watching.a4490610.activity-details)[Carlsbad Food Tour](/things-to-do/carlsbad-food-tour-and-wine-tasting.a1218331.activity-details)[Open Boat Whale Watching](/things-to-do/open-boat-whale-watching.a50348144.activity-details) | | With kids | [Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures](/things-to-do/oceanside-whale-and-dolphin-watching-adventures.a477590.activity-details)[Up Close Dolphin & Whale Watching](/things-to-do/dolphin-whale-watching.a4490610.activity-details)[Carlsbad Food Tour](/things-to-do/carlsbad-food-tour-and-wine-tasting.a1218331.activity-details)[Open Boat Whale Watching](/things-to-do/open-boat-whale-watching.a50348144.activity-details)[Oceanside Private Afternoon Tea Tours](/things-to-do/oceanside-private-afternoon-tea-tours.a50707667.activity-details) | ## What to do in Oceanside --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Oceanside ![Oceanside Beach, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635977995949/96504d65-b42d-45a1-b4bf-d00e432fed1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oceanside Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oceanside Beach during your trip to Oceanside? [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-Beach-Oceanside.d553248635977995949.Vacation-Attraction) ![View of the beach and waves in the Pacific Ocean from the pier in Oceanside, California., Shutterstock ID 261477074, purchase_order: SP-1269 HA 2018 Batch 1, Order: , client: , other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6193767/584cc540-0ce5-477b-8758-394e205bf61e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oceanside Pier 4.5/5(36 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-Pier-Townsite.d6193767.Vacation-Attraction) ![Various Oceanside California By Drone](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621592004591/1c1911e1-f7b2-49e4-ba0e-f0f8349a31e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oceanside Harbor 4.5/5(20 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-Harbor-Oceanside.d553248621592004591.Vacation-Attraction) ![Oceanside, California, looking at the Downtown on the Beach with the Pier in the Background along the Resort Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635977208401/2d0c7b2b-83d5-406e-b6e9-a65ece0d8d97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oceanside Strand Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oceanside Strand Beach during your trip to Oceanside? [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-Strand-Beach-Oceanside.d553248635977208401.Vacation-Attraction) ![Beautiful grounds to explore ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9154/7ca8b999-53fb-40f5-acb9-7ba9fa10ae8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mission San Luis Rey Church You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mission San Luis Rey Church during your travels in Oceanside. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Mission-San-Luis-Rey-Church-Oceanside.d6128006.Vacation-Attraction) ![Afternoon before the storm.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9154/a5aab0d6-6ca7-481e-a39b-38b05f2d61bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-Harbor-Beach-Oceanside.d553248635977208400.Vacation-Attraction) #### SoCal Sports Complex After visiting SoCal Sports Complex, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oceanside. [](https://expedia.ca/SoCal-Sports-Complex-Ivey-Ranch-Rancho-Del-Oro.d553248635974883024.Vacation-Attraction) #### Frontwave Arena Catch an event at Frontwave Arena during your trip to Oceanside. [](https://expedia.ca/Frontwave-Arena-Ivey-Ranch-Rancho-Del-Oro.d906289886064185344.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ocean's Eleven Casino Why not roll the dice with a visit to Ocean's Eleven Casino during your time in Oceanside? [](https://expedia.ca/Oceans-Eleven-Casino-Loma-Alta.d619482712027242496.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Oceanside ![View of the beach and waves in the Pacific Ocean from the pier in Oceanside, California.; Shutterstock ID 261477074; purchase_order: SP-1269 HA 2018 Batch 1; Order: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976479282/a585da7b-0cd6-46dd-8838-67becc25151b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Townsite 4/5(16 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Townsite, Oceanside Strand Beach and Oceanside Harbor Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-Townsite.dx553248635976479282) ![Dune Fence With Sea Oats on Second Avenue Beach, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976472416/042f07d5-be6a-4881-a2c4-1e3be2642904.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Oceanside 4/5(2 area reviews) While visiting South Oceanside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanside Beach and South Oceanside Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-South-Oceanside.dx553248635976472416) ![Oceanside, California, looking at the Downtown on the Beach with the Pier in the Background along the Resort Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/927880555710738432/5521a25a-726d-485c-bbd0-5471635a5c81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Oceanside While visiting Downtown Oceanside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanside Strand Beach and Buccaneer Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-Downtown-Oceanside.dx927880555710738432) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mid-District If you're spending some time in Mid-District, Oceanside Beach and Oceanside Strand Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-Mid-District.dx978398131953713152) ![California poppies (Eschscholzia californica) and Chia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976480637/7d7cab87-3c0a-4ed4-92f5-e9860af32f0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-Fire-Mountain.dx553248635976480637) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-Loma-Alta.dx553248635976471625) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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In the background is the Pacific Ocean shoreline.... and the closed (2013) San Onofre Nuclear power plant.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/206/779068a2-8445-400e-92b1-a8e8e23f1298.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Oceanside worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Oceanside? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Oceanside? ### Is three days enough to stay in Oceanside? ### Is Oceanside a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Oceanside with kids? > - [Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/oceanside-whale-and-dolphin-watching-adventures.a477590.activity-details) > - [Up Close Dolphin & Whale Watching](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dolphin-whale-watching.a4490610.activity-details) > - [Carlsbad Food Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-food-tour-and-wine-tasting.a1218331.activity-details) > - [Open Boat Whale Watching](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/open-boat-whale-watching.a50348144.activity-details) > - 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