Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Oceanside October 2025 | 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://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/331068f30a8b6cd2ab8e90bd12b8d8e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Oceanside](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/962d545dc42bc92cadf4306766a8e3a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Oceanside](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/0a7d30d447223de48165fe85de6b90e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo by Ann Sair](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/98815df28bf1ad985157bfffb515a797.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Ann Sair](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/98815df28bf1ad985157bfffb515a797.jpg) ![Photo by Daniel Cupil](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/374e8acccfb7c57da4f4e4e6bf44b043.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Daniel Cupil](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/374e8acccfb7c57da4f4e4e6bf44b043.jpg) ## 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 10 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![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 $208 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/beachside-moped-rentals.a44884665.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1218331/0c571b30-bf1e-423a-b10b-dc018beadc4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting 3h 8.8/10 9 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) ![Cruise & Booze Brewery tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3638953/3005bb31-e924-4dea-9a11-b44edb89211e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cruise & Booze Brewery tours 4h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $208 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/san-diego-north-county-brewery-tours.a3638953.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 8/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $91 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) ![Encinitas Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1218332/be738713-5e48-4415-b3c4-0751d2e0c320.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Encinitas Food Tour 3h Free cancellation available CA $134 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) ![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 $49 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) ![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 $140 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) ![Big Boat Sailing Oceanside California](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48485053/61b55a40-4a19-463e-89bd-83f9209bb65f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Big Boat Sailing Oceanside California 4h Free cancellation available CA $1,953 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/big-boat-sailing-oceanside-california.a48485053.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Local Guided Electric Bike Tour from Solana Beach to Encinitas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5009685/69c5ab37-48f5-4493-95ca-c09b773693cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Local Guided Electric Bike Tour from Solana Beach to Encinitas 2h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $133 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/local-guided-electric-bike-tour-from-solana-beach-to-encinitas.a5009685.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3352475/a08d33a7-8ad8-4767-93ce-a795276bf006.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App! 4h Free cancellation available CA $59 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-village-scavenger-hunt-walking-tour.a3352475.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 4 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 Free cancellation available CA $167 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 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $264 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 $146 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) ![2 Hour Private Group Surf Lesson in Encinitas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45595604/024d2b35-af3c-4eec-bde1-ec723a99e042.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 2 Hour Private Group Surf Lesson in Encinitas 2h CA $879 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/2-hour-private-group-surf-lesson-in-encinitas.a45595604.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ### History & culture [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&filter.categories=HistoryCulture) ![Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1389585/954ac13c-4b1b-4a3b-8ced-5220eadcbff8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission 3h 8/10 3 reviews CA $11 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/mission-san-luis-rey-museum-admission.a1389585.activity-details?&rid=9154&location=Oceanside&swp=off) ![Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1218331/0c571b30-bf1e-423a-b10b-dc018beadc4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting 3h 8.8/10 9 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) ![Encinitas Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1218332/be738713-5e48-4415-b3c4-0751d2e0c320.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Encinitas Food Tour 3h Free cancellation available CA $134 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) ## Recommended things to do in Oceanside | Number of things to do | 19 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mission-san-luis-rey-museum-admission.a1389585.activity-details): CA $11 | | Top 5 things to do | - [LEGOLAND® California Resort](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/legoland-california-resort.a169428.activity-details) - [Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/oceanside-whale-and-dolphin-watching-adventures.a477590.activity-details) - [Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mission-san-luis-rey-museum-admission.a1389585.activity-details) - [Up Close Dolphin & Whale Watching](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dolphin-whale-watching.a4490610.activity-details) - [Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-village-scavenger-hunt-walking-tour.a3352475.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/oceanside-whale-and-dolphin-watching-adventures.a477590.activity-details) - [Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mission-san-luis-rey-museum-admission.a1389585.activity-details) - [Up Close Dolphin & Whale Watching](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dolphin-whale-watching.a4490610.activity-details) - [Open Boat Whale Watching](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/open-boat-whale-watching.a50348144.activity-details) - [Oceanside Puzzling Adventure](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/oceanside-puzzling-adventure.a45939438.activity-details) | | With kids | - [LEGOLAND® California Resort](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/legoland-california-resort.a169428.activity-details) - [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) - [Open Boat Whale Watching](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/open-boat-whale-watching.a50348144.activity-details) - [Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-3-hour-electric-bike-rental.a700842.activity-details) | ## What to do in Oceanside * * * ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Oceanside ![Oceanside Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/2e6545625b073375a90773c0dc5b3dd8.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) ![Oceanside Pier](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/962d545dc42bc92cadf4306766a8e3a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-Pier-Townsite.d6193767.Vacation-Attraction) ![Oceanside Strand Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/962d545dc42bc92cadf4306766a8e3a2.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) ![Oceanside Harbor Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/98815df28bf1ad985157bfffb515a797.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) ![Mission San Luis Rey Church](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c98a614f802cdb51edf8dd93474a5bb6.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 San Luis Rey. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Mission-San-Luis-Rey-Church-Oceanside.d6128006.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) #### Oceanside Harbor Explore the waterfront of Oceanside Harbor and enjoy other activities such as surfing in Oceanside. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-Harbor-Oceanside.d553248621592004591.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Pier-At-Oceanside-Townsite.d553248621532638710.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 ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/331068f30a8b6cd2ab8e90bd12b8d8e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Townsite 4/5(16 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Townsite, Oceanside Pier and Oceanside Strand Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-Townsite.dx553248635976479282) ![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) ### South Oceanside 4/5(2 area reviews) While visiting South Oceanside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanside Beach and Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center. [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-South-Oceanside.dx553248635976472416) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/331068f30a8b6cd2ab8e90bd12b8d8e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Oceanside While visiting Downtown Oceanside, you might make a stop by sights like The Pier at Oceanside and Oceanside Pier. [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-Downtown-Oceanside.dx927880555710738432) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/bc2f6954e8f58c7d61bd66fffb29cb39.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 Oceanside Beach and The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall. [](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, Ocean's Eleven Casino and Goat Hill Park are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-Loma-Alta.dx553248635976471625) ![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) ### East Side Capistrano 3/5(1 area review) While East Side Capistrano isn't home to many top sights, Ocean's Eleven Casino and Oceanside Harbor are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanside-East-Side-Capistrano.dx553248635976470043) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Oceanside ![Vista](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/adddf0af521093fa2716a30e4ca56cb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Vista [](https://expedia.ca/Vista.dx7493) ![Legoland California featuring rides](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/22000/22131-Legoland-California.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Carlsbad [](https://expedia.ca/Carlsbad.dx6056550) ![Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/0a7d30d447223de48165fe85de6b90e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base [](https://expedia.ca/Camp-Pendleton-Marine-Corps-Base.dx6068523) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Oceanside worth visiting? > Whether you're planning to enjoy the local charm and cultural highlights or try unique foods and venture into nature, there are many things to do in Oceanside. ### How do I spend a day in Oceanside? > Start your sightseeing with a visit to LEGOLAND® California and Oceanside Beach. Then, explore other parts of Oceanside for local restaurants and some shopping. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Oceanside? > The top tourist attraction in Oceanside is LEGOLAND® California, so don't forget to add it to your sightseeing list. ### Is three days enough to stay in Oceanside? > You can easily enjoy popular sights like LEGOLAND® California, Oceanside Beach and Carlsbad State Beach with a three-day escape to Oceanside. On average, most travellers plan three days here. There's plenty to explore nearby too, so linger longer and check out Carlsbad. ### Is Oceanside a walkable city? > With exciting neighbourhoods and major sights within walking distance of the city centre, Oceanside is a good place to discover on foot. Wander between Oceanside Beach and Oceanside Pier. Then take a stroll through Townsite, located 0.32 kilometres from the centre, and Loma Alta, which is roughly 3 kilometres away. ### What are some activities to do in Oceanside with kids? > Planning what to do in Oceanside with kids has never been so simple. Whether you're travelling with teenagers or toddlers, there's no shortage of family-friendly sights and activities to keep them busy here. > > > > - [LEGOLAND® California Resort](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/legoland-california-resort.a169428.activity-details) > - [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) > - [Open Boat Whale Watching](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/open-boat-whale-watching.a50348144.activity-details) > - [Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-3-hour-electric-bike-rental.a700842.activity-details) ### What to do in Oceanside for adults? > Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Centre and Rancho Guajome Adobe are just a couple of the things to do in Oceanside. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone. ### Are there free things to do in Oceanside? > One of the simplest ways to learn about free things to do in Oceanside is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other highlights you can visit without reaching into your pocket. 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