Mira Costa Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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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
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Oceanside Strand Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oceanside Strand Beach during your trip to Oceanside? Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the campsites.

Oceanside Strand Beach
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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
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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
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Oceanside Beach

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

Oceanside Beach
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SoCal Sports Complex

Explore the great outdoors at SoCal Sports Complex, a lovely green space in Oceanside.

SoCal Sports Complex

Activities

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Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

NZ$92
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
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Oceanside City Scavenger Hunt Excursion by Zombie Scavengers

NZ$32
Per adult
Oceanside City Scavenger Hunt Excursion by Zombie Scavengers
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Unique Scavenger Hunt in Oceanside by Operation City Quest

NZ$16
Per adult
Unique Scavenger Hunt in Oceanside by Operation City Quest
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Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Oceanside by Crazy Dash

NZ$16
Per adult
Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Oceanside by Crazy Dash
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Surfing Experience and Lessons

NZ$242
Per adult
Surfing Experience and Lessons
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LEGOLAND® California Resort

NZ$136
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
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Our pick of the best Mira Costa Hotel Deals

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2 out of 5
750 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA
The price is NZ$127 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
NZ$127
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this motel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.4/10 (1,131 reviews)
"The desk clerk Rafiq was very polite, he explained precisely how to find my room.. thank you for having him on staff"

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Quality Inn & Suites Oceanside near Camp Pendleton
Quality Inn & Suites Oceanside near Camp Pendleton
2.5 out of 5
3170 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA
The price is NZ$171 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$171
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Cool
"It waz great"

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Quality Inn & Suites Oceanside near Camp Pendleton
Pala Casino Spa And Resort
Pala Casino Spa And Resort
4 out of 5
11154 Highway 76, Pala, CA
The price is NZ$293 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$293
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Pala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,203 reviews)
"Great Clean fancy property!"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$438 per night from 30 May to 31 May
NZ$438
per night
30 May - 31 May
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 8 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the family amenities ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Beautiful property."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Lakehouse Resort
Lakehouse Resort
4 out of 5
1025 La Bonita Drive, San Marcos, CA
The price is NZ$280 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
NZ$280
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 4-star golf resort in San Marcos. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Would do it again!
"Very nice location. Fabulous restaurant and bar&grill on site both serving excellent food, beer, and wine. Mixed drinks just average but no complaints."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Lakehouse Resort
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
3 out of 5
850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA
The price is NZ$254 per night from 29 May to 30 May
NZ$254
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy a fitness center, a 24-hour front desk, and a 24-hour business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,384 reviews)
"Beautiful property with easy freeway access. Showing across the street and plenty of parking. No freeway noise."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
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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, SoCal Sports Complex and The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall 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 LEGOLAND® California and SoCal Sports Complex.

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 SoCal Sports Complex and Oceanside Beach.

Fire Mountain
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Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro

Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro might not have many top sights, but SoCal Sports Complex 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, SoCal Sports Complex and Emerald Isle Golf Course 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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