Mid-District Travel Guide

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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

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

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

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

NZ$107
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

NZ$96
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

NZ$13
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

NZ$167
per adult
Open Boat Whale Watching
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Oceanside Puzzling Adventure

NZ$58
per traveller
Oceanside Puzzling Adventure
Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

NZ$248
per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
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Our pick of the best Mid-District Hotel Deals

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 NZ$245 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$245
1 Mar - 2 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! (2,039 reviews)
Room was really clean. Friendly staff.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
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. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,596 reviews)
Clean large room. Lots to do

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

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Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$541 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
NZ$541
3 Mar - 4 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! (714 reviews)
Beautiful location would stay again

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
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 NZ$221 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$221
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
The rooms weren’t super big but comfortable for a family of two. It was also nicely managed and located in a nice walkable location.

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
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 NZ$146 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
NZ$146
17 Feb - 18 Feb
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! (1,131 reviews)
Excellent front desk staff

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort

4 out of 5
1025 La Bonita Drive San Marcos CA
Stay at this golf resort in San Marcos. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,346 reviews)
Room was great

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

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Lakehouse Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Mid-District

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.

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South Oceanside

4/5(1 area review)

While visiting South Oceanside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanside Beach and South Oceanside Beach.

South Oceanside
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Renaissance Ter

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Renaissance Ter and surrounding area, you can visit Oceanside Harbor Beach and Oceanside Harbor.

Renaissance Ter
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.

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East Side Capistrano

4/5(1 area review)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Side Capistrano and surrounding area, you can visit Ocean's Eleven Casino and Oceanside Harbor.

East Side Capistrano

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