South Oceanside Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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Saint Malo Beach

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

Saint Malo Beach

Activities

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LEGOLAND® California Resort

NZ$136
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
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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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Carlsbad Caverns Self Guided Tour (Walking)

NZ$25
Per adult
Carlsbad Caverns Self Guided Tour (Walking)
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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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Explore Carlsbad with a Unique Scavenger Hunt by Operation City Quest

NZ$16
Per adult
Explore Carlsbad with a Unique Scavenger Hunt by Operation City Quest
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Our pick of the best South Oceanside 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$102 per night from 19 Jun to 20 Jun
NZ$102
per night
19 Jun - 20 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 (1,111 reviews)
Someone already in the room
"some was in the original room they gave me. Thankfully I didn't see the person (female) but saw their stuff - OUCH"

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
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
The price is NZ$339 per night from 28 May to 29 May
NZ$339
per night
28 May - 29 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! (1,005 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$263 per night from 29 May to 30 May
NZ$263
per night
29 May - 30 May
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$255 per night from 28 May to 29 May
NZ$255
per night
28 May - 29 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! (1,380 reviews)
"We love it here"

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$222 per night from 30 May to 31 May
NZ$222
per night
30 May - 31 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,027 reviews)
"It was clean and quiet."

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
San Diego Marriott Del Mar
San Diego Marriott Del Mar
4 out of 5
11966 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA
The price is NZ$390 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$390
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy room service, a fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"I think Valet parking can be more friendly. Luis did a very great job and came right up to my family and I. However just standing around and having to approach them is ridiculous."

Reviewed on 23 May 2024

San Diego Marriott Del Mar
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Other neighbourhoods around South Oceanside

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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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Townsite

While visiting Townsite, you might make a stop by sights like Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base and The Pier at Oceanside.

Townsite
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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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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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East Side Capistrano

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in East Side Capistrano, Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base and Mount Ecclesia are top sights worth seeing.

East Side Capistrano
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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

South Oceanside Travel Guide

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