Popular places to visit

Oceanside Pier
After visiting Oceanside Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oceanside. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or seek out the surfing spots.

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

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

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.

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.
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.
Things to do

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!
Top hotels in Townsite

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
We loved our stay at the Seabird!! We are locals and were here one night for my husband's 50th birthday. They comped our parking for the occasion and gave us a free glass of champagne at check in - great start! They also decorated our room with a Happy Birthday sign, balloons, and other decor. The ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt
Room was beautiful, loved the views. Had issue with toilet, but staff made it right immediately by refunding resort fee and providing free breakfast. Will definitely be back.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

The Hotel Oceanside
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Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oceanside Beach
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Room was veryclean and well appointed. Loved being so close to the beach. I had my 4 grandchildren with me and the room off the terrace was perfect. They also loved the roof top pool and hot tub. We all loved the make it yourself waffles and full breakfast. Wish ...
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Pacific Inn
First room wasnt working currently with the heater, tv and toilet and they changed us to a different room where everything worked.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Best Western Oceanside Inn
Honestly a nice place for the price. Staff was very nice as well. Would recommend if you want a nice affordable safe place to stay
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Townsite

Downtown Oceanside
While visiting Downtown Oceanside, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanside Strand Beach and Buccaneer Beach.

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.

Mid-District
If you're spending some time in Mid-District, Oceanside Beach and Oceanside Strand Beach are top sights worth seeing.

East Side Capistrano
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.

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

Loma Alta
If you're spending some time in Loma Alta, Ocean's Eleven Casino and Goat Hill Park are top sights worth seeing.








