Oceana Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Oceanside Pier

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
Oceanside Strand Beach

Oceanside Strand Beach

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

Oceanside Strand Beach
Oceanside Harbor Beach

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
Mission San Luis Rey Church

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

Emerald Isle Golf Course

Play a round of golf in Oceanside at Emerald Isle Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Emerald Isle Golf Course

Oceanside Beach

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

Oceanside Beach

Activities

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

AU$92
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

AU$12
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Oceanside Puzzling Adventure

AU$56
per traveller
Oceanside Puzzling Adventure
Song of David, 45'

Big Boat Sailing Oceanside California

AU$2,251
per traveller
Big Boat Sailing Oceanside California
LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

AU$159
per traveller
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Carlsbad Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Carlsbad Caverns App-Based Walking Audio Tour (Not a ticket)

AU$25
per traveller
Carlsbad Caverns App-Based Walking Audio Tour (Not a ticket)
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Our pick of the best Oceana Hotel Deals

Pala Casino Spa And Resort
Pala Casino Spa And Resort
4 out of 5
11154 Highway 76, Pala, CA
The price is AU$209 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
AU$209
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Pala. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a casino, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,871 reviews)
"A freezer section in the fridge would have been nice, as would the presence of a microwave oven."

Reviewed on 18 Feb. 2025

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
The price is AU$298 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$298
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Book a 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 our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,101 reviews)
Great feal
"Great deal. Better than a vrbo as there was so much for grandkids to do. We left the property only a few times for outside events and dining."

Reviewed on 11 Feb. 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is AU$292 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$292
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,308 reviews)
"Beautiful property great location great staff with fun activities."

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
3 out of 5
720 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA
The price is AU$226 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$226
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Del Mar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"All went smooth. Except the elevator was not working and he usual cafe was closed the day we stayed. The elevator was fixed by the time we checked out. But our stay was fine and staff very helpful."

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

Best Western Premier Hotel Del Mar
Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
3 out of 5
909 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA
The price is AU$175 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$175
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,087 reviews)
"Easy and comfortable"

Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025

Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
751 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA
The price is AU$182 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$182
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Robert at the front desk was extremely helpful! He made our stay great!"

Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around 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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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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Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro

If you're spending some time in Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro, SoCal Sports Complex and Frontwave Arena are top sights worth seeing.

Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro
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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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Mira Costa

While there might not be top attractions in Mira Costa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like SoCal Sports Complex and Frontwave Arena.

Mira Costa
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North Valley

While visiting North Valley, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanside Municipal Golf Course and Arrowood Golf Course.

North Valley

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