Visit Downtown Oceanside
Popular places to visit
Oceanside Pier
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 Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oceanside Beach during your trip to Oceanside?
Oceanside Strand Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Oceanside Strand Beach during your trip to Oceanside?
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 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.
The Pier at Oceanside
Take the family on an outing to The Pier at Oceanside during your trip to Oceanside. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the 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!
Surfing Experience and Lessons
Top hotels in Downtown Oceanside
The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
Honestly, everything stood out. From the super friendly and attentive staff to the amazing attention to detail in every space of the hotel, to the most comfortable, well-appointed room I’ve stayed in in recent memory. The whole hotel is a dream! I can’t wait to come back when I’m not on a work trip ...
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oceanside Beach
Excellent stay, staff was great! Great location, easy check in and check out.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt
Beautiful brand new property and very friendly staff. We had the ocean front room and the view was amazing. The lobby was filled with all natural wooden and leather furniture giving it a very comfortable, inviting and a high class feeling. We used the pool and also the rooftop bar and deck and were ...
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
The Marbella
Loved our stay at The Marbella. Will definitely be back again. Right by the water and walkable to excellent dining options.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Room was amazing great views and wonderful family time
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Another Motel 6 that believes if they a=have a rule it becomes a law of the Universe - even if no other hotel does it or there is nothing in their info when you book
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Oceanside
Townsite
While visiting Townsite, you might make a stop by sights like Oceanside Pier and Oceanside Strand 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 Buena Vista Audubon Society & Nature Center.
Fire Mountain
While there might not be top attractions in Fire Mountain, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oceanside Beach and The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall.
