San Luis Rey

Oceanside

Beautiful grounds to explore
Beautiful grounds to explore
The church is still active and home to Franciscan Friars.
San Luis Rey has been designated as a historic national landmark in 1970.
Attend Mass. Wander the grounds, the Cemetery ... Stare in awe at the architecture and colors.... Light a candle. Say a prayer.

Popular places to visit

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
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

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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
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Oceanside Harbor

5/5(2 reviews)

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
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

Things to do

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

€47
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

€6
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

€83
per adult
Open Boat Whale Watching
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Oceanside Puzzling Adventure

€29
per traveller
Oceanside Puzzling Adventure
Private Temecula Wine Tour from Bonsall

Private Temecula Wine Tour from Bonsall

€161
per adult
Private Temecula Wine Tour from Bonsall
Loaded up and ready to SURF

Surfing Experience and Lessons

€157
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Surfing Experience and Lessons
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Top hotels in San Luis Rey

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
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The price is €276 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
€276
5 Mar - 6 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
Pala Casino Spa And Resort

Pala Casino Spa And Resort

4 out of 5
11154 Highway 76 Pala CA
Stay at this hotel in Pala. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a casino and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,374 reviews)
Yrs

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

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Pala Casino Spa And Resort
Signature Temecula

Signature Temecula

3 out of 5
28980 Old Town Front St. Temecula CA
The price is €67 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
€67
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Temecula. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,716 reviews)
Good Location off the freeway and fairly close to Old Town. Restaurants nearby, some in walking distance. Room was clean and comfortable. Refrigerator, Microwave & Keurig in room. Friendly Staff. Continental Breakfast in Morning. Pleasant stay.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Signature Temecula
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 €74 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
€74
24 Feb - 25 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! (1,143 reviews)
Room Clean Breakfast Good

Reviewed on 7 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! (1,347 reviews)
Room was great

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

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Lakehouse Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around San Luis Rey

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Oceana

While Oceana isn't home to many top sights, Frontwave Arena and Mission San Luis Rey Church are some notable places to visit nearby.

Oceana
Oceanside Pier at Sunset

Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro

Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro might not have many top sights, but Frontwave Arena and Mission San Luis Rey Church are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ivey Ranch - Rancho Del Oro
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Airport

While Airport may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mission San Luis Rey Church and Ocean's Eleven Casino.

Airport
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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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Loma Alta

If you're spending some time in Loma Alta, North County Model Railroad Society and Ocean's Eleven Casino are top sights worth seeing.

Loma Alta
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Henie Hills

While Henie Hills isn't home to many top sights, The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall and Frontwave Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.

Henie Hills

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