Mira Costa Travel Guide

Oceanside

Popular places to visit

Oceanside Pier

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 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

Oceanside Beach

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

Oceanside Beach

SoCal Sports Complex

After visiting SoCal Sports Complex, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oceanside.

SoCal Sports Complex

Things to do

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

฿1,849
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Historic Arch, Old Mission San Luis Rey

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

฿248
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside

1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside

฿3,203
per adult
1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside
Dolphin & Whale Watching

Dolphin & Whale Watching

฿2,757
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Dolphin & Whale Watching
Loaded up and ready to SURF

Surfing Experience and Lessons

฿6,131
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Surfing Experience and Lessons
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Oceanside Puzzling Adventure

฿1,134
per traveller
Oceanside Puzzling Adventure
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Top hotels in Mira Costa

Extended Stay America Suites San Diego Oceanside

Extended Stay America Suites San Diego Oceanside

2.5 out of 5
3190 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA
The price is ฿3,993 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,993
฿4,500 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
6.8/10 (1,006 reviews)
Not too bad
"We needed a place to stay while we had some repairs done to our house. I have not stayed at an Extended Stay before. My next comments are strictly observations: 1) I am aware there are folks who essentially live in the hotel; 2) I personally have not stayed in an Extended Stay; 3) was not provided ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Extended Stay America Suites San Diego Oceanside
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 ฿4,957 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿4,957
฿5,648 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,307 reviews)
Great place to stay
"I was in San Diego for work. The hotel was outstanding. The restaurant was great quality and affordable made things very convenient. The pool area was beautiful and well maintained. The rooms were clean and the bed was comfortable."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Pala Casino Spa And Resort

Pala Casino Spa And Resort

4 out of 5
11154 Highway 76, Pala, CA
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 their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,618 reviews)
"Ice"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

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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 ฿7,684 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
฿7,684
฿9,527 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,347 reviews)
"Definitely coming back…"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
85 Encinitas Boulevard, Encinitas, CA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Encinitas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,049 reviews)
"Closer to the beach ⛱️ 😎 😍"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

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The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

4 out of 5
2100 Costa Del Mar Road, Carlsbad, CA
The price is ฿9,992 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
฿9,992
฿12,948 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 8 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"Great resort, will be back!"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
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Other neighbourhoods around Mira Costa

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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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Lake

Though Lake may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like LEGOLAND® California and The Wave Waterpark.

Lake
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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 Oceanside Beach and The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall.

Fire Mountain
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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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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
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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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