Townsite Travel Guide
Oceanside
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 beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the surfing spots.
Oceanside Harbor
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 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?
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.
Things to do
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Surfing Experience and Lessons
DIY Candle Making Class at a Local Brewery in San Diego
Top hotels in Townsite
The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
One of my best stays to date! I will be back. This property is clean and the staff are remarkable.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
No iPhone plugins; body wash dispenser empty; great hair dryer; exceptional check in staff.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt
great location, beautiful rooftop restaurant and pool
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Best Western Oceanside Inn
Idk how this place has 8.. this was the place is awful!!! We had roaches in our room. Mold in the bathroom. The walls were gross with grime. Please do not stay here
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oceanside Beach
Clean rooms - great breakfast. only downside - wait for elevator can be lengthy.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Comfort Suites Oceanside Camp Pendleton Area
First when we came there was no one at the desk and I had to wait for about 10 minutes. Finally I tried calling which got somebody to come to the desk. After I checked in, they didn’t have any parking for us and we had to park in a no parking zone. Then they did not have a blanket to go on the pullout ...
Reviewed on 20 Mar 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 North County Model Railroad Society are top sights worth seeing.
