Location: Oceanside
Top Things to do in Oceanside
The 10 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Oceanside, California (CA)
Oceanside is a seaside oasis of recreation and beautiful beaches. Centrally located between San Diego and Los Angeles, Oceanside is frequently referred to as “the hub of Southern California.” From here, it’s easy to access a variety of amusement parks and family activities such as Disneyland, Legoland, Sea World and the San Diego Zoo. If you’re looking to educate as well as entertain, you won’t be disappointed. Take your kids to visit Mission San Luis Rey. Founded in 1798, Mission San Luis is often called “The King of Missions” and includes picnic grounds and a gift shop in addition to a museum. Also check out the California Surf Museum or the Oceanside Museum of Art. With more than six miles of frontal beach roads, Oceanside allows you to jog, bike or skate to your heart’s content. Bike the San Luis Rey River Biking trail or take part in private o group surf lessons from a local surf school. Get your sea legs on and check out one of the many boat rental companies for a trip out to sea you won’t soon forget – go deep sea fishing, diving or whale watching. For the golf lover, Oceanside is a veritable paradise! With six courses in or near Oceanside, you’re sure to find a public or private course to fit your game - try Oceanside Municipal Golf Course, Emerald Isle Golf Course or Pendleton Marine Golf Course.
Restaurants in Oceanside
1. California Welcome Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 203 reviews
California Welcome Centers are California’s official State Visitor Centers offering valuable information and services for today’s traveler. There are 21 affiliated Welcome Centers located throughout the state, with volunteers and staff to answer your questions and enhance your visit. Oceanside is home to one of the California Welcome Centers, ready to assist visitors Mon-Sat from 10am-4pm. Free maps, brochures, a gift shop, restrooms, and personal assistance to get you where you want to go!
Reviewed By mai504 - Las Vegas, United States
This welcome center is the best, lots of information on areas of S. CAL and NV available, great gift shop, and great volunteers. Its super clean in side and out side, ample parking available, and very close to the beach and food and shopping.
2. Boss-Play Escape Rooms
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 23 reviews
First Escape room to open in Oceanside Ca
Reviewed By NicoleW3600
Me and my team visited Boss-Play, and we have a total blast at all three games. I personally love chocolate factory. It's a super cute game with so many "wow" moments and fun factors. Prohibition has a gorgeous set design and interesting role playing twist. Neutron 42 was phenomenal and for sure the best production among all three games. My mind was so blown away how cool the room looks. Our game master, Patrick and James were super friendly and welcoming. Thank you Boss-Play For providing great games and services!
3. Codebreakers Escape Rooms
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Codebreakers is a family-owned small business specializing in immersive, family-friendly rooms. Top companies such as Amazon, ViaSat, Legoland, and others have played their rooms for team building.
Reviewed By F8417NZbrendaf
what A great time! Code breakers did not disappoint! The room was excellent. The props quality. The storyline top notch and the puzzles challenging! Austin, thank you for making the experience fun and exciting for us.
4. iFLY Oceanside Indoor Skydiving
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 40 reviews
iFLY Oceanside get ready to be blown away – literally! It’s thrilling and It’s amazing. Experience exhilarating freefall conditions as you float on a smooth cushion of air without having to leap from an airplane. There’s no parachute, no jumping as you fly in a vertical wind tunnel. Enjoy the thrill of FLYING in a completely safe environment while a certified flight instructor assists you in this adrenaline filled adventure. We welcome flyers from 3 to 103, safe for kids, challenging for adults, and realistic for skydivers. No experience need. iFLY Oceanside ~Where the dream of flight becomes a reality.
5. Mission San Luis Rey
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 617 reviews
Founded in 1798, Mission San Luis Rey de Francia, known as the "King of the Missions," is a National Historic Landmark. The largest of all the 21 California missions, it is home to a community of Franciscan Friars and is open daily to the public in the Franciscan tradition of heritage and hospitality. Facilities include a Retreat Center with day and overnight programs for spiritual renewal, multi-function meeting spaces, a Cemetery open to all people, Mission Gift Shop, Historic Church and interpretive Museum.
Reviewed By bk2508
Well worth a visit, very informative, amazing site and a wonderful little gift shop also. We did the walk through by ourselves but the guided tour would be incredible.
6. COASTER
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 725 reviews
Reviewed By AlexaBo12111956
We were staying in the Carlsbad area and after talking with a few people decided to grab the Coaster from Carlsbad down to the Santa Fe terminal in downtown San Diego. Quite frankly, it was reasonably priced and super convenient to get from our area to the downtown without having to drive. Once we arrived we grabbed the trolley that stops and drops at about 10 different locations throught the city including Seaport Village and Little Italy. Can't find the name of the trolley - but it is independantly run and well worth the money to see a great deal of the San Diego downtown area within a couple of hours. We grabbed the Coaster for the return trip and it was clean, comfortable and timely. If you dont want to drive.......consider using the Coaster !
7. California Surf Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 189 reviews
Founded in 1986, the California Surf Museum mission is to preserve surfing heritage. The museum hosts a variety of cultural events from book signings to lectures, to movie nights to concerts. But the museum is most known for the wonderful rotating exhibits about surf and skateboard culture, art, and history. The whole family is welcome and you don't have to surf or skateboard to enjoy the museum.The California Surf Museum has been featured in Smithsonian Magazine, National Geographic, the BBC, the American Pickers "California Dreamin'", Hawaiian Airlines commercial, PBS "Getting Away Together" and many more. Don't miss the outdoor Secret Spot and Bethany Hamilton's surfboard while you are here. Also, shop the Museum Store for unique gifts and souvenirs. Joining as a member is a great way to get involved in volunteer opportunities and to support the museum on an annual basis. Hope to see you soon!
Reviewed By jeffjames559 - Phoenix, United States
Came through downtown Oceanside and checked out the history of surfing. Really a worthwhile stop for people who are in the area interested in learning more about surfing. Thanks to Tom for the stories about surfing on the visit.
8. Oceanside Museum of Art
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By cnd324 - Omaha, United States
We enjoyed the two exhibits, Sidewalk Activism and Artists' Alliance Biennial, that were here in February. Both were quite thought-provoking! The staff was very friendly and helpful, especially the young woman in the gift shop, which was one if the best museum shops I've been to in in awhile. Many beautiful and unusual items by local artists on display there.
9. Mattucci Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
At Mattucci Winery we primarily produce wines from Bordeux/California fruit varietals blended with an Italian slant that are well balanced and elegant. Our wines are produced in ultra small lots and never rushed to bottle or market. They spend 15 months to two years in oak barrels before we consider bottling. Our passion is to create a wine of contemplation requiring nothing more than a glass, a special companion, and an extraordinary moment.
10. Oceanside Public Library
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By 101BikeGuy - Oceanside, United States
I find whatever I am looking for in our library. They help me explore some of the books I might never consider or find what I need in a magazine. Can't take a trip without getting something to listen in the car. Great paople place.
