Unwind & Catch the Beauty of Classic Oceanside
Oceanside, which is 35 miles north of downtown San Diego, is the northern gateway to San Diego County. It has a picturesque harbor, miles of beautiful sandy beaches, a multitude of shopping alternatives, affordable new homes, golfing and recreational activities galore. Oceanside is a city on the move.
It is quickly changing from a military town on Interstate 5 to a vital, thriving residential community. Developers have been quick to recognize Oceanside's potential. Its broad beaches and close proximity to Orange County have attracted new housing developments. Visit the California Welcome Center Oceanside (9).
It is quickly changing from a military town on Interstate 5 to a vital, thriving residential community. Developers have been quick to recognize Oceanside's potential. Its broad beaches and close proximity to Orange County have attracted new housing developments. Visit the California Welcome Center Oceanside (9).
Great Places to Dine, All Personally Reviewed |
Impressive and new to Oceanisde is 333 Pacific (6) , one of the newest members of the Cohn Family Restaurant Group, and featuring North County's best fresh seafood, cocktails and the best Happy Hour in all of Oceanside.The Oceanside Harbor boasts great restaurants. Monterey Bay Canners for example, serves fresh seafood with an impressive view overlooking the Oceanside harbor. Their extensive menu has everything from fresh swordfish and shellfish skewers to beer battered halibut. |
What to See and Do Here |
The Oceanside Pier is a must-see attraction when visiting! It is one of the longest wooden over-the-water piers on the West Coast and a great site to see or go fishing from. Also enjoyable in Oceanside is the historic Mission San Luis Rey (16) , which is another great place to spend an afternoon. The Mission is the largest of the 21 missions that were built along the coast by early missionaries. |
Where to Stay in Oceanside |
The 106-room Motel 6 Oceanside (2) is within four blocks of the Oceanside Pier, the beach and the harbor and near Camp Pendleton. With an ideal location, great proximity to attractions and a high level of customer service, it's hard to find a better deal. More than half of the rooms are non-smoking and all have free internet access, HBO, ESPN, Pay-Per-View movies, local calls, a newspaper and coffee. |

![]() 333 Pacific |
![]() Harney Sushi |
![]() Hooters |
![]() Mission San Luis Rey |
![]() Oceanside Harbor & Marina |
![]() Oceanside Marina |











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