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Skip the crowds in San Clemente and Trestles and set up base in Oceanside, home to USA Surfing’s training grounds, wide-open beaches, and serious SoCal chill. Close to the action, far from the stress, and steeped in the history of the sport.
Oceanside’s easy to reach and even easier to get around. Right off the I‑5 with direct access via Amtrak and Metrolink, you can skip the traffic, roll straight into town, and get to the sand without the stress
More options, more space, fewer headaches. From beachfront resorts to family‑friendly rentals, Oceanside’s got a stay that fits your style and your budget. No scrambling. No price shock. Just the room you want, when you want it.
In O’side, surf culture isn’t just tattoo deep, it’s in our bones. From surf museum stops to handmade board shaping and homegrown brands, you’ll feel the vibe everywhere—even if you never hit the break.
Oceanside’s food scene hits the sweet spot: fresh, bold, and totally unpretentious. Think rooftop tacos, craft brews, even a Michelin‑starred spot on the water. Inspired, inventive flavors, no LA waitlists required.
Make Oceanside your home base beyond the surf spectating. Walk the pier, cruise the harbor, hop to Carlsbad or LEGOLAND, and still be back in time for sunset. Everything’s close, but
never crowded.
Oceanside’s creative spirit is everywhere—on murals, in galleries, sometimes tattooed on your barista’s arm. From live shows to local legends to
Mission San Luis Rey, this city’s art scene shows up with personality.
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Score hotel deals, snag promo codes, and find the best spots in town to catch the action with a cold drink and a killer view. Beachside stays, drink deals, epic watch parties—O’side’s got the goods.
From early morning sets to golden hour hangs, this is your cheat sheet to doing O’side right.
Zip around town on an electric bike or scooter from this local rental operation.
Offers the largest bike inventory in O’side, including e-bikes, road and mountain bikes.
Located on The Strand below the Oceanside Pier. Renting 2- and 4-person kid-friendly surreys.
Rent e-bikes for a couple hours, a day, or up to a week. Located on Wisconsin Ave.
Rental options include beach cruisers and a variety of e-bikes, with battery ranges up to 80 miles.
Request a ride around Downtown Oceanside by using the Ride Circuit app.
