Countless fun activities await you in Oceanside, just steps from the Days Inn!
Explore your surroundings and plan exciting excursions to some of San Diego’s most popular attractions. Nearby favorites include the San Diego Zoo Safari Park or if you love museums, the very interesting educational museum all about music known as the Museum of Making Music is nearby as is the California Surf Museum. If you’re traveling with young kids, LEGOLAND California just to the south in Carlsbad is another incredible choice offered at a discounted rate, use discount code GVSD5OFF to save even more, when you buy a Go City San Diego pass before you arrive!
Shop, dine, and play your way around Oceanside at a selection of some of the best things to do nearby!
Swim and Surf at the Beach
Given its location right along the coast, it’s no surprise that Oceanside’s beaches are among some of the best in the county. Sandy shores and plenty of year-round sun await.
Popular beaches like Oceanside Boulevard Beach & Buccaneer Beach have lots of space on the wide, sandy shores for sunbathing and making sandcastles, plus calm waves and temperate waters perfectly suited to swimming.
Many Oceanside beaches have excellent surfing conditions and reliable point breaks. You’ll want to grab a Go City San Diego pass with our discount code GVSD5OFF to save on surfboard rentals and surfing lessons. Some of the best spots to surf in the area are North Jetty, Harbor Beach & Breakwater Way Beaches; Oceanside Pier, Pier View North & Pier View South Beaches; and Tyson Street Beach and Park & Wisconsin Street Beach.
Take a Brewery Tour
In addition to its beaches, Oceanside and nearby North County are also known as hubs for craft beer, with many local breweries and pubs in the area. You can head out for a night of drinking, dancing, and tasty bar food with a group of friends, or you can sign up for a guided Brewery Tour that lets you sample beers from multiple breweries.
The Cruise & Booze Brewery Tour is one of the Best Things to Do in Oceanside. Tour the streets in a VW Van Wagon as you travel between various craft breweries. Try unique flavor blends and twists on old favorites, and pair your drinks with light bites. The tour lasts about 4 and a half hours, giving you plenty of time to enjoy what’s on offer at each stop on the tour.
If trying local food and drinks is something you enjoy while traveling, have a read of our complete article on the 10 Best San Diego Food & Beer Tours offer throughout the city!
Watch for Whales and Dolphins
Many species of marine life migrate past the coast of San Diego at different points in the year. The most prominent are whales and dolphins, which will sometimes pass by just a few yards from the shore. If you’re an animal lover who wants to see something truly special during your stay in San Diego, you can’t go wrong with a whale or dolphin watching tour.
Common species of animals seen on these tours include blue or gray whales depending on the time of year, as well as risso’s and bottlenose dolphins. You’ll also have the chance to do some birdwatching, as sea birds like pelicans, seagulls, herons, and terns can also be found while you’re out on the open ocean.