What to do and see in Oceanside, California (CA): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

Whether you are a shredding surfer looking for local knowledge about the our breaks or a brand new surfer ready to catch your first wave, our professional instructors are ready to get you suited up and in the water!

Your unique California Surf experience.Great atmosphere, well trained Surfguides and a clean Camp will give you a memory for your lifetime. California is the place, where Surfing is meant to be - discover with us the public and secrets Surfspots from the locals, have great Food and exiting Trips around Los Angeles and San Diego.

Carla and Linda's Walking Food Tours will meet you at a designated location. We will escort you around Oceanside or Vista to some fantastic restaurants. Tastes of the chefs favorite foods will be included, libations are available for purchase. Our tours generally take about 3 hours, visiting 4 eateries. Oceanside and Vista are full of awesome places to eat and drink so come join us and eat like a local.

Owned and operated by Oceanside local, former pro surfer & professional surf judge, John Daniels. We provide surf lessons, surf coaching and group surf lessons for beginner through advanced surfers. Let us share our love of surfing with you! All of our lessons are in Oceanside at the Oceanside Harbor in North San Diego County. All instructors are CPR & First Aid certified. Learn from a pro!

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!

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.

Longest wooden pier on California coast at 1941 feet, 1/3 of a mile, there is a convenience store half way out stocked floor to ceiling with fishing pole rentals, bait, tackle, snacks and beverages, and a whole lot of souvenir's stuffed into a 7X15 foot space. Ruby's 50's diner is located on the end with breakfast to burgers and a view to die for. The pier it self is open 24 hours a day 7days a week

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!