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Things to do in Oceanside

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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 688 reviews

Oceanside Coastal Expeditions

Visit oceansidecoastalexpeditions .com for more information, tour times and prices.

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviews

A Taste of Carlsbad

Taste of Carlsbad is an immersive experience, capturing the essence of the city's vibrant culinary scene, local history, culture, and art.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviews

Learn how to surf with an Encinitas local pro

Learn surfing technique, form, and safety, and then paddle out and catch waves.

5 out of 5 average rating, 76 reviews

Cleanse mind and body with empowerment surfing

Feel the unique joy and thrill of riding a wave at one of San Diego's finest beaches

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Whale watching excursion from Oceanside California

Visit osidewhales .com for intimate whale watching with only 6 guests, exploring more ocean for better encounters. Get closer to wildlife in a personal, unforgettable, and adventurous experience.

5 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

Encinitas bike, beach tide pools and birding tours

Explore vibrant intertidal ecosystems in tide pools and discover the creatures that thrive there. Spot and learn about native and migratory bird species along the shoreline and in nearby wetlands.

5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Discover why life is rad in Carlsbad with a surfer

Start with a beach lesson, surf with assistance, and finish with kombucha and fish tacos.

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews

Group Surf Lesson N County San Diego 1 1/2 Hours

Find a new appreciation for the ocean during a group surf lesson. WE HAVE MOVED; Our new location is 101 S. Highway 101 in Solana Beach, CA 92075.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Horseback Ride and Ranch Animal Experience

Meet, groom, and bond with our horses before enjoying a guided trail ride through the scenic hills of Fallbrook. Along the way, meet our friendly goats and ducks & experience life on a working ranch.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 1731 reviews

Slot Canyons to the Pacific

Embark on a challenging hike with panoramic views and wind-carved caves.

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Wine, flowers & Waves: La Jolla Floral Experience

This is an immersive sensual experience! Design your own bouquet sipping wine and enjoying the pacific ocean views with music. perfect for couples or groups! Connecting with the beauty of flowers.

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Private surf lessons

Learn to surf one-on-one with a local Pacific Beach instructor. We start with the basics on the sand, then get you up and riding real waves — beginner-friendly, but tailored to wherever you’re at.

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Take a guided eBike tour along Dana Point’s coast

Glide on electric bikes above the harbor, pause in seaside parks for history and photos, and follow your naturalist host along shoreline paths to Hole in the Fence Beach.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Design & make your own custom bracelets

Sort through curated beads with a star Etsy seller who will help you design and make your own custom stretchy bracelets. Each person can make up to 3 bracelets in each class!

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Fly coastal bluffs with a helicopter pilot

Lift off with your professional pilot, capture photos beside the helicopter and glide above beaches, lagoons and open ocean in beautiful San Diego.

5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Private Latin Dance Lesson: Salsa & Bachata

Learn salsa and bachata privately with a certified Latin dance instructor in San Diego. No partner needed. No experience required. Just the music and real moves you'll actually use.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Private Farm & Animal Tour at Hawk Ranch

Get up close with 100+ animals on a stunning 40-acre ranch in Murrieta, CA. Meet alpacas, goats, horses, donkeys, miniature cows & more. Guided tour by experienced ranch staff. By appointment only.

4.6 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Uncover San Diego's haunted history after dark

Ride in the "Trolley of the Doomed". Visit El Campo Santo Cemetery and the Whaley House grounds for eerie encounters.

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San Diego Coffee Crawl

An alternative experience of San Diego: learn about our city with a perfect caffeine buzz! Our time provides unique insight into coffee culture, you may just leave with a new favorite drink!

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Intro to Stained Glass

Choose your pattern, cut glass, and assemble your creation using the Tiffany method in a studio with a 50-year legacy.