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Things to do in Oceanside

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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 708 reviews

Oceanside Coastal Expeditions

Visit oceansidecoastalexpeditions .com for more information, tour times and prices. Small-group Zodiac-style expeditions with 360° views and front-row encounters with whales and dolphins.

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 148 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.

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 39 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, 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, 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, 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.

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 20 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.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews

North San Diego Group Ebike Tour 2 1/2 Hours

Pedal through Solana Beach, visiting historic sites and viewpoints. Meeting Point: San Diego Electric Bike 101 South Highway 101 Solana Beach, CA 92075

4.8 out of 5 average rating, 5 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, 1746 reviews

Slot Canyons to the Pacific

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

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Learn Surf Guitar where it was Born

Learn the soundtrack of California surf culture in the home of local San Clemente musicians. Play iconic surf songs, hear the stories, and leave with your own performance video.

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Haunted History and Sweet Treats in San Diego

Explore Old Town San Diego’s haunted history, hear chilling tales of the Whaley House, and enjoy delicious churros and sweet treats along the way.

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Harbor stand up paddle with a naturalist

Start on baby beach with safety basics, then move through calm harbor water as a seasoned naturalist supports your balance, stroke technique and wildlife viewing.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

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!

5 out of 5 average rating, 4 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.

4.67 out of 5 average rating, 6 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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San Diego: Ocean Beach and Sunset Cliffs Tour

Follow a screenwriter guide along murals, the long ocean pier and rugged cliffs, and hear film-style tales as the Pacific sunset unfolds.

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Investigate hauntings after hours at Whaley House

Investigate America's Most Haunted House® after dark! Explore unseen rooms of San Diego's Whaley House using ghost-hunting tools in this 2-hour paranormal experience.