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Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

CA $80
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Up Close Dolphin & Whale Watching

Small Group Dolphin & Whale Watching

CA $107
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Small Group Dolphin & Whale Watching
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Death Valley National Park

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Death Valley National Park

CA $28
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Death Valley National Park
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

CA $11
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Oceanside Beachcomber Ride and Dine with Coastal Happy Hour

Oceanside Beachcomber Ride and Dine with Coastal Happy Hour

CA $139
per adult
Oceanside Beachcomber Ride and Dine with Coastal Happy Hour
“The best whale watching experience! Our fast and safe boat lets us cover more ocean, giving you the best chance to see whales up close. Small groups, big adventures!”

Whale Watching with O’side Whales

CA $140
per adult
Whale Watching with O’side Whales
Oceanside Private Afternoon Tea Tours

Oceanside Private Afternoon Tea Tours

CA $123
per adult
Oceanside Private Afternoon Tea Tours
Encinitas: Downtown Walking Tour

Encinitas: Downtown Walking Tour

CA $44
per adult
Encinitas: Downtown Walking Tour
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Tours & day trips

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Carlsbad Food Tour

Carlsbad Food Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 165 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $133 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Death Valley National Park

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Death Valley National Park

Activity duration is 16 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $28 per traveller*
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Classes & workshops

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Revitalising Beach Yoga Sessions in Carlsbad

Revitalising Beach Yoga Sessions in Carlsbad

Activity duration is 1 hour
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $35 per adult
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Stay near popular Oceanside attractions

A sunset over the ocean with palm trees and a pier.

Oceanside Pier

9.0/10 (2,129 reviews)
After visiting Oceanside Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oceanside. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or seek out the surfing spots.
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