A classic Southern California beach town, Oceanside’s central location offers visitors an ideal place to stay and experience California’s casual spirit. With 3.5 miles of sandy beach, a quaint New England-style harbor, California’s longest wooden pier and a stellar year-round climate, Oceanside is an ideal place for enjoying active pursuits including surfing, kayaking, boating, fishing, bike-riding and more. The city also boasts a number of important cultural attractions and events, including the Valley Arts Festival, an annual celebration of the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians and the Luiseño history and culture; the Mission San Luis Rey (The King of Missions), the California Surf Museum and the Oceanside Museum of Art.
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