Located on the state's southern coast, Oceanside is home to about 175,000 Californians. Beloved for its classic surf culture, Oceanside has some of the widest beaches in SoCal. For those who live here, Oceanside is a vacation retreat every day of the year.

The Oceanside you know today has its roots in 1883, when railways arrived and development began in San Diego County. Around this time, going "ocean side" was a popular pastime for families living inland. Incorporated in 1888, Oceanside was already home to 1,000 people. Soon a post office, bank, and hotels popped up. Oceanside continued to develop and grow, even during the Depression and WWII.

An early element of this growth was the Oceanside Pier. Rebuilt many times since then, the pier runs nearly 2,000 feet and is a great place to fish, walk, and people-watch. At the end of the pier, you can sit down at Ruby's Diner and enjoy a classic burger and shake.

Close to the pier is the California Surf Museum, displaying memorabilia, art, photographs, and videos. Whether you catch waves yourself or just like watching it in movies, this is a great place to learn about surfing culture and history. Another great spot to widen your horizons is the Oceanside Museum of Art. Filled with eclectic works of fine art, OMA is also dedicated to education and community outreach.

Oceanside Sunset Market invites you to enjoy live music, international food, and a world marketplace for some retail therapy. With 200 merchants to choose from, shop for gourmet treats, handmade gifts, and unique apparel. Main Street is also home to a weekly farmer's market and seasonal events like the Independence Day parade.

Oceanside boasts 30 city parks for outdoor recreation, as well as rec centers, senior centers, golf courses, public beaches, and a large municipal marina. If you love Oceanside, you must love Heritage Park. With street signs, buildings, and artifacts from the city's founding days, this park is like a step back into history. Visit the jail, practice arithmetic at the schoolhouse, or pick up something at the dry goods store.

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