Oceanside Off The Beaten Path Tips by Yaqui Top 5 Page for this destination

Roberts Cottages 1928

These were built in 1928 for vacationing residents from Los Angeles to escape the city. They exchanged hands many times, until 1941 they were named the Roberts Cottages, but sadley kept exchanged hands till 1990 they were sold as permament residences. They are an important part to Oceanside historical past. What is very unique is the fact they are still being enjoyed!

Website: http://www.robertscottages.com/history/

Armed Forces Day~Operation Appreciation Day

Usually held in the second or third week in May is Armed Forces Day Operation Appreciation Day. It is a event for the whole public to partake in sharing the appreciate of our military families and their sacrifices. They have all kinds of activities for young and old and have many type vendor booths, games, mechanical rides, inflatable jumps, kid’s crafts and face painting. The beach will be loaded with military land and amphibious displays, including the LCAC, for people to explore and learn about. The EOD team will be on hand to demonstrate their latest equipment. It starts at 11:00 a.m. and last until 4:00 p.m.

Phone: 760-722-1534

Website: http://www.oceansidechamber.com/opapp/index.html

St. Mary of the Sea Church 1927 Street Views Review

Built in 1927 is an excellent example of Mission Revival architecture. It replaced a 1893 church that was once here that was moved from here to 1510 Lemon Street. We came upon it while exploring the downtown area. My Nate liked the little hidden garden it had and wanted to take some pictures, so I let him. It was a wonderful experience for us both.

609 Pier View Way, Oceanside Ca 92054

Oceanside Chamber of Commerce
928 North Coast Highway Oceanside, CA 92054

Phone: (760)722-1534

Website: http://www.oceansidechamber.com/visitor/index.asp

Top Gun House ~Graves House 1887 Street Views Review

This is the Henry Graves house on 102 North Pacific Streetm which is right across from the beautiful ocean. It is called the "Top Gun" house, because this is where they filmed actress Kelley McGillis' playing, Charlotte 'Charlie' Blackwood, who supposely lived here in the 1986 movie "Top Gun!"

I heard an interested story by someone who works at the Wyndham at the time, says Wyndham owns the property it sits on and did not want to tear it down and is waiting for someone to move it off their property.

Oceanside Chamber of Commerce
928 North Coast Highway Oceanside, CA 92054

Phone: (760)722-1534

Website: http://www.oceansidechamber.com/visitor/index.asp

Oeanside City Hall Sculptures

Located next to the Oceanside's Library is City Hall. What makes it unique is the wonderful sculpture it has that separates each of the wings of the building. It you walk a little further in past the Library's entrance and past the beautiful fountain you will discover a nice little find.

300 North Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054

Website: http://www.ci.oceanside.ca.us/default.asp

Oceanside Public Library ~ Once home to AJ Myers

This is a beautiful centerpiece to the downtown area is the Public Library, Fountain, and City Hall. This spot was once where Andrew Jackson Myers who was the founder of Oceanside. He was a native of La Salle County Illinois, where he was born in 1840, but lived in San Joaquin County California around 1852. Served in the military during the Civil War, and returned to California and started San Luis Rey Township in 1881. In 1882 he moved on the land embracing the original town site of Oceanside. He founded the Oceanside Water Company which was very critical to establishing early Oceanside. He served his community and the community of San Diego County for which he will always be remembered for.

330 North Coast Hwy. Oceanside, CA 92054

Phone: 760-435-5600

Website: http://www.ci.oceanside.ca.us/gov/lib/default.asp

Historic 101 Street Views Review

Highway 101 is considered a virtual living road museum. Many of the buildings along it still hold their original architecture and charm. Lots of wonderful business to checkout such as cafe's, restaurants, surf shops, book stores, theatre and gifts shops!

For more information of local attractions, visit:

California Welcome Center
928 N. Coast Hwy
Oceanside, Ca 92054

Phone: 760-721-1101

Coast Highway Murals~ Street Views Review

As you probably can tell, I absolutely love the murals! More and more cities are incorporating as art to their historical downtown area. So, check them out. Many are hidden the alleyways, so explore!

California Welcome Center
928 N. Coast Hwy
Oceanside, Ca 92054

Phone: 760-721-1101

Website: http://www.visitcwc.com/Oceanside/

Sunshine Brooks Theatre~ Street Views Review

This lovely historic theatre still breaths life within the local community. It has been lovingly restored and services many community theathre. It was nice to see such a historic icon still being loved and enjoyed. They have all kinds of functions, so please checkout the web site for more information.

217 North Coast Highway
Oceanside, California 92054

Phone: 760 529-9140

Website: http://www.nvtheatre.com/Welcome.htm