South Beach

Carlsbad

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Photo by Rhonda Zoloth
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Photo by Kim Venuta
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Photo by Sheri Chaffer
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Photo by L. R.
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Popular places to visit

South Carlsbad State Beach

South Carlsbad State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Carlsbad State Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?

South Carlsbad State Beach
Legoland California showing rides

LEGOLAND® California

3.5/5(5 reviews)

This theme park has all the fun and excitement you could hope for combined with the imagination of LEGO®.

LEGOLAND® California
Carlsbad State Beach

Carlsbad State Beach

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carlsbad State Beach during your travels in Carlsbad? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Carlsbad State Beach
Tamarack Beach

Tamarack Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Tamarack Beach

North Ponto Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Ponto Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?

North Ponto Beach

Flower Fields of Carlsbad

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Flower Fields of Carlsbad, a lovely green space in Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

Flower Fields of Carlsbad

Things to do

Carlsbad Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Carlsbad Caverns App-Based Walking Audio Tour (Not a ticket)

€14
per traveller
Carlsbad Caverns App-Based Walking Audio Tour (Not a ticket)
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

€53
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Historic Arch, Old Mission San Luis Rey

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

€7
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

€138
per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside

1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside

€92
per adult
1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside
Solana Beach: E-Bike Tour to Torrey Pines or North Coast

Solana Beach: E-Bike Tour to Torrey Pines or North Coast

€83
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Solana Beach: E-Bike Tour to Torrey Pines or North Coast
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Top hotels in South Beach

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
2.5 out of 5
760 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is €99 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
€99
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,480 reviews)
Excellent Customer Service - Thank You Celeste 🤗
"The beds were so comfortable and my shower was especially nice with the Dove bath set . Also the Staff Members I talked with were so courteous & friendy while enjoying my morning breakfast, what a treat ."

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
2.5 out of 5
751 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA
The price is €108 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
€108
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"We are using this property every time we come to the area . Its a good location and it’s helpful when we want to visit different places"

Reviewed on 30 Mar 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
2.5 out of 5
751 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is €100 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
€100
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"It was a nice place lots of room for my kids. The only thing is we had to go and ask for our own towels or house keeping"

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2025

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
1 Ponto Rd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is €196 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
€196
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay during the wildfires of LA, it was a great hotel, family friendly and amazing location, will come back."

Reviewed on 1 Apr 2025

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
4 out of 5
6450 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is €156 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
€156
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"I wish the property would post Please Be Quiet signs. Remind people that they're at a hotel, not their living room. The lack of consideration of the guests is not the hotel's fault but they could remind people to behave better. Just a thought. Otherwise, everything else was great."

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
4 out of 5
4240 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla, CA
The price is €164 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
€164
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,682 reviews)
"Biggest gym I've seen in a hotel"

Reviewed on 2 Apr 2025

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
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Other neighbourhoods around South Beach

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Hanover Beach Colony

While Hanover Beach Colony may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like LEGOLAND® California and South Carlsbad State Beach.

Hanover Beach Colony
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Spinnaker Hill

While Spinnaker Hill isn't home to many top sights, LEGOLAND® California and South Carlsbad State Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Spinnaker Hill
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Aviara

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Aviara, Batiquitos Lagoon and Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center are top sights worth seeing.

Aviara
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Terramar

When in Terramar, you can plan a visit to LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad Premium Outlets, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Terramar
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Hedionda Point

When in Hedionda Point, you can plan a visit to LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad Lagoon, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hedionda Point
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North Beach

While visiting North Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Tamarack Beach and Carlsbad State Beach.

North Beach

South Beach

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