Cardiff State Beach

A beach with footprints leading to the water, a person standing in the distance, and a sunset over the ocean.
A beach with a dramatic sky filled with red and blue clouds.

Things to do

Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals

Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals

£18
per adult
Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals
Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental

Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental

£29
per adult
Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental
Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour

Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour

£11
per traveller
Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour
Heritage Park & Old Town Walking Ghost Tour in San Diego

San Diego: Old Town Ghost Tour & Haunted History Walk

£31
per adult
San Diego: Old Town Ghost Tour & Haunted History Walk
Fun Gnocchi Making Class With a Local Chef in San Diego

Fun Gnocchi Making Class With a Local Chef in San Diego

£55
per adult
Fun Gnocchi Making Class With a Local Chef in San Diego
Solana Beach: E-Bike Tour to Torrey Pines or North Coast

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

£66
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Solana Beach: E-Bike Tour to Torrey Pines or North Coast
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The Sofia Hotel

The Sofia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Downtown San Diego
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12 Oct - 18 Oct
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8.6/10 Excellent! (2,550 reviews)
Great location. Staff was very helpful.

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Shore House at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Shore House at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts

5 out of 5
Historic Downtown Coronado
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12 Oct - 18 Oct
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (175 reviews)

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

4 out of 5
Downtown San Diego
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£1,527
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12 Oct - 18 Oct
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,516 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Tours & day trips

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Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour

Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour

Activity duration is 6 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 11 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £11 per traveller*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Encinitas Food Tour

Encinitas Food Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 9 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £71 per adult
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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 £19 per adult
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Stay near popular Cardiff State Beach attractions

Cardiff State Beach

9.4/10 (113 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Cardiff State Beach during your trip to Cardiff-by-the-Sea? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

Cardiff by the Sea Lodge

3 out of 5
142 Chesterfield Drive Cardiff-by-the-Sea CA
Cardiff by the Sea Lodge
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar

3 out of 5
1661 Villa Cardiff Drive Cardiff-by-the-Sea CA
Hampton Inn Cardiff Beach Encinitas, CA Near Del Mar
Ocean View Deck! | Walk to the Beach | King Suite

Ocean View Deck! | Walk to the Beach | King Suite

Encinitas CA
Ocean View Deck! | Walk to the Beach | King Suite
Private Oasis - Outdoor Living, Pool, Spa

Private Oasis - Outdoor Living, Pool, Spa

Cardiff By The Sea CA
Private Oasis - Outdoor Living, Pool, Spa
Camden by AvantStay | 5mins to the Beach! Elevated Home w/ Pacific Ocean Views

Camden by AvantStay | 5mins to the Beach! Elevated Home w/ Pacific Ocean Views

Cardiff By The Sea CA
Camden by AvantStay | 5mins to the Beach! Elevated Home w/ Pacific Ocean Views
Newly Remodeled House Less than a Mile From the Beach

Newly Remodeled House Less than a Mile From the Beach

Cardiff CA
Newly Remodeled House Less than a Mile From the Beach
Catch some waves! Panoramic ocean views!- Cardiff Surfer's Hideaway

Catch some waves! Panoramic ocean views!- Cardiff Surfer's Hideaway

Cardiff By The Sea CA
Catch some waves! Panoramic ocean views!- Cardiff Surfer's Hideaway
Impeccable Cape Cod Oceanfront Home Overlooking Swami's Beach.

Impeccable Cape Cod Oceanfront Home Overlooking Swami's Beach.

Encinitas CA
Impeccable Cape Cod Oceanfront Home Overlooking Swami's Beach.
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

The Encinitan Hotel & Suites

3 out of 5
85 Encinitas Boulevard Encinitas CA
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
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