What to do in Carlsbad, CA

Activities, attractions and tours

Legoland California featuring rides
Legoland California which includes a park and rides
Legoland California featuring rides as well as a small group of people
Legoland California which includes rides
Legoland California showing rides and a park

Carlsbad Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Carlsbad has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Carlsbad, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Carlsbad with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Carlsbad

Carlsbad is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Carlsbad, and make it a breeze to explore Carlsbad and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Carlsbad to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Carlsbad, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Carlsbad.

Carlsbad attractions

Carlsbad has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Carlsbad to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Carlsbad.

Looking for things to do in Carlsbad can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Carlsbad or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Carlsbad attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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What to do in Carlsbad


Popular places to visit

Explore areas of Carlsbad

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Carlsbad Village

If you're spending some time in Carlsbad Village, Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Carlsbad Village
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Aviara

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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North Beach

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

North Beach
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South Beach

If you're spending some time in South Beach, South Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are top sights worth seeing.

South Beach
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Olde Carlsbad

While visiting Olde Carlsbad, you might make a stop by sights like The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall and Hosp Grove Trails.

Olde Carlsbad
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Barrio

Barrio might not have many top sights, but Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Barrio

 

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