Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Encinitas February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Encinitas Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Encinitas.dx7846)[Hotels in Encinitas](https://expedia.co.uk/Encinitas-Hotels.d7846.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Encinitas](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Encinitas.d7846.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Encinitas Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Encinitas.d7846.Car-Hire-Guide)[Encinitas Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Encinitas.d7846.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Encinitas, CA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Encinitas Types of activities Where to stay [Encinitas travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Encinitas.dx7846) ![La Costa Valley; Shutterstock ID 647691196; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7846/46d22130-0363-4ec6-b6d6-4a708bfad37e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![La Costa Valley; Shutterstock ID 647691196; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7846/46d22130-0363-4ec6-b6d6-4a708bfad37e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Encinitas Beach Ocean Shore in Southern California, United States.; Shutterstock ID 274511357](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7846/b1dab430-6fce-4155-9021-262d9d227fb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This image was taken at Swamis beach just north of San Elijo campgrounds. The tide was very low so it made for a perfect walk on the beach afternoon.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7846/4f1eee77-865a-4413-9af5-5dd9a7ae16b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This is at the bottom of the ramp at Pipes surf beach. There is a little shortcut path to get down to the water other than walking all the way down the ramp.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7846/ff14dc5c-4dad-4422-88ef-a109f3baff06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Encinitas Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Encinitas has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Encinitas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. 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[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/prohibition-themed-cocktail-tour-in-carlsbad.a50865333.activity-details?&rid=7846&location=Encinitas&swp=off) ![Carlsbad Wine Crawl and Small Bites Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50977710/8fd60e3d-5bc3-4c15-ab4b-7ba2b7589fc0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad Wine Crawl and Small Bites Tour 2h 30m Free cancellation available £71 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/carlsbad-wine-crawl-and-small-bites-tour.a50977710.activity-details?&rid=7846&location=Encinitas&swp=off) ![Private Temecula Wine Tour from Del Mar](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50714483/d93d7062-7d1d-430d-bbbf-0688e227b640.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Temecula Wine Tour from Del Mar 8h Free cancellation available £220 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults 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[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/solana-beach-full-day-skimboard-rental.a48165271.activity-details?&rid=7846&location=Encinitas&swp=off) ![Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44896034/6d56dc32-4cea-4779-9154-29945e62656a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr 2h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £81 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-hours-private-surf-lessons-in-solana-beach.a44896034.activity-details?&rid=7846&location=Encinitas&swp=off) ![Solana Beach: Private Surf Lesson with Board and Wetsuit](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48257123/c1d56d7c-fa9d-409d-b31f-1cbc5d14a571.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Solana Beach: Private Surf Lesson with Board and Wetsuit 2h 10/10 12 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £88 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/solana-beach-private-surf-lesson-with-board-and-wetsuit.a48257123.activity-details?&rid=7846&location=Encinitas&swp=off) ![Solana Beach: Full Day Surf Board Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44649046/51aa6ea2-e6b0-4ba7-94a7-19e0f50a5364.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Solana Beach: Full Day Surf Board Rental 1d Free cancellation available £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/solana-beach-full-day-surf-board-rental.a44649046.activity-details?&rid=7846&location=Encinitas&swp=off) ![Leucadia Beach Surf Lessons](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45915770/3d2b9d26-d581-4aaa-8f55-f6c53093dee3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Leucadia Beach Surf Lessons 1h 30m 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available £88 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/leucadia-beach-surf-lessons.a45915770.activity-details?&rid=7846&location=Encinitas&swp=off) ![Surfing Experience and Lessons](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4089143/4ed44d78-a413-43f2-b5d6-4fca0a8c76dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surfing Experience and Lessons 2h 30m 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £139 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/surfing-experience-and-lessons.a4089143.activity-details?&rid=7846&location=Encinitas&swp=off) ![Private Surf Lesson in North San Diego](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5062362/771cffcd-2368-4ac8-9fe4-65e91495b773.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Surf Lesson in North San Diego 1h 30m Free cancellation available £77 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-surf-lesson-in-north-san-diego.a5062362.activity-details?&rid=7846&location=Encinitas&swp=off) ![Solana Beach: Stand-up Paddle Board Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48374950/e17ad729-8b17-4460-9227-52c5372e6e71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Solana Beach: Stand-up Paddle Board Rental 11h Free cancellation available £29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/solana-beach-stand-up-paddle-board-rental.a48374950.activity-details?&rid=7846&location=Encinitas&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Encinitas | Number of things to do | 44 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour](/things-to-do/beaches-bluffs-san-diegos-ultimate-coastal-driving-tour.a46115639.activity-details): £9 | | Top 5 things to do | [LEGOLAND® California Resort](/things-to-do/legoland-california-resort.a169428.activity-details)[Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures](/things-to-do/oceanside-whale-and-dolphin-watching-adventures.a477590.activity-details)[Solana Beach: Surfboard Rentals](/things-to-do/solana-beach-surfboard-rentals.a48290375.activity-details)[Solana Beach: Full Day Skimboard Rental](/things-to-do/solana-beach-full-day-skimboard-rental.a48165271.activity-details)[Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour](/things-to-do/beaches-bluffs-san-diegos-ultimate-coastal-driving-tour.a46115639.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures](/things-to-do/oceanside-whale-and-dolphin-watching-adventures.a477590.activity-details)[Heritage Park & Old Town Walking Ghost Tour in San Diego](/things-to-do/heritage-park-old-town-walking-ghost-tour-in-san-diego.a4998302.activity-details)[Paranormal Investigation History & Ghost Tour Old Town San Diego](/things-to-do/paranormal-investigation-haunted-tour-in-old-town-san-diego-with-ghostly-history.a45055755.activity-details)[Solana Beach: E-Bike Tour to Torrey Pines or North Coast](/things-to-do/solana-beach-e-bike-tour-to-torrey-pines-or-north-coast.a48225588.activity-details)[Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental](/things-to-do/carlsbad-3-hour-electric-bike-rental.a700842.activity-details) | | With kids | [LEGOLAND® California Resort](/things-to-do/legoland-california-resort.a169428.activity-details)[Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures](/things-to-do/oceanside-whale-and-dolphin-watching-adventures.a477590.activity-details)[Heritage Park & Old Town Walking Ghost Tour in San Diego](/things-to-do/heritage-park-old-town-walking-ghost-tour-in-san-diego.a4998302.activity-details)[Paranormal Investigation History & Ghost Tour Old Town San Diego](/things-to-do/paranormal-investigation-haunted-tour-in-old-town-san-diego-with-ghostly-history.a45055755.activity-details)[Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental](/things-to-do/carlsbad-3-hour-electric-bike-rental.a700842.activity-details) | ## What to do in Encinitas --- ### Popular places to visit ![Encinitas, CA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7846/e000d9b5-54c8-4403-a8aa-3e4b33859507.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Moonlight State Beach 5/5(1 review) Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Moonlight State Beach during your travels in Encinitas? Discover the sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Moonlight-State-Beach-Encinitas.d6262052.Attraction) ![San Diego Botanic Garden featuring a park and a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6262060/4cb9f578-50e3-4e27-a42c-400c27e5aac3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Diego Botanic Garden Tour this enchanting garden that hosts lush shady corners, exotic garden designs and a huge collection of plant species from around the world. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Diego-Botanic-Garden-Encinitas.d6262060.Attraction) ![Switchback trail to the sea. 3.28.2015](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7846/3bac51f1-1a55-4a18-b39d-389a9e116129.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Leucadia State Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Leucadia State Beach during your trip to Encinitas? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leucadia-State-Beach-Encinitas.d553248635983993062.Attraction) ![Self Realization Fellowship](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635931529333/1ad3109b-6fc7-4e57-899b-ed7f28cc3697.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Self Realization Fellowship You can find out about the history of Encinitas with a stop at Self Realization Fellowship. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Self-Realization-Fellowship-Encinitas.d553248635931529333.Attraction) ![This surfer is definitely #BeachBound](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/fc626877-a7f3-44fa-b527-1d54fcc78da0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### South Ponto Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Ponto Beach during your trip to Encinitas? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Ponto-Beach-Encinitas.d628352236596883456.Attraction) ![View of Egmond aan Zee; Shutterstock ID 742804531; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976468463/ba06c066-b137-443c-8c68-6b0292fbedcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Beacon Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Beacon Beach during your trip to Encinitas? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Beacon-Beach-Encinitas.d553248635976468463.Attraction) #### Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens Take the family on an outing to Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens during your trip to Encinitas. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Self-Realization-Fellowship-Hermitage-Meditation-Gardens-Downtown-Encinitas.d553248621532638631.Attraction) #### Encinitas Surfboards You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Encinitas Surfboards during your stay in Encinitas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Encinitas-Surfboards-Encinitas.d949585956019720192.Attraction) #### Grandview Surf Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Grandview Surf Beach during your trip to Encinitas? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Grandview-Surf-Beach-Encinitas.d553248635989385102.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Encinitas ![Orange Sunset Over Pacific Ocean](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180770/1a7b176b-202b-4a80-b594-5fb79fd26908.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Leucadia 3.5/5(3 area reviews) The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Leucadia. A stop by Leucadia State Beach or Grandview Surf Beach might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Encinitas-Leucadia.dx180770) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Encinitas If you're spending some time in Downtown Encinitas, Moonlight State Beach and San Elijo State Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Encinitas-Downtown-Encinitas.dx977342867481776128) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Olivenhain Olivenhain might not have many top sights, but La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and San Elijo State Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Encinitas-Olivenhain.dx977343301655154688) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Encinitas ![DYARBW Lake Hodges Dam. Escondido, California, United States.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7852/a34aee30-fef6-4572-8071-46eb7bb9d414.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Escondido ![Afternoon aerial view of tree framed mission revival style architecture of historic downtown Rancho Santa Fe, California, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9638/48c9f47a-fa53-4e14-8a1c-b3cb6d8b9a22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rancho Santa Fe ![Travel background of the gorgeous California coast, sea salt and spray, beach wash, and wet sand of the Pacific Ocean](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9833/a38b93f5-1e46-43af-a31d-8c62159cb943.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cardiff-by-the-Sea ![Carlsbad](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/6dda68e1-544f-4579-a0c9-eb6c39b73ec0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Carlsbad ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Encinitas worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Encinitas? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Encinitas? ### Is three days enough to stay in Encinitas? ### What are some activities to do in Encinitas with kids? > - [LEGOLAND® California Resort](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/legoland-california-resort.a169428.activity-details) > - [Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/oceanside-whale-and-dolphin-watching-adventures.a477590.activity-details) > - [Heritage Park & Old Town Walking Ghost Tour in San Diego](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/heritage-park-old-town-walking-ghost-tour-in-san-diego.a4998302.activity-details) > - [Paranormal Investigation History & Ghost Tour Old Town San Diego](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/paranormal-investigation-haunted-tour-in-old-town-san-diego-with-ghostly-history.a45055755.activity-details) > - [Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/carlsbad-3-hour-electric-bike-rental.a700842.activity-details) ### What to do in Encinitas for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Encinitas? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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