Best places: Things to dos in Carlsbad

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Earths Elements
Gift shop
👍👍 This is my first time in California and I absolutely adored this store! Everyone here is so nice and loving and I just felt so welcomed. I loved how they have a little bit of everything.
4.90 (538 reviews)
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Carlsbad State Beach
Beach
Picturesque strip of sand known for its paved pedestrian path, volleyball nets & dolphin sightings.
4.80 (1.3K reviews)
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Alga Norte Park
Park
Roomy park featuring a basketball court, baseball fields & picnic areas with barbecues.
4.80 (1.3K reviews)
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Craftsmanship Museum
Museum
Miniature models of engines, buildings & vehicles made of metal & wood are displayed at this museum.
4.90 (388 reviews)
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Tamarack Surf Beach
Beach
Bordering a residential neighborhood, this sandy, laid-back beach draws local surfers & swimmers.
4.70 (2.1K reviews)
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Poinsettia Park
Park
A park with a public tennis complex, athletic fields, grassy areas for picnics & a playground.
4.70 (1K reviews)
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North Ponto Beach
Public beach
Narrow sand-&-pebble beach backed by steep bluffs; a popular destination for surfing.
4.70 (990 reviews)
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Leo Carrillo Historic Park
Park
19th-century hacienda in a secluded & meticulously landscaped park, home to numerous wild peacocks.
4.70 (862 reviews)
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Miniland USA
Tourist attraction
Area of Legoland with mini models of U.S. cities from San Francisco to Washington D.C., plus a cafe.
4.70 (746 reviews)
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The Flower Fields
Tourist attraction
Seasonal attraction with almost 50 acres of ranunculus flowers, walking paths & plants for purchase.
4.60 (6.4K reviews)
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Terramar Point
Scenic spot
🫤 I went during low tide, but it still wasn't low enough. This is a tiny strip of beach that is limited accessible. Forget walking along the beach here! Great for surfing I couldn't walk along cliffs, got waves up to hip level. I suggest going to beaches south of La Costa, Encinitas & Solana Beach,...
4.70 (696 reviews)
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Lake Carlsbad Beach Park
Park
Recreation area with fishing, boating & water sports, plus play equipment & picnic areas.
4.60 (2.2K reviews)
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Carlsbad City Beach
Public beach
👍👍 This has always been my favorite beach whenever we visit So California. It is an excellent location with several different places to eat for lunch/dinner/snacks. There Always seems to be parking if you’re willing to drive around a little to find it. Access to the beach is direct and easy, with a few...
4.90 (232 reviews)
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South Carlsbad State Beach
Campground
200+ clifftop campsites with picnic tables & stairs to a beach park with 40+ acres for watersports.
4.60 (1.8K reviews)
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K1 Speed - Indoor Go Karts, Corporate Event Venue, Team Building Activities
Go-kart track
Chain of indoor racing centers featuring electric go-karting for all skill levels, plus food.
4.60 (1.5K reviews)
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Aviara Community Park
Park
24-acre community park features athletic turf fields & courts, a playground & lighted picnic areas.
4.70 (467 reviews)
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Fun Town
Tourist attraction
👍👍 Really interesting place to see all the city replicas and movie themes played out in a miniature Lego world. From seeing San Francisco to Australia and a big area is Star Wars. Cool area to walk through
4.60 (1.1K reviews)
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South Carlsbad State Beach
Beach
Scenic beach known for swimming, surfing, diving, fishing & picnicking, plus a cliffside campground.
4.60 (1K reviews)
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Lake Calavera Hiking Trail
Hiking area
👍👍 Fantastic trail - we did around 2 miles but you can extend it as much as you want!
4.70 (398 reviews)
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LEGOLAND California
Theme park
Vivid Lego-themed quarters in a lively hotel offering dining, an outdoor pool & free breakfast.
4.50 (34.1K reviews)
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