Carlsbad Village Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Around here fragrant magnolias are in full blum...
Around here fragrant magnolias are in full blum...
#LikeALocal You never get tired of photographing sunsets
Night life in Carlsbad.
Carlsbad having their annual street fair. Large shark shown here for the kiddies!

Popular places to visit

Legoland California which includes rides

LEGOLAND® California

4/5(9 reviews)

Kids will see their dreams come to life in this adventure park dedicated to the iconic colourful toy.

LEGOLAND® California
A Panoramic Aerial UAV Drone View of Carlsbad State Beach, California, in the Morning

Carlsbad State Beach

4.5/5(3 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
Ranunculus field

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
Nice walking beach- good for surfing- beautiful sand cliffs

South Carlsbad State Beach

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

South Carlsbad State Beach
Rode bikes from a bike shop in Carlsbad to this spot! Absolutely gorgeous!

Tamarack Beach

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

Tamarack Beach
a gorgeous aerial shot of the blue lagoon waters surrounded by lush green trees and plants with blue sky, powerful clouds and a rainbow at Batiquitos Lagoon in Carlsbad California USA

Carlsbad Lagoon

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Carlsbad Lagoon might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Carlsbad.

Carlsbad Lagoon

Activities

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

NZ$107
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

NZ$96
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Historic Arch, Old Mission San Luis Rey

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

NZ$13
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
“The best whale watching experience! Our fast and safe boat lets us cover more ocean, giving you the best chance to see whales up close. Small groups, big adventures!”

Open Boat Whale Watching

NZ$167
per adult
Open Boat Whale Watching
Salem Puzzling Adventure

Oceanside Puzzling Adventure

NZ$58
per traveller
Oceanside Puzzling Adventure
Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

NZ$248
per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
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Our pick of the best Carlsbad Village Hotel Deals

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort

4 out of 5
3075 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA
The price is NZ$347 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$347
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach condo in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,642 reviews)
Beautiful view of the ocean and polite staff.

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Extended Stay America Suites Carlsbad Village by the Sea

Extended Stay America Suites Carlsbad Village by the Sea

2.5 out of 5
1050 Grand Ave Carlsbad CA
The price is NZ$167 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
NZ$167
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.8/10 (1,004 reviews)
Very nice service however it kind of smelled

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Extended Stay America Suites Carlsbad Village by the Sea
Ocean Palms Beach Resort

Ocean Palms Beach Resort

2.5 out of 5
2950 Ocean Street Carlsbad CA
The price is NZ$396 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
NZ$396
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (995 reviews)
Absolutely

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Ocean Palms Beach Resort
Ocean Villas of Carlsbad

Ocean Villas of Carlsbad

3 out of 5
2895 Ocean St Carlsbad CA
The price is NZ$1,195 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
NZ$1,195
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach villa in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a private beach and laundry facilities. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Witch Creek Winery ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews)
Excellent stay, looking forward to returning.

Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real San Diego CA
The price is NZ$245 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$245
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,039 reviews)
Room was really clean. Friendly staff.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area

3.5 out of 5
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr Escondido CA
Stay at this spa hotel in Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 8 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,596 reviews)
Clean large room. Lots to do

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

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Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
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Other neighbourhoods around Carlsbad Village

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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
Carlsbad State Beach during summer in Carlsbad, California, USA

North Beach

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

North Beach
Rows of pink red ranunculus flowers in southern California United States

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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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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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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Carlsbad Ranch

If you're spending some time in Carlsbad Ranch, LEGOLAND® California and GIA Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Carlsbad Ranch

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