La Costa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

La Costa
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Photo by Robin Chittick
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Photo by Lisa Ann Brlas

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
Carlsbad State Beach

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
South Carlsbad State Beach

South Carlsbad State Beach

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

South Carlsbad State Beach
Tamarack Beach

Tamarack Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Tamarack Beach

La Costa Golf Courses - North and South

Play a round of golf in Carlsbad at La Costa Golf Courses - North and South, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

La Costa Golf Courses - North and South

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

4.5/5(8 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Carlsbad Premium Outlets during your trip to Carlsbad. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the surfing spots.

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

Activities

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

NZ$148
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Carlsbad Food Tours

Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting

NZ$130
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting
French Bistro Class in San Diego Includes 4 Course Meal

Elegant French Bistro Class in San Diego (Includes 4-Course Meal)

NZ$247
per adult
Elegant French Bistro Class in San Diego (Includes 4-Course Meal)
Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!

Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!

NZ$70
per adult
Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!
Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour

Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour

NZ$20
per traveller
Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

NZ$95
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
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Our pick of the best La Costa Hotel Deals

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
4 out of 5
2100 Costa Del Mar Road, Carlsbad, CA
The price is NZ$702 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
NZ$702
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, 8 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Great service from the moment we drove on property to the moment we left. I stayed here w my wife and two small kids. We enjoyed the pool, restaurants, market place and grounds of the resort greatly. I played 18 on the south course and really enjoyed my time. Course was in great shape, pace was perfect ..."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa 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$323 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$323
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,230 reviews)
"Nice hotel, the staff were helpful. The breakfast was good, the pool is nice and a good area for getting around."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
4 out of 5
4240 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla, CA
The price is NZ$361 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
NZ$361
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,906 reviews)
"Far place to stay"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
4 out of 5
4550 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is NZ$329 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
NZ$329
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 restaurants, and a free beach shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,551 reviews)
"Great breakfast and perfect location"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
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
Book a 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 our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,311 reviews)
"We arrived about 3:30 and they stated the room wasn't ready. They did give us a pool key if we wanted to swim but we didn't and waited. Went back at 4 (normal check in time). Room wasn't ready and they would text us. 4:30 and received a text that room was ready. Front desk was kind and provided information ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

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Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Hyatt Regency La Jolla
Hyatt Regency La Jolla
4 out of 5
3777 La Jolla Village Drive, San Diego, CA
The price is NZ$321 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$321
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice location to everything. Clean hotel. Friendly staff. Only complaint was the elevator taking a long time and the public trash bins always full and overflowing"

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Regency La Jolla
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Other neighbourhoods around La Costa

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Rancho Ponderosa

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rancho Ponderosa and surrounding area, you can visit La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and Encinitas Ranch Golf Course.

Rancho Ponderosa
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La Costa Oaks South

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in La Costa Oaks South and surrounding area, you can visit La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and Moonlight State Beach.

La Costa Oaks South
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Bressi Ranch

While Bressi Ranch may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park and LEGOLAND® California.

Bressi Ranch
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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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Spinnaker Hill

While Spinnaker Hill isn't home to many top sights, LEGOLAND® California and South Carlsbad State Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Spinnaker Hill
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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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