South Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

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
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
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

North Ponto Beach

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

North Ponto Beach

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
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
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
Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

NZ$248
per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
Dolphin & Whale Watching

Dolphin & Whale Watching

NZ$141
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Dolphin & Whale Watching
Encinitas Food Tour

Encinitas Food Tour

NZ$130
per adult
Encinitas Food Tour
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Our pick of the best South Beach Hotel Deals

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
3 out of 5
760 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is NZ$256 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
NZ$256
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,488 reviews)
"Love the breakfast and laundry room"

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
1 Ponto Rd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is NZ$429 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$429
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"close to ocean access . . ."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
2.5 out of 5
751 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is NZ$232 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$232
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Staff needs to communicate
"The room was clean but I had to ask multiple times for toilet paper and towels (on our day of check in). Front desk staff was very kind and helpful but there was a disconnect between the front desk staff and the housekeeping staff."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
4 out of 5
6450 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is NZ$410 per night from 13 July to 14 July
NZ$410
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,017 reviews)
"Stay was wonderful"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
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$318 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
NZ$318
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! (1,246 reviews)
"Our stay was great. Everyone nice throughout. Front desk girls were all great. Very friendly. Also want to give a Thank You to Kamille, during breakfast both days. She was very nice to my family and myself. All breakfast staff was nice, but she especially was great when we ask for something. Thank ..."

Reviewed on 10 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$342 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$342
12 July - 13 July
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
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Other neighbourhoods around South Beach

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Hanover Beach Colony

While Hanover Beach Colony may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like LEGOLAND® California and South Carlsbad State Beach.

Hanover Beach Colony
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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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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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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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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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North Beach

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

North Beach

South Beach Travel Guide

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