La Costa Travel Guide

Carlsbad

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 featuring rides

LEGOLAND® California

3.5/5(5 reviews)

The world of LEGO® comes to life at this playground for the imagination.

LEGOLAND® California
Carlsbad State Beach

Carlsbad State Beach

4.5/5(4 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 seaside 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

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

Things to do

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

฿3,339
per traveller
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Carlsbad Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Carlsbad Caverns App-Based Walking Audio Tour (Not a ticket)

฿516
per traveller
Carlsbad Caverns App-Based Walking Audio Tour (Not a ticket)
Carlsbad Food Tours

Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting

฿2,631
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting
Cruise & Booze Brewery tours

Cruise & Booze Brewery tours

฿5,026
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cruise & Booze Brewery tours
Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!

Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!

฿1,417
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

฿404
per traveller
Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour
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Top hotels in La Costa

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 ฿9,606 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
฿9,606
฿12,582 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 8 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice resort"

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2025

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
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
The price is ฿4,692 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
฿4,692
฿6,341 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,066 reviews)
"I was canvassed for a property time share tour before our visit. We took part and staff were friendly but we are not interested. They ask for a $300 hold until your departure. Limited food options,Market is expensive and not well stocked. Only dinner option was ok. Had to travel to find other dinner ..."

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
La Jolla Cove Suites
La Jolla Cove Suites
3 out of 5
1155 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA
The price is ฿5,511 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
฿5,511
฿6,210 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Stay at this beach hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
The Pines Room
"The Pines room was perfect, clean, spacious. The view was beautiful."

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2025

La Jolla Cove Suites
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 ฿4,805 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
฿4,805
฿5,422 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,607 reviews)
"Closer to shopping center, restaurant and movie theater."

Reviewed on 21 Feb 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 ฿5,337 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
฿5,337
฿6,015 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
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 the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,396 reviews)
"I felt the cleanliness - lots of spider webs everywhere (12th floor near elevator lights, all around the top floor windows.) really needs to be taken care of. Check-in process was great, the guy helping us was very kind but during happy hour the staff working not so much. I understand they are providing ..."

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
3.5 out of 5
7830 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA
The price is ฿5,048 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
฿5,048
฿5,679 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,462 reviews)
"The staff are friendly. Great location. Clean. And great value for the area"

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2025

Inn By The Sea 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 San Diego Botanic Garden.

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 Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park.

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

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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

La Costa Travel Guide