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

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

4/5(17 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

Things to do

Carlsbad Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

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

฿530
per traveller
Carlsbad Caverns App-Based Walking Audio Tour (Not a ticket)
Cruise & Booze Brewery tours

Cruise & Booze Brewery tours

฿5,160
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cruise & Booze Brewery tours
Carlsbad Food Tours

Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting

฿2,701
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting
Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!

Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!

฿1,455
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

฿415
per traveller
Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

฿1,943
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
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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 ฿9,527 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
฿9,527
฿12,521 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Great customer service, great food and drinks and very well kept!"

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2025

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
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 ฿4,884 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
฿4,884
฿5,512 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Feb - 8 Feb
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! (1,564 reviews)
"Front desk working 24/7"

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2025

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt
MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt
4.5 out of 5
201 N Myers St, Oceanside, CA
The price is ฿7,987 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
฿7,987
฿10,878 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (485 reviews)
"Awesome stay!"

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2025

MISSION PACIFIC BEACH RESORT, part of JdV by Hyatt
The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
4 out of 5
101 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA
The price is ฿8,800 per night from 6 Feb to 7 Feb
฿8,800
฿11,800 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (512 reviews)
"Amazing experience"

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2025

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
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 ฿5,683 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
฿5,683
฿6,404 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
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! (1,373 reviews)
"Delightful stay with our dog and friends,close proximity to West Field UTC makes it a great location"

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
La Jolla Cove Suites
La Jolla Cove Suites
3 out of 5
1155 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA
The price is ฿3,538 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
฿3,538
฿3,987 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
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)
"Super clean. Great staff. Great rooms. Couldnt of asked for a better place to stay during my first trip to California"

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2025

La Jolla Cove Suites
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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 San Diego Botanic Garden 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 San Diego Botanic Garden 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

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Aviara, Poinsettia Park and Batiquitos Lagoon 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 Poinsettia Park 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