- Our list of the best things to do in Carlsbad, California, features the top 286 nearby activities — including 130 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Carlsbad, CA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Entertainment & Shows, Food & Drink, and Sports & Fitness.
- The results below include the top 30 things to do within the city of Carlsbad, CA , followed by 256 popular activities in nearby cities, including La Jolla, Escondido, Oceanside, Fallbrook, Poway, Encinitas, Vista, San Marcos, Del Mar, San Clemente, Ramona, San Diego, Temecula, Murrieta and Coronado
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18.3 Miles
Considered to be one of the most prominent rail-trails in the area, the San Clemente Beach Trail hugs the ocean shoreline and is situated next to the Amtrak rail line. The trail has a boardwalk-style bridge over sensitive beach habitat near the Pier Bowl trailhead.
18.4 Miles
Home to stately shady trees, lush green grass land and picnic tables is Mayflower Dog Park. The park offers a safe, fenced in area for dogs to run and play off leash.
18.6 Miles
79%
14 votes
11480 North Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, CA 92037
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A place both to be in nature and to relax, The Spa at Torrey Pines has a lot to offer. Come in from a hike around the premises and indulge in a sauna or refreshing shower.
18.6 Miles
88%
467 votes
11480 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037
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The Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla is located on coastal cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean. It is a world-renowned facility offering two scenic championship 18-hole courses.
18.9 Miles
With 20 miles of trails for hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians, Daley Ranch comprises several natural habitats including grassland, coastal sage scrub, and oak woodlands, alongside historical buildings and views of Escondido.
19.0 Miles
82%
343 votes
13455 San Pasqual Road, Escondido, CA 92025
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Orfila Winery is a fine tasting room in Escondido. Ten dollars gets you six pours of their delicious wine.
19.3 Miles
94%
1076 votes
2800 Torrey Pines Scenic Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
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Torrey Pines Glideport is a haven of paragliders. Go to paraglide yourself or to watch the adventure in action.
19.4 Miles
With views from of its cliffs out over the Pacific Ocean, Black's Beach is a place for surfing, campfires, walking, and playing in the sea. Sand volleyball courts and nets are set up for visitors to enjoy.
19.9 Miles
Featuring air soft and paintball fields filled with obstacles, Mr. Paintball USA offers equipment like helmets, paint guns, and more. Each game has a referee monitoring it who provides tips on how to play.
20.1 Miles
A small park distinguished by a creek running along its edge, Valle Verde Park features sports fields, a playground for younger kids with play structures and swings, and picnic and cookout areas.