- 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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Established in 2003, Leonesse Cellars is a local wine establishment which offers a range of quality wines including Syrah, Cinsault Port and other selected varietals. The in-house restaurant at the winery has a well assorted menu of flatbreads, salads and more.
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1905 N. Marshall Ave, Hangar 6, El Cajon, CA 92020
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Supported by volunteers, Air Group One - Commemorative Air Force Museum focuses on World War II and also includes exhibits featuring other wars. The museum offers artwork, photographs, uniforms, model aircraft, medals and patches.
31.7 Miles
1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
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Balboa Park is a hub of culture, art, history, entertainment, and vivid experiences. The thriving atmosphere contains attractions such as a zoo, photographic studio, miniature railroad, history, space, and art museums among many other things.
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A must-see destination in San Diego, the Botanical Building and Lily Pond is one of the most photographed sites in the area. The garden contains more than 2,100 species of plants including tropical plants, ferns, orchids, and season flower displays.
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Open for shore fishing and private boats, Lake Murray offers boat and kayak rentals. Furthermore, the area also features hiking trails, barbecue grills, picnic tables and concession stands that allow visitors to purchase a state fishing license.
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Featuring rotating exhibits, San Diego Natural History Museum showcases history from Native American culture to prehistoric creatures. The museum displays artifacts like dinosaur fossils and has 3D documentary film showings.
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Along with ample open green space, Shadow Hill Park features picnic tables, barbecue grills, a covered gazebo, a basketball court, tennis courts, and a system of trails for hiking and biking.
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With views of Lake Murray, Sunset Park has picnic areas with grills and tables scattered across an expansive grass field. There is a walking path for joggers, as well as fields and courts for basketball and soccer.
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1492 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
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One of the most exciting museums on the coast, Maritime Museum of San Diego is located on a ship. The ship is complete with living history personnel, art, ship models, sailor art, and much more.
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Comic book readers and Magic the Gathering players can find all their hobby needs at Crazy Fred's Cards & Comics. The shop also carries some collectibles and holds MTG games and tournaments almost daily.