- TripBuzz found 232 things to do with kids in or near San Marcos, California, including 215 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Poway, Carlsbad, La Jolla and Santee.
- From Invasion Laser Tag to Liz Bolton Stables, the San Marcos area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Dog Park, Golf and Horseback Riding.
- Situated along Lake San Marcos, the city of San Marcos, California is an inland city in the states southern region. A tourist destination for lake activities and local attractions, its also popular for it's close proximity to beachside cities such as Carlsbad and Encinitas. The city is known for serving up some of the best cuisine in the county along Old California Restaurant Row.
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7.5 Miles
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Kit Carson Park, 3333 Bear Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025
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Queen Califia's Magical Circle Garden is the only American sculpture garden. The garden consists of nine large-scale sculptures, a circular 'snake wall' and maze entryway, sculpturally integrated bench seating and native shrubs and trees.
7.7 Miles
The tranquil atmosphere at the Aviara Golf Club in Carlsbad, California draws golfers from throughout the United States. The Club features a championship golf course with huge water hazards and tricky sand traps, a fine restaurant, immaculate landscaping and a pro shop. Golf instruction is also available.
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2040 North Santa Fe Road, Vista, CA 92084
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A glimpse into the mechanical past, the Antique Gas & Steam Museum in Vista, California provides over 50 acres of engine related exhibits. Visitors can view these working engines while learning there applications to history.
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With 100 acres developed for use, Kit Carson Park is home to walking trails, gardens, ponds, playground areas, multiple sports fields, and a sports complex with a skate park, roller hockey arenas, soccer areas, and a disc golf course
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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.
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Vista Sports Park features a variety of well-maintained, state of the art sports fields, including football fields, soccer fields, and little league baseball fields. The park also has a walking track that circles it.
7.9 Miles
Castle Creek Golf Course is a well-designed course with scenic views. They host banquets and wedding parties on their premises, as well.
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1275 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024
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Visitors of the Encinitas Ranch Golf Course will be able to play on a golf course with five sets of tees. The site also features a 6,000-square-foot clubhouse that offers a full bar, a cafe, ocean views, and a stone fireplace for guests to enjoy.
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Legoland California is a theme park resort featuring 60 rides, a water park, an aquarium and hotel. It is a popular vacation destination for families with small children and for Lego fans of all ages.
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One of the most popular parts of Legoland in Carlsbad, California is the Sea Life Aquarium. The aquarium contains thousands of exotic fish and aquatic mammals, including sharks, colorful anemones, playful seals and exotic crustaceans.