Things to Do with Kids in Carlsbad, CA

  • TripBuzz found 216 things to do with kids in or near Carlsbad, California, including 193 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Poway, Oceanside, La Jolla and Encinitas.
  • From Carlsbad State Beach to SoCal Surf Lessons, the Carlsbad area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: Surfing Lessons, Movie Theaters, Beaches and Dog Park.
  • Carlsbad is situated on the north end of San Diego County only 35 miles from the city of San Diego itself. When regenerative spring water was found at the town in the 1880s, it quickly transitioned into a resort destination. The city maintains its resort roots as a popular oceanfront destination for those wanting to enjoy ocean activities and relaxation.
  • TripBuzz found 216 things to do with kids in or near Carlsbad, California, including 193 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Poway, Oceanside, La Jolla and Encinitas.
  • From Carlsbad State Beach to SoCal Surf Lessons, the Carlsbad area offers 115 different types of family activities, including: Surfing Lessons, Movie Theaters, Beaches and Dog Park.
  • Carlsbad is situated on the north end of San Diego County only 35 miles from the city of San Diego itself. When regenerative spring water was found at the town in the 1880s, it quickly transitioned into a resort destination. The city maintains its resort roots as a popular oceanfront destination for those wanting to enjoy ocean activities and relaxation.
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29.3 Miles
92% 13 votes
History Museums 645 Main Street, Ramona, CA 92065 MoreLess Info
Visitors can explore the cultural history of the Santa Maria Valley at the Guy B Woodward Museum. The museum is a complex of quaint shops, historical buildings, and antique exhibits.
29.3 Miles
97% 800 votes
Dolphin Tours 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629 MoreLess Info
Capt. Dave's Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari is located in Southern California, where there are more dolphins and blue whales than anywhere else. Use the eye-to-eye viewing pod to go under water during the whale watch without getting wet.
29.3 Miles
84% 2768 votes
National & State Parks San Diego Avenue at Twiggs Street, San Diego, CA MoreLess Info
Commemorating the history of San Diego, Old Town San Diego Historic Park features a mix of preserved historic buildings and a variety of small museums. It also features restaurants and souvenir shops.
29.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 33222 Via Mayor, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 MoreLess Info
Located within a quiet and peaceful residential area, Mission Bell Park is a park featuring a number of amenities for guests to enjoy. These amenities include a playground structure, a large open area, and a lot of shade.
29.3 Miles
86% 14 votes
Paddleboarding 34451 Ensenada Pl, Dana Point, CA 92629 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1987, Westwind Sailing works in partnership with the Orange County Sailing & Event Center to teach safe and responsible boating and sailing techniques to the public. The group offers a variety of sailing classes.
29.3 Miles
58% 48 votes
Movie Theaters 41090 California Oaks Road, Murrieta, CA 92562 MoreLess Info
Reading Cinemas is a 17 screen movie theater that features stadium seating and shows classic films on Thursday nights. They also show older films on select Sundays and will solicit requests form the audience for their classic film schedule.
29.3 Miles
60% 5 votes
Playgrounds Corner of Murrieta Hot Springs Rd & Whitewood Road, Murrieta, CA 92562 MoreLess Info
Firefighters Park offers a variety of recreational activities including two half basketball courts that are slanted. There is a sand volleyball court, an open field that is often used for pee-wee football and freeze-tag along with a mini-water park.
29.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
History Museums 645 Main Street, Ramona, CA 92065 MoreLess Info
Operated by the Ramona Historical Society the Guy B Woodward Musem maintains collections and archives pertaining to the culture of the old West. The museum has a variety of exhibits, including antiques and artifacts, and has a gift shop.
29.4 Miles
77% 140 votes
Historic Sites 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629 MoreLess Info
The Ocean Institute features 61 immersion-style programs that offer guests the chance to learn about marine science and the environment. The location offers access to a gift shop for those who wish to purchase souvenirs.
29.4 Miles
92% 696 votes
Historic Sites 2510 Juan Street, San Diego, CA MoreLess Info
The Mormon Battalion Historic Site is significant in both U.S. and Mormon history. Discover why the group of men and women joined the Army and marched from Iowa to San Diego.
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