- 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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Classic sub sandwiches star at this deli, including turkey avocado, oven-roasted chicken, and an Italian loaded with four kinds of meat
15.8 Miles
86%
177 votes
113 E Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025
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Featuring 8 craft beers on draft, Intertwined Bistro & Wine Bar offers visitors a variety of wines to sample from countries like Italy, New Zealand, and Argentina. The staff is knowledgeable about wine pairings and helps make recommendations.
15.9 Miles
201 East Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92030
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As a professional theater, Patio Playhouse showcases a mix of Broadway musicals and Shakespeare plays for the community to enjoy. During the summer, the theater company hosts performances in an outdoor amphitheater.
15.9 Miles
67%
195 votes
201 E Grand Ave, Ste 1A, Escondido, CA 92025
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Located in downtown Escondido, Vinz Wine Bar & Tasting Room offers a variety of wines for visitors to sample, as well as an array of unusual and creative dishes. The wine bar offers frequent specials.
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Silk Skin Waxing Salon, located in Escondido, is a salon that offers a specialized service in Brazilian waxing, besides the basic waxing procedures. The rooms are clean and well-maintained and the staff is professional and skilled at their work. Prices are affordable.
16.4 Miles
An oak tree forest once inhabited by Native Americans, Live Oak Park is situated on 27 acres and features facilities for basketball, soccer, volleyball and softball. The park provides playgrounds, restrooms, picnic areas and an amphitheater.
16.5 Miles
Fallbrook Brewing is a local brew-pub with causal and comfortable atmosphere. The wood bar and stools are comfortable, while the staff members are prompt and courteous.
16.5 Miles
86%
7 votes
123 West AlvaradoStreet, Fallbrook, CA
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Tourists can view jewels found in local mines at the Fallbrook Gem & Mineral Museum. Along with a diverse collection of gems and minerals, the museum has a gift shop where many treasures can be purchased.
16.5 Miles
92%
88 votes
2940 Reche Road, Fallbrook, CA 92028
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With an assortment of antiques and sculptures shown on the property, Myrtle Creek Botanical Gardens & Nursery features 10,000 plant species available for purchase. The nursery also has a cafe that incorporates locally grown produce into its dishes.
16.5 Miles
Fallbrook Art Center is a collection of a guild of artists who push the limits of art and offer a wide array of exhibitions. Both collectors and browsers are welcome to peruse the various paintings, pottery, prints, and glasswork.
16.6 Miles
Formerly a movie theater, Fallbrook's Mission Theatre is now a performing arts venue that hosts a variety of live musical and theatrical productions. The theater offers dance and drama classes, as well.