- 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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26.8 Miles
Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt: San Clemente promises visitors a unique and memorable mystery scavenger hunt experience. Teams receive packets of clues and riddles and compete to solve murders along Laguna Beach.
27.0 Miles
17948 California 67, Ramona, CA 92065
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Featuring a charming patio, the Salerno Winery is a family-owned boutique winery. The winery serves appetizer along with a variety of their best varietals including a range of deep reds and crisp, fruity whites.
27.1 Miles
87%
1912 votes
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Mission Beach
Mission Boulevard at Garnet Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109
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With a unique SoCal vibe, Mission Beach is called the west coast's Atlantic City. The area has hot dog stands, surfing, plenty of clean sand, street performance, and a lively night scene.
27.1 Miles
21%
19 votes
641 Camino De Los Mares, San Clemente, CA 92673
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Popular first-run Hollywood films are presented at Krikorian Premiere Theatres throughout the week with certain bargain ticket times. There are six individual auditoriums, a full snack bar, and select movies shown in Digital 3DX.
27.2 Miles
96%
188 votes
39400 Clinton Keith Road, Murrieta, CA
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At Santa Rosa Plateau Ecological Reserve, visitors can go walking, hiking, biking, and horseback riding. The location offers interpretive trail walks, outreach programs, interpretive programs, and views of historic adobe buildings.
27.3 Miles
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Belmont Park
SPECIAL GROUPON DEAL: Up to 67% Off Arcade Powercards and Mini Golf at Belmont Park
3146 Mission Boulevard Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109
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Situated along a Pacific beachfront, Belmont Park is an amusement park and family fun center with rides, food, games, and even shopping and exercise areas. The park is open daily throughout the summer, with family and group rates available.
27.3 Miles
Temecula’s Temeku Cinemas is part of the Tristone Cinema chain of discount movie theaters. The theater shows a combination of second-run Hollywood films and classic movies, and is available for group rentals.
27.4 Miles
Visitors of Pines Park can go snorkeling, scuba diving, wind surfing, fishing, geocaching, and wildlife viewing. Not only does the location offer access to bike trails, but it also contains a picnic area.
27.5 Miles
The Pole Position Raceway accommodates competitive go-kart racers of all ages. The facilities are state-of-the-art and fume free. Walk-in visitors are welcome, in addition to reserved birthday parties, team building, and other private events.
27.7 Miles
80%
15 votes
14905 Mussey Grade Rd. (on Mahogany Ranch Road), Ramona, CA 92065
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Family owned and operated, Mahogany Mountain Vineyard and Winery is a small winery that handcrafts a variety of wines from organic, hand-picked grapes. They welcome visitors, and host regular tasting hours.