- 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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27.7 Miles
Crafting its own wines, Seven Meadows Vineyard produces wines featuring Syrah, Zinfandel, Mourvedre and Grenache Noir. The vineyard also makes pear wine and jam from pears grown on the property as well as craft beer.
27.8 Miles
The Las Ramblas Trail is a 3.5 mile dirt trail that can be hiked year-round. It has a variety of inclines to suit both the novice and advanced hiker, allows dogs and bicycles and offers sweeping views of the coast.
27.8 Miles
91%
11 votes
26305 Jefferson Ave, Ste G, Murrieta, CA 92562
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With a pride in the motivational environment they've created, Cartwheels Gymnastics Center teaches from basic motor skill development to the elite competitive classes. With a tumbling and trampoline team, cheer classes, and day camps, every child has a place.
27.8 Miles
52%
109 votes
40750 Winchester Road, Temecula, CA 92591
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A movie theater with an IMAX 3D auditorium, Edwards Temecula Stadium 15 & IMAX displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, mobile ticketing and a snack bar with food and drinks.
28.3 Miles
100%
23 votes
1548 Quivira Way, San Diego, CA 92109
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There's nothing like the peaceful serenity of open water in a kayak, which is water Aqua Adventures Kayaks & Paddleboards offers. Visitors can paddle to La Jolla Sea Caves or visit Coronado Islands for an unforgettable water adventure.
28.4 Miles
89%
61 votes
33401 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Spread over 8,000 acres, the Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park is situated within the western coastal Santa Ana Mountains. The park offers a Nature Center, bike trails, horseback riding trails, children's playground, and hiking trails.
28.5 Miles
100%
1 votes
Equestrian Cir, Santee, CA 92071
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Providing access to trails, East Fortuna Equestrian Staging Area offers numerous amenities for horseback riders. Besides ample parking, visitors have access to both picnic facilities and horse corrals. Bicycling and hiking is also permitted here.
28.6 Miles
80%
10 votes
9310 Fanita Parkway, Santee, CA 92071
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Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve is a 190 acre park and campground with seven lakes located within. Dogs are not allowed but visitors can enjoy other activities like camping, fishing, picnics, bird watching, boating and biking.
28.7 Miles
Named for the calm waters, Baby Beach offers a no wake zone with buoys marking the protected swim area. Kayaking and paddle boarding are popular activities. Lifeguards are seasonal. Parking is free.
28.7 Miles
Providing an hour-long trip to Catalina Island, the Catalina Express offers scenic views as riders travel across the waters. The location provides free rides to those who are celebrating their birthday.