Guidebook for Carlsbad
Food Scene
Tin Leaf Fresh Kitchen
6985 El Camino RealFresh food from local gardens.
Everything Else
Established in 1931, GIA is the world’s foremost authority on diamonds, colored stones, and pearls. A public benefit, nonprofit institute, GIA is the leading source of knowledge, standards, and education in gems and jewelry.
19 locals recommend
Gemological Institute of America
5345 Armada DrEstablished in 1931, GIA is the world’s foremost authority on diamonds, colored stones, and pearls. A public benefit, nonprofit institute, GIA is the leading source of knowledge, standards, and education in gems and jewelry.
Sightseeing
Take yourself out of the ordinary and spend a few hours in one of nature’s wonders; a place where kids can run and adults can linger. This 50 acres of extraordinary color, better known as The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch®, is in bloom on a hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean and offers a special nursery, garden, and gift shop by Armstrong Garden Centers in addition to festivals throughout the season. March 1st - May 14th.
172 locals recommend
The Flower Fields
5704 Paseo Del NorteTake yourself out of the ordinary and spend a few hours in one of nature’s wonders; a place where kids can run and adults can linger. This 50 acres of extraordinary color, better known as The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch®, is in bloom on a hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean and offers a special nursery, garden, and gift shop by Armstrong Garden Centers in addition to festivals throughout the season. March 1st - May 14th.
This San Diego beach features swimming, surfing, skin diving, fishing and picnicking. The large bluff-top campground is very popular, especially in summer. Stairs lead to the beach.
51 locals recommend
South Carlsbad State Beach
This San Diego beach features swimming, surfing, skin diving, fishing and picnicking. The large bluff-top campground is very popular, especially in summer. Stairs lead to the beach.
Old Carlsbad in the Village. Lots of little stores and restaurants along the way.
158 locals recommend
Carlsbad Village
Old Carlsbad in the Village. Lots of little stores and restaurants along the way.
Entertainment & Activities
LEGOLAND® California Resort includes LEGOLAND California, SEA LIFE® Aquarium, LEGOLAND Water Park and LEGOLAND Hotel. All are geared for families with children between the ages of 2 and 12.
1249 locals recommend
LEGOLAND California
One Legoland DrLEGOLAND® California Resort includes LEGOLAND California, SEA LIFE® Aquarium, LEGOLAND Water Park and LEGOLAND Hotel. All are geared for families with children between the ages of 2 and 12.
Luxury at it's best. Reclining seats and order food and drinks right at your seat during the movie.
87 locals recommend
Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas La Costa Paseo Real
6941 El Camino RealLuxury at it's best. Reclining seats and order food and drinks right at your seat during the movie.
Arts & Culture
Tracing the development of American musical instruments and styles through the 19th and 20th centuries. Fascinating, interactive museum offers a unique take on popular culture.
56 locals recommend
Museum of Making Music
5790 Armada DrTracing the development of American musical instruments and styles through the 19th and 20th centuries. Fascinating, interactive museum offers a unique take on popular culture.
Parks & Nature
Secluded & meticulously-landscaped park is home to peacocks, bird of paradise & more.
38 locals recommend
Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park
6200 Flying Leo Carrillo LnSecluded & meticulously-landscaped park is home to peacocks, bird of paradise & more.
Shopping
Carlsbad Premium Outlets
5620 Paseo Del Norteshopping experience is at a whole new level
Bressi Ranch
Grocery stores and many restaurants