Top rated Things to dos in Carlsbad, United States to elevate your visit (Updated April, 2024)

Top rated Things to dos in Carlsbad

Experience the best that Carlsbad has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 127 places from Things to do category.

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Waverider Helicopter Tours

Helicopter tour agency

👍👍 Booked this trip while in Oside for our Anniversary. What an incredible experience. So great to see the sunset over the ocean from the air. Got to see a huge pod of dolphins off Carlsbad. Pilot rocked it. Thanks a bunch. We'll be back. Definitely recommend these folks. You will not be sorry.

5.00 (72 reviews) (~6.57 km from centre)

Earths Elements

Gift shop

👍👍 This is my first time in California and I absolutely adored this store! Everyone here is so nice and loving and I just felt so welcomed. I loved how they have a little bit of everything.

4.90 (538 reviews) (~0.12 km from centre)

Carlsbad City Beach

Public beach

👍👍 This has always been my favorite beach whenever we visit So California. It is an excellent location with several different places to eat for lunch/dinner/snacks. There Always seems to be parking if you’re willing to drive around a little to find it. Access to the beach is direct and easy, with a few...

4.90 (232 reviews) (~0.26 km from centre)

Carlsbad State Beach

State park

👍👍 Loved this wide pale sand beach, with rolling waves that occasionally connect for long stretches. It's like dancing waters, when shore breakers are sizable. The foam jumps & dances, before plummeting back down. Surfing this beach, looked challenging...at least it did for the guy we watched. The...

4.90 (62 reviews) (~1.62 km from centre)

Carlsbad State Beach

Beach

Picturesque strip of sand known for its paved pedestrian path, volleyball nets & dolphin sightings.

4.80 (1.3K reviews) (~0.42 km from centre)

Alga Norte Park

Park

Roomy park featuring a basketball court, baseball fields & picnic areas with barbecues.

4.80 (1.3K reviews) (~9.35 km from centre)

iFLY Oceanside Indoor Skydiving

Skydiving center

👍👍 I took my 8 years old son there. He love it! Just one tip: bring some lotion, the strong wind will make your face feel super dry.

4.80 (391 reviews) (~3.81 km from centre)

California Surf Museum

Museum

Surf museum chronicles the history of the sport with exhibits of surfboards, famous surfers & more.

4.80 (342 reviews) (~5.14 km from centre)

Strand Beach

Beach

👍👍 Parking is very cheap no more then 5$ in most spots I paid 2$ for mine, most spots get taken after 12pm after that you’ll have to be finding parking around the neighborhood. There’s not much of a decline going to the beach and not much of s incline going back to your car. There’s two huge restrooms...

4.80 (278 reviews) (~5.58 km from centre)

New Village Arts

Theater company

99-seat performing-arts theater hosting musical & dramatic productions by a local ensemble group.

4.80 (167 reviews) (~0.37 km from centre)

Calavera Trail

Park

👍👍 It's a nice little hike with pretty views. Good for trail running, dog walks and mountain biking.

4.80 (117 reviews) (~6.71 km from centre)

Carlsbad State Beach

Beach

Small beach nestled amid coastal bluffs, popular for swimming, surfing, fishing & scuba diving.

4.80 (97 reviews) (~2.27 km from centre)

Grand Ave Beach Access

Hiking area

👍👍 Great place to catch the sunset. A little crowded at times. Parking is definitely easier off season.

4.80 (93 reviews) (~0.3 km from centre)

Lifeguard Tower 33

Park

👍👍 One of my family's go to jams. Easy parking and access to the beach, close to downtown Carlsbad. Especially for at low tide, when there's more beach and the rocks along the jetty are kinda like tide pools.

4.80 (87 reviews) (~1.84 km from centre)

The French Delights

Bakery

👍👍 I live in the East Coast, my son works in California and it was going to be his birthday. I wanted to get him a cake as he wouldn’t have any family with him for his birthday. Just to let him know near or far I love him. I contacted French Delights and all I can say is wow! Wonderful customer service...

4.80 (81 reviews) (~8.12 km from centre)

Ponto State Beach Jetty

Park

👍👍 Came here with my wife and my daughter and we had a great experience. Awesome views and I didnt bring a fishing pole but I bet this place would be a great spot. Plus you dont need to bring any bait!! The rocks are loaded with mussels.

4.80 (47 reviews) (~8.58 km from centre)

Clapping Circle

Cultural landmark

👍👍 Freedom of roundabouts (safely of course) #watchforparkingtickets

4.80 (42 reviews) (~6.87 km from centre)

Carlsbad State Beach Jetty

Public beach

👍 It's a good beach, has lots of sand crabs, parking is usually easy but it does cost 15 on weekdays and 20 on weekends. Always have lifeguards during the day!

4.80 (40 reviews) (~1.32 km from centre)

Batiquitos Lagoon North Bluff Trail Windrose Circle Trailhead

City park

👍👍 Amazing place of peace and serenity.

4.80 (36 reviews) (~8.29 km from centre)

The Lego Movie World

Tourist attraction

👍 The Lego Movie World is a new attraction located in various Legoland theme parks around the world, inspired by the popular Lego movie franchise. The world is a colorful, immersive experience that transports visitors to the fictional world of Bricksburg. The world is filled with various rides and at...

4.80 (31 reviews) (~4.9 km from centre)

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Top rated Things to dos in Carlsbad, United States