Carlsbad, or "Village by the Sea," is located 35 miles north of San Diego and sits between Oceanside to the north and Leucadia to the south. Some noteable features of Carlsbad are the seven miles of quality beaches, South Carlsbad Beach Campground, Carlsbad Beach Seawall, Carlsbad Flower Fields, rolling hills, quaint Carlsbad Village shopping district, LEGOLAND, a regional shopping mall, and two lagoons.
ACTIVITY HUBS
Carlsbad State Beach Activity Hub
Carlsbad State Beach (Tamarack Beach), Carlsbad Village. Events: Carlsbad Village Faire, Carlsbad Art in the Village
South Carlsbad State Beach Activity Hub
South Carlsbad State Beach, South Ponto Beach, South Carlsbad State Beach Campground
CARLSBAD BEACHES
Carlsbad State Beach (Tamarack Beach)
South Carlsbad State Beach
Miles of wide sandy beaches. Beautiful scenic drive along Hwy 101. Seawall oceanfront walkway.
SHORELINE CAMPGROUNDS
South Carlsbad State Beach Campground
This large campground sits atop a bluff, overlooking the ocean and is very popular, especially in summer.
RESERVES / NATURE CENTERS
Batiquitos Lagoon
Home to many plants, birds, and fish, the 610-acre lagoon has a nature trail on the north side.
Batiquitos Lagoon Nature Center
Impressive animal and plant displays; Maps, books, and diagrams about the lagoon. Tours, lectures.
Agua Hedionda Lagoon
Recreational & commercial uses are permitted, yet the lagoon is a healthy, tidal body.
Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Center
Promotes the environmental protection of the lagoon; provides lectures, tours and outreach programs.
RECREATION / WATERSPORTS
K1 Speed Carlsbad
The largest indoor karting centers on the west coast.
European style racing, emission free electric karts.
AMUSEMENT PARKS
LEGOLAND®
More than 50 rides, shows and attractions. The theme park is especially appealing to young families.
MUSEUMS / HISTORICAL PLACES
Historical Magee Park
Furnished in a turn of the century style, the life style of the early settlers who had once owned the house.
Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park
A collection of original buildings that make up part of the Old California-style working rancho.
Museum of Making Music
Explores the history of the American music from its beginnings in the 1890s to today.
SHOPPING AREAS
Carlsbad Premium Outlet
Over 90 upscale designer and name brand outlet stores offering everyday savings of 25% to 65%.
The Forum, Carlsbad
Village-like atmosphere. Outdoor plaza. Upscale boutique, clothing, home decor, restaurants.
Carlsbad Village By-the-Sea
Small town charm with tree lined streets and sidewalks, great for walking. Great getaway.
FARMERS' MARKETS
Carlsbad Village Farmers' Market
Located in Carlsbad Village, the farmers' market has four celebrations each year to mark the seasons.
OTHER ATTRACTIONS
The Flower Fields At Carlsbad Ranch
A fifty-acre hillside that overlooks the ocean and comes out in full bloom for six to eight weeks a year.
Witch Creek Winery
Focuses on handcrafted wines that it typifies as rich, full-bodied and well-balanced.
Biplane, Air Combat, & Warbird Adventures
Step into a vintage plane for one of San Diego's most unique sightseeing tours.
HOTELS
Carlsbad Hotels, Carlsbad Boutique Hotels, Carlsbad Beach Hotels
LEGOLAND hotel resorts. Quaint boutique hotels in Carlsbad Village. Several hotels within a block of the beach. One beachfront hotel.
EVENTS
Carlsbad Village Faire
Sunday, May 4, 2008
Sunday, November 2, 2008
Over 850 vendors: arts & crafts, antiques, clothing, children's rides, an international food center and more.
Carlsbad TGIF Jazz in the Parks
June 20 - August 22, 2008
Summer in Carlsbad means TGIF Jazz in the Parks - a tradition that has truly become an integral part of the community's life.
Carlsbad Art in the Village
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Over 200 of the finest arts and crafts vendors in the most beautiful of settings in the Village of Carlsbad.
Carlsbad Music Festival
September 19 - 26, 2008
Cutting-edge, world-class musicians premiering new works and performing fresh and compelling music.
Carlsbad ArtSplash
Sept 20-21, 2008
ArtSplash is an exciting chalk art festival that is an “Arts Adventure For All Ages!” It will include food, music and art exhibits.
Carlsbad Rotary Oktoberfest
October 6, 2008
German food, live music, polka dancing, face painting, antique fire engines and a giant pumpkin patch.
Carlsbad Marathon and a Half
January 2009 (TBA)
The Marathon courses are along the beautiful northern San Diego coastline on a spectacular course.
