Popular places to visit
LEGOLAND® California
The world of LEGO® comes to life at this playground for the imagination.
Carlsbad State Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carlsbad State Beach during your travels in Carlsbad? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
South Carlsbad State Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Carlsbad State Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?
Tamarack Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?
La Costa Golf Courses - North and South
Play a round of golf in Carlsbad at La Costa Golf Courses - North and South, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Carlsbad Premium Outlets
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Carlsbad Premium Outlets during your trip to Carlsbad. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the surfing spots.
Things to do
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr
Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour
Solana Beach: 2 Hour Electric Bike Rental with Map
Top hotels in La Costa
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
Great hotel
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Nice pool area
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Clean
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
Just what you’d expect from an Embassy Suites. No glitz, no glamour, just a room.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
California Suites Hotel
Beautiful place I’m going back for sure
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Diego North, CA
The room was clean ,and the staff were great.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around La Costa
Rancho Ponderosa
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rancho Ponderosa and surrounding area, you can visit La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and Moonlight State Beach.
La Costa Oaks South
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in La Costa Oaks South and surrounding area, you can visit La Costa Golf Courses - North and South and Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park.
Bressi Ranch
While Bressi Ranch may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park and LEGOLAND® California.
Aviara
If you're spending some time in Aviara, Batiquitos Lagoon and Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center are top sights worth seeing.
Spinnaker Hill
While Spinnaker Hill isn't home to many top sights, LEGOLAND® California and South Carlsbad State Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
City Center
If you're spending some time in City Center, The Crossings at Carlsbad and Flower Fields of Carlsbad are top sights worth seeing.
