La Costa Travel Guide
Carlsbad
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.
Flower Fields of Carlsbad
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Flower Fields of Carlsbad, a lovely green space in Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.
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?
Carlsbad Lagoon
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Carlsbad Lagoon might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Carlsbad.
Things to do
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Private Surf Lesson Solana Beach Ride the Waves Fletcher Cove 2hr
Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental
Solana Beach: E-Bike Tour to Torrey Pines or North Coast
Top hotels in La Costa
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
Kids friendly hotel
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
The resort was beautiful. If you are traveling just to get away, they have a lot to do on the resort itself. Villa suite was huge, beautiful, and clean. Downside is upon checking in at around 8pm, there was a HUGE line to check in that lasted over and hr long.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Great hotel, though $28 per night parking was a bit steep.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
California Suites Hotel
Clean room, plenty of towels available in lobby for everyone, nice pool and hot tub. Not the greatest neighborhood but they take good care of the place and I never felt unsafe. Bonus having a nice mini fridge and microwave in the room and AC worked well. Had plenty of room for the 2 of us and all ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hilton San Diego/Del Mar
The property is showing its age… still nice and clean. Good location
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
La Jolla Shores Hotel
Beach view and access were amazing.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Costa
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.
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 Encinitas Ranch Golf Course.
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 Batiquitos Lagoon are some notable places to visit nearby.
Poinsettia
While Poinsettia may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like LEGOLAND® California and Batiquitos Lagoon.
