Popular places to visit
LEGOLAND® California
Ride on a pirate ship, see famous people and wild animals in yellow-block form, or simply enjoy the scenery at this huge resort which brings LEGO® to life.
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
Solana Beach: Beach Cruiser Full-Day Bike Rental
Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!
Top hotels in La Costa
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
Grounds are beautiful, rooms are redone but feel worn in. Staff were lovely. Food is mediocre.
Reviewed on 14 Dec, 2025
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
I did not use the bar or restaurant but the hotel was clean and all of the staff was wonderful.
Reviewed on 20 Dec, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
I enjoyed my stay! My room was clean, spacious, and the facilities were all up to date! Front desk Payton was amazing and all the staff were welcoming! I will definitely be going back if I am in Del Mar! Thank you !!
Reviewed on 20 Dec, 2025
California Suites Hotel
Ok
Reviewed on 21 Dec, 2025
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Great hotel! Very clean, friendly staff, and easily walkable to several restaurants and shops. Very close to the shore.
Reviewed on 17 Dec, 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego La Jolla
There is a large group of students staying at the hotel that were quite disruptive, and the staff could not control them. Just their loud boisterous conduct was unbecoming of a embassy suite hotel
Reviewed on 20 Dec, 2025
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 Moonlight State Beach.
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.
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 The Crossings at Carlsbad.
