South Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

South Carlsbad State Beach

South Carlsbad State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Carlsbad State Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?

South Carlsbad State Beach
Legoland California which includes rides

LEGOLAND® California

4/5(9 reviews)

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.

LEGOLAND® California
Carlsbad State Beach

Carlsbad State Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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.

Carlsbad State Beach
Tamarack Beach

Tamarack Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad? Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Tamarack Beach

North Ponto Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Ponto Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?

North Ponto Beach

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

4.5/5(8 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Carlsbad Premium Outlets during your trip to Carlsbad. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or seek out the surfing spots.

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

Activities

Carlsbad Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour

Carlsbad Caverns App-Based Walking Audio Tour (Not a ticket)

AU$24
Per adult
Carlsbad Caverns App-Based Walking Audio Tour (Not a ticket)
LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

AU$122
Per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

AU$88
Per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Historic Arch, Old Mission San Luis Rey

Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission

AU$12
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

AU$231
Per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
Encinitas Food Tour

Encinitas Food Tour

AU$121
Per adult
Encinitas Food Tour
See all activities in Carlsbad

Our pick of the best South Beach Hotel Deals

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
2.5 out of 5
760 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is AU$143 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$143
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,464 reviews)
"Staff are very friendly, nice location close to Carlsbad State Park. Older Inn, in need of updates in room. Beds are comfortable, bathroom very old. Breakfast was fairly good."

Reviewed on 25 Nov. 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
2 out of 5
750 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA
The price is AU$104 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$104
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this motel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (1,543 reviews)
"This is our favorite Motel 6 of them all, really really cool place to stay"

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
4.5 out of 5
1 Ponto Rd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is AU$335 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$335
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Here for business stayed for 1 night. Rooms were clean but well used and need some simple maintenance attention to fix most of the issues. Other than that the rest of the facility was quite pleasant"

Reviewed on 14 Nov. 2024

Cape Rey Carlsbad Beach, a Hilton Resort & Spa
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
4 out of 5
6450 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA
The price is AU$289 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
AU$289
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"We enjoyed sitting in the courtyard by the fire and the easy access to the beach across the street. Would be nice if your stay included a complimentary continental breakfast."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach, an IHG Hotel
2.5 out of 5
751 Raintree Drive, Carlsbad, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$153 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
AU$153
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"It was just a 2 nite stay while our house was be termited. It fit the bill for us"

Reviewed on 14 Nov. 2024

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Carlsbad Beach, an IHG Hotel
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
2.5 out of 5
751 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is AU$170 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$170
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
Frequent visitors
"Personnel always friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 16 Nov. 2024

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea
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Other neighbourhoods around South Beach

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Hanover Beach Colony

While Hanover Beach Colony 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 South Carlsbad State Beach.

Hanover Beach Colony
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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.

Spinnaker Hill
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Aviara

If you're spending some time in Aviara, Poinsettia Park and Batiquitos Lagoon are top sights worth seeing.

Aviara
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Terramar

When in Terramar, you can plan a visit to LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad Premium Outlets, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Terramar
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Hedionda Point

When in Hedionda Point, you can plan a visit to LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad Lagoon, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hedionda Point
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North Beach

While visiting North Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Tamarack Beach and Carlsbad State Beach.

North Beach

South Beach Travel Guide

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