Things to Do in Carlsbad, CA: Zoo, Beach, Rides & Legoland

Explore the best things to do and attractions to see in Carlsbad, CA with a stay at our boutique hotel, giving you easy access to experience it all. Take your family to enjoy over 60 rides, shows, and a water park at Legoland. Spend a full day soaking up the rays, swimming, or surfing at Tamarack Surf Beach. Get out to the Flower Fields from March 1 to May 10 for a fun and inspirational day on the Carlsbad Ranch. Be sure to carve out time for one of the west coast's top outlet malls at Carlsbad Premium Outlets where you can find the best deals on some of the best designer brands. Of course, no trip to San Diego is complete without a day at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. When the day is done, treat yourself to a meal at any eateries that San Diego has to offer and come back to our hotel for a good night's rest.

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Legoland

Bring the whole family to marvel at the incredible plastic sculptures and epic scenes of Star Wars movies.

Category: Family / Kids

Tamarack Surf Beach

Swim, surf, scuba dive, and catch the warm rays, or jog along a paved pathway at Tamarack Surf Beach.

Category: Activities

The Flower Fields (Open Seasonally)

Explore the stunning display of ranunculus flowers scattered throughout the 50-acre field on the Carlsbad Ranch.

Category: Attractions

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

Get some retail therapy as you look for the best bargains on top designer brands like COACH and Michael Kors.

Category: Shopping & Nightlife

San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Get up close and personal with giraffes, rhinos, buffalo, bears, tigers, and koalas at this exciting 1,800 acre zoo.

Category: Family / Kids