Olde Carlsbad Travel Guide

Carlsbad

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Photo by Kristin Patton
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Photo by Melissa Nichole

Popular places to visit

Legoland California featuring rides

LEGOLAND® California

3.5/5(5 reviews)

The world of LEGO® comes to life at this playground for the imagination.

LEGOLAND® California
Carlsbad State Beach

Carlsbad State Beach

4.5/5(4 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
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
Tamarack Beach

Tamarack Beach

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

Tamarack Beach

The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall during your stay in Carlsbad.

The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall

Holiday Park

After visiting Holiday Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carlsbad. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Holiday Park

Things to do

LEGOLAND® California Resort

LEGOLAND® California Resort

฿3,532
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

฿1,847
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

฿247
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission
Beachside Moped Rentals

Beachside Moped Rentals

฿4,828
per adult
Beachside Moped Rentals
1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside

1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside

฿3,208
per adult
1 Hour Shared Parasailing Adventure in Oceanside
Encinitas Food Tour

Encinitas Food Tour

฿2,527
per adult
Encinitas Food Tour
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Top hotels in Olde Carlsbad

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
2.5 out of 5
3700 Pio Pico Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is ฿3,762 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿3,762
฿4,221 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad
Hyland Inn Near Legoland
Hyland Inn Near Legoland
3 out of 5
3570 Pio Pico Drive, Carlsbad, CA
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Brought my daughter along with me on a business trip and stayed a few extra days longer than normal. Will definitely come back again, super clean, safe, friendly front desk. Couldn’t ask for anything else."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2025

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Hyland Inn Near Legoland
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA
The price is ฿5,552 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿5,552
฿6,327 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,145 reviews)
"Easy access to great eateries, supermarkets. Close proximity to UCSD where we attended graduation. Area is not crowded/traffic during the weekends that we visited. Great place to stay."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
3 out of 5
760 Macadamia Dr, Carlsbad, CA
The price is ฿4,571 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿4,571
฿5,161 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,467 reviews)
"Great Hotel Nice rooms great breakfast front desk personal were very nice and helped me and my family with whatever they needed"

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
3.5 out of 5
8860 Lawrence Welk Dr, Escondido, CA
Stay at this spa hotel in Escondido. Enjoy free parking, 8 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,269 reviews)
"Our place was not equipped with much kitchen cookware"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

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Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
The Encinitan Hotel & Suites
3 out of 5
85 Encinitas Boulevard, Encinitas, CA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Encinitas. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (971 reviews)
"Nice quiet hotel with great views and large balconies with table and chairs. I usually stay here when I come to the area for meetings. Mostly families heading to Legoland and local parks."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Olde Carlsbad

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Barrio

Barrio might not have many top sights, but Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Barrio
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Carlsbad Village

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Carlsbad Village, Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Carlsbad Village
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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
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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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Calavera Hills

While Calavera Hills isn't home to many top sights, Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation and LEGOLAND® California are some notable places to visit nearby.

Calavera Hills
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Calavera Hills Village

While Calavera Hills Village isn't home to many top sights, Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation and LEGOLAND® California are some notable places to visit nearby.

Calavera Hills Village

Olde Carlsbad Travel Guide