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Cool Things to Do in Carlsbad, CA – Beaches Carlsbad, California is a family-friendly beach town located about 35 miles north of San Diego. Many families know it as the home of LEGOLAND California Resort. However, We have a lot of other fun activities too, making it worthwhile to check out the things to do in Carlsbad, CA and possibly make Carlsbad your base for your next Southern California vacation. Beaches in Carlsbad: List of Things to Do in Carlsbad, CA- Beaches North Carlsbad Beaches Address: Pine Avenue to Oceanside Border Carlsbad, CA 92008 Carlsbad State Beach Address: 7201 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA 92008 Tamarack-State Beach Address: Carlsbad Blvd & Tamarack Ave Carlsbad, CA 92008 Terramar Beach Address: 5399 County Highway S21 Carlsbad, CA 92008 South Carlsbad State Beach Address: 7106 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad, CA 92011 South Ponto Beach Address: Carlsbad Blvd north of La Costa…

Historic Village Food & Wine Tour Stroll through Carlsbad Village to discover specialty shops and charming restaurants featuring Californian, Italian, and Mexican cuisine. Bask in the warm sunlight and taste your way through town, soaking up the coastal atmosphere as a professional guide provides insight into Carlsbad’s history, that is what  Historic Village Food & Wine Tour is all about. Meet up with your tour guide at the corner of State Street and Grand Avenue near the fountain, and then head out to explore the locally owned boutiques and Victorian architecture that make Carlsbad Village the heart and soul of Carlsbad, California. Discover the area’s rich history as your guide takes you off the beaten path to share a local’s perspective of this coastal community. As you traipse between old-fashioned storefronts and beloved eateries, sample some of Carlsbad’s finest culinary…

Visit Carlsbad and Start Having Some Fun Carlsbad is one of those towns that has more fun things to do then you might have time for.  From hanging out on the beaches, hiking the lagoon or wine tasting, Carlsbad has you covered in activities. Here are 20 Fun Things to do in Carlsbad, come for a…

Carlsbad Music Festival Village Walk 400 Carlsbad Village Dr Carlsbad, CA 92008 Region: North County Coastal Join us on Saturday, June 18th from 2:30 to 10:00 PM for a day of adventurous music and fun by the beach. Over 30 performers will take the stage at locations around the Village, plus there will be a beer garden, food trucks, an artisan market and much more. We’re also excited to announce our first round of performers which includes San Diego Opera Soprano Anishka Lee-Skorepa, Christopher Douthitt, Dani Bell and the Tarantist, G Burns Jug Band, Inspired and the Sleep, John Meeks, Kamini Natarajan, Kyle Motl, LA Edwards, Leila Adu, The Liquorsmiths, Carlsbad Music Festival Founder Matt McBane, The Oxen, Paper Days, Peter Kuhn Trio, Red Fox Tails, Son de San Diego, Trouble in the Wind, Zimbeat and more to be announced!…

The New Gateway to Carlsbad – Carlsbad Sign Lighting The Carlsbad sign lighting was a big hit.  Carlsbad’s newly installed gateway sign didn’t literally stop traffic, but it did wow plenty of passers-by who stopped to admire the new landmark and snap photos with their cell phones. The sign, which spans Carlsbad Boulevard near Carlsbad Village Drive, was inspired by a similar archway that stood in the area in the 1930s. The sign is the brainchild of Carlton Lund, a real estate agent and former chairman of the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce. He said he got the idea 14 years ago when he attended the dedication of Encinitas’ gateway sign. “The day after, I started the campaign,” Lund said. “It was part of my Midwest roots, where every town has a sign. I felt that Carlsbad had to have one,…

Karlovy Vary (Karlsbad) Karlovy Vary (Karlsbad) – Sister City of Carlsbad California is a spa city situated in western Bohemia, Czech Republic, on the confluence of the rivers Ohre and Teplá, near Prague. It became a famous healing center for European aristocrats and maintains its fame as a spa city to this day. The connection between Karlsbad…

Do you want to fall in love with Carlsbad all over again? Carlsbad City Aerial View will make that happen again and again. Share this video with your friends or family thinking about visiting Carlsbad.  And don’t forget to check out Visit Carlsbad, our city’s official Visitor’s Center, located at 400 Carlsbad Village Drive, has put together…

A refreshing summer in Carlsbad is waiting for you. Summer in Carlsbad California means: Fun, fun & more fun.  There’s so much to enjoy about summer-particularly delicious summer fruits! Come enjoy refreshing items that take advantage of the best this season has to offer like strawberries from the Farmer’s Market, Wednesday’s from 3-7pm. Summer in…

https://youtu.be/ikf4uT7hbrI Watching the sun set over Carlsbad California is a breathtaking experience… While a completely clear sky and a setting sun is beautiful, seeing the sun sink below the horizon on a day with some clouds can result in incredible colors.  Best Places to Sunset Watch in Carlsbad California are at the beach, the sun…

5 Reason to take a food tour in Carlsbad  The amazing food and going on our food tour is one of the best ways to try it. Little Italy in Carlsbad is what we say here, because Carlsbad has a lot of great Italian restaurants including: Cicciotti’s Italian, Vigilucci’s and Gregorio’s just to mention a few. Some of my favorite tastings are the brown butter donuts from the Goods and the Vodka  pasta from Cicciotti’s.  If you have a sweet tooth, Carlsbad has some great options as well.  Gaia Gelato & Froglanders Crepes are a couple of my favorites, yum! The food is number 1 of 5 Reason to take a food tour in Carlsbad. The insider info – 2 of 5 Reason to take a food tour in Carlsbad. With a local expert giving you information and awesome recommendations for…

Carlsbad, California  No parking! No problem walk instead! Carlsbad Food & Walking Tours Unique and Specially-Selected Food Tastings with Carlsbad Food & Walking Tours.  An expert guide helps you to easily navigate as you discover the diverse history, architecture and culture of downtown Carlsbad Village. Stroll through the main streets of Carlsbad which house a wonderful…

You’ve heard of culinary tourism experiencing places through to their gastronomic offerings. Carlsbad’ s Healthy Foodie Walking Tour  allow food lovers to explore what Carlsbad’s restaurant scene has to offer. This healthy foodie tour encourages healthy lifestyle choices: walking, small frequent meals, Mediterranean diet, red wine, alkaline water, dark chocolate and socialization! Come and see…