Taste the Food. Hear the Ghost Stories. Experience Historic Carlsbad.
$ 84.80
$ 51.94
$ 29.68
This October, Carlsbad Food Tours transforms its award-winning culinary walking tour into a one-of-a-kind Halloween experience.
Discover the restaurants everyone loves while uncovering the mysterious legends hidden within Carlsbad’s oldest streets and buildings.
As you enjoy delicious tastings from locally owned restaurants, your guide will bring historic Carlsbad Village to life through fascinating stories of pioneers, Victorian mansions, the railroad, and the ghostly folklore that has become part of the city’s charm.
It’s the same great food tour—with a spooky seasonal twist.
✔ Five delicious food and drink tastings
✔ Visit Carlsbad’s best local restaurants
✔ Learn the real history of Carlsbad Village
✔ Hear the legendary ghost stories of the Twin Inns
✔ Discover mysterious tales from the historic railroad depot
✔ Seasonal Halloween fun for couples, friends, families, and private groups
Enjoy chef-inspired tastings from some of Carlsbad Village’s favorite restaurants.
From savory dishes to handcrafted desserts and seasonal beverages, every stop celebrates the incredible local food scene that makes Carlsbad Food Tours one of the best things to do in the city.
Between tasting stops, your guide shares Carlsbad’s most famous legends.
You’ll hear about:
The stories are shared as local folklore, making the evening mysterious, entertaining, and unforgettable.
This isn’t just a food tour.
It’s a walk through more than 140 years of Carlsbad history.
Discover the pioneers who built the town, the famous mineral water that gave Carlsbad its name, the arrival of the railroad, and the historic buildings that continue to define Carlsbad Village today.
Imagine strolling beneath the glow of historic street lamps…
A handcrafted taco in one hand.
A local wine or craft beer in the other.
The ocean breeze drifting through the Village.
Then your guide smiles and says…
“Have you ever noticed the upstairs windows of the Twin Inns?”
The group turns.
Everyone looks up.
And another great Carlsbad story begins.
🥘 5 Delicious Tastings
A progressive dinner featuring Carlsbad’s favorite locally owned restaurants.
🚶 Relaxed Guided Walking Tour
An easy walk through beautiful Carlsbad Village.
📖 Historic Storytelling
Learn the true history behind Carlsbad’s most iconic landmarks.
👻 Halloween Ghost Legends
Fun, family-friendly folklore that adds a seasonal twist to the evening.
🎃 Limited October Experience
Available only during Halloween season.
Our daytime private group tour is offered daily at 11:30am. If your group needs to start at a different time, we can customize your tour to your group needs upon request.
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EASY – Walking tours are designed for a leisurely pace but may include uneven sidewalks, some stairs and a combination of walking and standing for up to two hours.
On our food tours you’ll discover our unique Carlsbad cuisine, sampling delicious specialties from local eateries, bakeries, restaurants, and culinary landmarks. Our menu shifts depending on seasonal availability. Each tour has 2-3 savory tastings, 1-2 wine or beer and 1-2 desserts.
We do our best to accommodate the special dietary needs of our guests, however we can’t guarantee all stops will be able to do so. When you book a food tour, let us know about any dietary needs/preferences (e.g. allergies, vegetarian, kosher, gluten-free) and your guide will help identify items you might want to avoid.
Our food tastings and portions are generous and roughly equal to a good-sized lunch. We recommend coming on the tour with an appetite as most guests leave comfortably full.
We present tours rain or shine, bring your umbrella or jacket with hood.
Our tours cover approximately one mile of walking, and we move at a relaxed and leisurely pace. On our food tours, you’ll have regular opportunities to sit down during tastings.
Our professional guides are skilled public speakers and work hard to make sure everyone can hear during the tour. If you are hard of hearing, please let your guide know and we’ll ensure you get a front-row seat.
For Downtown Tours:
There is free street parking spaces throughout the village. There is also parking at the Carlsbad Village Train Station at 2775 State Street, Carlsbad, CA 92008, located next to the meeting location.
We offer both a flexible date change service at no additional cost and a fully refundable cancellation policy for our Food Tour.
Our #1 priority at Carlsbad Food Tours is giving great tours. If you don’t have a great experience, let us know and we promise to make it right with a full refund or voucher for a future visit.
There are restrooms available along the tour route.
Yes, we only offer tours in English currently. Please email or call us if you would like to plan for your own interpreter to join the tour.
If you feel your tour guide has provided a great experience, gratuities are encouraged— and welcomed—at the end of your tour. We believe that recognizing excellent service is a personal matter, though 15-20% of your booking fee is a good rule of thumb. Gratuities for your guide are always appreciated, but never expected
Advanced purchase is strongly recommended, as tours often sell out well in advance. To maximize your chances of getting the day and time you prefer, please book well in advance.
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Our mini tour is a shorter version of our Taste of Carlsbad Food Tour, for those that prefer to get to know Carlsbad in a short and sweet manner.
Our Private Group Tours are designed as a relaxed, engaging experience that brings your team together while exploring the vibrant food scene of Carlsbad Village.
This experience combines 5 curated food tastings (enough for a meal)
A Taste of Carlsbad Food Tours is our most popular guided culinary experience that explores the rich history and vibrant food culture of Carlsbad Village.
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