Carlsbad (pop: 90,200 / elev 52 ft) is a prosperous community whose economy is well fueled by tourism, flower field agriculture, car dealerships, golf equipment manufacturers and several biotechnology research firms. The city was named for the popular 19th-century Karlsbad Spa in Europe. There are a number of popular tourism, educational and cultural attractions in this fine city.

Carlsbad Village Resort Tour
This place captures true romantic charm of New England and Mediterranean style architecture while located adjacent to one of California's quieter beachfronts. Come explore a wide assortment of shops, salons, art, jewelry, glassworks, french bistros, fine italian restaurants and sidewalk cafes.

Carlsbad Ranch Resort Tour
This commercial district is located in the heart of the city and is home to such fine attractions as Legoland, The Flower Fields, The Museum of Making Music, Crossings Golf Course, and the Gemological Institute Several of the finest resort hotels in California are also located here.

South Carlsbad Resort Tour
This portion of the Carlsbad is home to upscale resort residential communities, famous golf resorts, and precious natural habitat.

Carlsbad California - La Costa Resort & Spa Costa Del Mar Road, Carlsbad, CA 92009; Location: South Carlsbad - La Costa A legendary California Resort among spa aficionados and professional and amateur golf and tennis players. The entire resort, linked by walkways and washed in color by lush vegetation and gardens, enjoys a village-like ambience. Carlsbad La Costa Resort features newly re-designed guestrooms and suites. Room comforts include crisp bed linens and plush terry robes to a signature line of personal care and bath products.

Carlsbad Aviara Resort 7100 Four Seasons Point, Carlsbad, CA 92009; Location: Overlooking Batiquitos Lagoon - South Carlsbad This 329 guestroom resort is one of Southern California's finest vacation experiences. The Carlsbad Aviara Resort offers casual elegance in a natural setting accented by wildlife and wildflowers. Guests may discover an extensive spa, the area's finest dining choices and Arnold Palmer-signature golf.

Carlsbad California Beachview Lodge 3180 Carlsbad Boulevard, Carlsbad, CA 92009; Location: Carlsbad State Beach and Seaside Promenade Scenic ocean views of the Pacific coastline make this resort hotel in Carlsbad, California the perfect vacation spot. Hotel guests will enjoy visiting the many sidewalk cafes, shops and restaurants along the beach promenade.

Carlsbad Beach Terrace Inn 2775 Ocean Street, Carlsbad, CA 92008; Location: Downtown Carlsbad Village - Beachfront Beach Terrace Inn is the only vacation hotel located directly on the beach in Carlsbad and features 49 distinctive one-bedroom guestsuites. The resort is offering magnificent ocean front and ocean view rooms along with a private balcony. Each of our one-bedroom suites is equipped with a kitchenette, fireplace, and private balcony.

Carlsbad Beach West Inn 4970 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad, CA 92008; Location: Cannon Road Exit from I-5 Freeway - Near Beach and Legoland The Carlsbad Beach West Inn features the ideal destination to balance lifestyle and business. Located near pristine beaches and minutes from area companies, find a boutique style hotel offers upgraded amenities and four star service.

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The Crossings Golf Resort - Carlsbad Ranch CA
Named for five landmark bridge that cross the course this state-of-the-art, 18-hole championship municipal golf course and event facility offers visitors magnificent views and a relaxing natural environment. Developed and owned by the City of Carlsbad, this public course is nestled among more than 1,000 acres of Carlsbad's coastal terrain and natural habitat. It's home to wetlands, sage brush and other plant, animal and bird life.

Carlsbad Plaza Camino Real - Tri-City Mall Complex
Plaza Camino Real shopping district comprises several large shopping centers stradling the Oceanside / Carlsbad city line where it is crossed by El Camino Real. Anchor tenants include Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Staples, Vons, Westfield Mall, Mervyns, Chuck-E-Cheese, Movie Max Theater Plaza 4, Souplantation, Marshalls and many more.

Carlsbad Premium Outlet Mall
5620 Paseo del Norte, Suite 100, Carlsbad, CA 92008; 760-804-9000;
With 90 stores you can find impressive savings at Banana Republic, Barneys New York, Brooks Brothers, Calvin Klein, Crate & Barrel and many more.

Carlsbad Village Street Faire [MAY/NOV]
The Village Faire features over 850 unique vendors with a little of everything: arts & crafts, antiques, unique clothing, items from around the world, and more. Children's rides, an international food center, and an old-fashioned pancake breakfast guarantee that you'll find fun for the whole family!

San Diego Adventure Tours
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- Harbor Cruise
- Trolley Tour - Hop On, Hop Off.
- Sunset Dinner Cruise
- Sailboat Whale-Watching Cruise - Seasonal
- Sea World Trainer for a Day
- VIP Nightclub Tour
- La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour

Tour Carlsbad Beaches & Lagoons
This San Diego beach features swimming, surfing, skin diving, fishing and picnicking. The large bluff-top campground is very popular, especially in summer. There area also three major wetland habitats.

Tour Legoland California
Only themepark of its kind in America, over 40 major rides and attractions in the bright Legobrick colors. Designed primarily to give a fun educational play experience to young children ages 2-12. The many attractions, rides, shows and play areas feature the bright cheerful Lego colors and toys. Play activities include driving electric cars, boats and aircraft and to explore many fantasy settings.

The Wave Waterpark - Vista CA [MAY-SEP]
$3.8 million state-of-the-art city operated family aquatic park that includess waterslides, crazy river, surf pool, swimming pool, and a very wet children's playground.

Museum of Making Music - Carlsbad Ranch
Exhibits date back to 1890 to trace this history of innovations in popular music. Over rare 450 musical instruments on display in a 6,500 sq. ft. exhibit space divided into five major themes.

Tour Carlsbad Flower Fields
Located on a hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean, the Flower Fields transform each year into a giant 50-acre rainbow of country when millions of brightly colored Ranunculus blossoms come to life.

Tour Carlsbad Beaches & Lagoons
This San Diego beach features swimming, surfing, skin diving, fishing and picnicking. The large bluff-top campground is very popular, especially in summer. There area also three major wetland habitats.

K1 GoKart Speedway
[Torrance / Ontario / Carlsbad / Anaheim / Irvine]
Offering highly-advanced and environmentally-friendly electric karts as well as large indoor entertainment venues that feature authentic racing memorabilia, pit cafes, meeting rooms and pool tables, K1 Speed is a great place to visit with family and friends or to host a corporate event or party.

Car Country Carlsbad
Car Country Carlsbad Several new and used car dealerships located parallel to I-5 Freeway between Poinsettia Lane and Cannon Road. Dodge, Mitsubishi, Subaru, Chevrolet, Hummer, Volvo, Hyundai, Toyota, Lincoln, Mercury, Buick, Lexus, and Ford Dealerships.