North Beach, CA

Carlsbad

A rocky beach with large boulders and pebbles, a clear sky, and distant hills.
A sandy beach with a lifeguard tower and people walking along the shore.
A coastal road with a beach on one side and a road on the other.
A beach with a walkway and people walking.
A person sitting on a surfboard in the ocean with waves and a sailboat in the distance.

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Carlsbad State Beach

9.2/10 (2,821 reviews)
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Carlsbad State Beach during your travels in Carlsbad? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
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Things to do

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

$57
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Small Group Dolphin & Whale Watching

Small Group Dolphin & Whale Watching

$85
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Small Group Dolphin & Whale Watching
“The best whale watching experience! Our fast and safe boat lets us cover more ocean, giving you the best chance to see whales up close. Small groups, big adventures!”

Whale Watching with O’side Whales

$100
per adult
Whale Watching with O’side Whales
Carlsbad Taco Tuesday Walking Food Tour with Margarita or Beer

Carlsbad Taco Tuesday Walking Food Tour with Margarita or Beer

$84
per adult
Carlsbad Taco Tuesday Walking Food Tour with Margarita or Beer
Oceanside : 2-Hour Surf Lesson with Instructor

Oceanside : 2-Hour Surf Lesson with Instructor

$150
per traveler
Oceanside : 2-Hour Surf Lesson with Instructor
After surfing relax and let a wave sweep you in for the big finish as a group raft.

Surfing Experience and Lessons

$189
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Surfing Experience and Lessons
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North Beach Hotel Deals

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel

3 out of 5
3200 Carlsbad Blvd Carlsbad CA
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
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Tamarack Beach Resort Hotel
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
Book a 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 our ...
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Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort

4 out of 5
1025 La Bonita Drive San Marcos CA
Book a stay at this golf resort in San Marcos. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
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Lakehouse Resort
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
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area
LEGOLAND California Hotel

LEGOLAND California Hotel

3 out of 5
Legoland Drive Carlsbad CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Carlsbad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad ...
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LEGOLAND California Hotel
The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt

The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt

4 out of 5
101 Mission Ave Oceanside CA
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Oceanside. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
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The Seabird Ocean Resort & Spa, Part of Destination Hotel by Hyatt
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Where to stay in North Beach

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A family walking on a sandy beach with buildings in the background.

Carlsbad Village

While visiting Carlsbad Village, you might make a stop by sights like Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach.

A street intersection with a sign reading "CARLSBAD" and palm trees in the background.

City Center

If you're spending some time in City Center, The Crossings at Carlsbad and Flower Fields of Carlsbad are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal road with a bridge over water, surrounded by snow-covered land and a sunset sky.

South Beach

While visiting South Beach, you might make a stop by sights like South Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Beach.

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Olde Carlsbad

If you're spending some time in Olde Carlsbad, The Shoppes at Carlsbad Mall and Hosp Grove Trails are top sights worth seeing.

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Aviara

While visiting Aviara, you might make a stop by sights like Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center and Batiquitos Lagoon.

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