City Center Travel Guide
Carlsbad
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Popular places to visit
Flower Fields of Carlsbad
Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Flower Fields of Carlsbad, a lovely green space in Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.
Tamarack Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Tamarack Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?
LEGOLAND® California
Ride on a pirate ship, see famous people and wild animals in yellow-block form, or simply enjoy the scenery at this huge resort which brings LEGO® to life.
Carlsbad State Beach
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.
South Carlsbad State Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Carlsbad State Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?
Carlsbad Lagoon
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Carlsbad Lagoon might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Carlsbad.
Top hotels in City Center
Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - East
Services were okay
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
Clean room and staff
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad
Na
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad
Staff was friendly and room was clean
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Clean room, extremely friendly staff
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area
Clean room, loved the amenities.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around City Center
Poinsettia
While Poinsettia may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like LEGOLAND® California and Batiquitos Lagoon.
Carlsbad Ranch
If you're spending some time in Carlsbad Ranch, LEGOLAND® California and GIA Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Bressi Ranch
While Bressi Ranch may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park and LEGOLAND® California.
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.
Hedionda Point
When in Hedionda Point, you can plan a visit to LEGOLAND® California and Carlsbad Lagoon, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Aviara
If you're spending some time in Aviara, Batiquitos Lagoon and Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation Nature Center are top sights worth seeing.
