Activities in Carlsbad

Information about some of the most popular visitor activities in the Southern California beach town of Carlsbad, California.

Barnstorming Bi-Plane Adventures
One or two passengers can ride in the front cockpot of a restored 1920's bi-plane. Prices are between $200 and $600 for packages ranging from a basic 20 minute flgiht to a one hour sunset flight followed by an elegant 3 course dinner at the Vivace Restaurant on the grounds of the luxurious Four Seasons Aviara Resort.

Pick Your Own Strawberries
You can pick your own strawberries and purchase them by the bucket from approximately April through June at the Carlsbad Strawberry Company fields at the corner of Cannon Raod and Paseo del Norte.

Guided Adventures in Nature
Carlsbad based adventure tour company offering half day, full day, and multiple day kayaking, hiking, and backpacking trips for all levels of fitness.

K1 Speed Go Karts
This indoor Go-Kart course has up to 80,000 square feet of race track, depending on how it is configured, and a 10,000 square foot lobby overlooking the course. Packages featuring 1 to 6 races are available for about $20 to $100 and some of them include lunch. The facility can also be rented for parties and corporate events.

Carlsbad Paddle Sports
Dan Carey's North San Diego County kayak shop is located just north of Carlsbad in the city of Oceanside but the shop's surf kayaking classes are conducted on Carlsbad Beach. The shops offer sit-on-top kayaks for sale or rent and classes in surf kayaking and sea kayaking.

Golfing in Carlsbad
Information about golf courses in the city of Carlsbad including one municipal golf course, three golf courses at luxury spa resorts, and a practice facility.

Spas in Carlsbad
Where to find destination spas, day spas, medi-spas, and salons offering spa services in the city of Carlsbad. Includes the world famous La Costa Golf Resort and Spa.

Shopping Centers in Carlsbad
Where to find large shopping malls, smaller shopping centers, discount outlets, and interesting shops in the city of Carlsbad.

See also
More About Carlsbad California
About San Diego County
California Travel Guide