San Diego's North Coast, California - Things to Do
Visitors are immediately struck by the breathtaking beauty of the signature white sandy beaches of Carlsbad and Oceanside, and the stunning mesa bluffs and rolling hills of Encinitas. From the museums and botanical gardens of Encinitas, to LEGOLAND and Village Street Faire in Carlsbad, to first-rate museums in Oceanside, the San Diego tourist will experience an inspired vacation. Botanical gardens and exciting animal parks featuring genuine safaris will round out your action-packed stay on San Diego's North Coast.
Avid recreation enthusiasts experience a diverse array of outdoor exploits and athletic events that surpass all expectations. Legendary surf conditions and enviable weather deliver optimal conditions for surfers and beach dwellers. Sports aficionados will find ample tennis courts, bike paths that cut along beautiful scenery, and ample aquatic adventures from kayaking and jet skiing to boat tours and fishing. Renowned golf courses can be found in both Carlsbad and Oceanside. From water adventures to inland games, San Diego's North Coast offers a complete recreation package.
Carlsbad Paddle Sports 2002 S Coast Hwy 101—KAYAK SALES, RENTALS & INSTRUCTION for all ages and skill levels. Sit-on-top sea and surf kayaks, wave skis, kayak rentals. Store hours: M-Sa 10am-6pm, and Sunday 11am-5pm.
www.carlsbadpaddle.com 760-434-8686 Click below to visit a location on the interactive map!
DeTour Salon 594 S Coast Hwy 101—Inside DeTour discover quirky style and urban energy. Affordable and trendy women’s clothing, accessories, jewelry and gifts complement our well-trained hairstylists. A hip hairstyle or lifestyle, you’ll love our style!
www.detoursalon.com 760-634-1999 Click below to visit a location on the interactive map!
Front Porch Gallery 2903 Carlsbad Blvd—A non-profit community resource dedicated to creating vibrant, vital communities through art. The gallery collaborates with individual artists and innovative organizations to produce unique exhibits. Funded and supported by visionary grants. www.frontporchgallery.org 760-795-6120 Lynn Forbes Sculpture 300 Carlsbad Village Dr, Ste 102—Anyone can learn to sculpt... whether in a ten-week course or a 1 or 3-day... or even a 3-hour ‘Make a Face’ class. Create a masterpiece and take home a memory that lasts a life-time. Taught by a leading sculptor.
www.sculptureschool.net 949-444-1926 Click below to visit a location on the interactive map!
Museum of Making Music 5790 Armada Dr—The Museum presents a nostalgic journey through a century of American popular music and instrument innovations. Featuring over 450 vintage artifacts, multimedia samples and a hands-on, interactive area. www.museumofmakingmusic.org 760-438-5996 New Village Arts Theatre 2787B State St—Award winning, professional live theatre in the heart of Carlsbad’s Village, known for outstanding ensemble work and intensely thrilling productions. And we are also producing the annual summer comedy festival! www.newvillagearts.org 760-433-3245 Pelly's Mini Golf 15555 Jimmy Durante Blvd—San Diego’s newest miniature golf featuring two 18-hole courses: Pelly’s Ocean Adventure and Pelly’s Surfin’ Safari. Loads of fun and you’ll also learn about surfing, ocean creatures and keeping our ocean clean!
www.pellysminigolf.com 858-481-0363 Click below to visit a location on the interactive map!
Sculpture by the Sea Carlsbad—2 Sundays monthly. Anyone can learn to sculpt from a leading sculptor. Breathtaking views of waves crashing below, as passersby watch a demo or join in. Free. Corner of 101 and Pine Ave. www.sculptureschool.net 949-444-1926 Serenity 2633 State St—Relax in a quaint 1920s cottage and let our experienced staff put you into a state of ‘Serenity’. Map special: $20 off one-hour massage or any facial. Waxing available.
www.serenityskinandbodycare.com 760-730-7546 Click below to visit a location on the interactive map!
Belly Up 143 S Cedros Ave—The internationally acclaimed Belly Up Tavern has a long history of bringing great live music to the area and has been continually voted San Diego’s Best Live Music Venue.
www.bellyup.com 858-481-8140 Click below to visit a location on the interactive map!
Carlsbad Golf Center 2711 Haymar Dr—Lighted range & practice center, fully-stocked pro shop, men’s & women’s clubs, shoes, apparel & accessories. Friendly, knowledgeable PGA & LPGA professionals. SHOP ONLINE: event calendar, directions, hours & more.
www.thecarlsbadgolfcenter.com 760-720-4653 Click below to visit a location on the interactive map!
