Looking for the perfect experience gift in Carlsbad, California? Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or just-because moment, nothing beats giving someone a real experience. We've curated the best local activities and adventures in Carlsbad — from adrenaline-pumping track days to relaxing food tours and everything in between. Every experience listed here can be booked directly through the original operator, so you're always getting the real deal.
Things to Do in Carlsbad
- Prohibition Themed Cocktail Tour in Carlsbad - "Step Back in Time: A Taste of the 1920s with Secret Sips and Classic Bites!" Old Fashion Drink & Bee's Knee's Cocktail, Fresco Cocktail & Chocolate Martini. Make the most of your time in Carlsbad wit (from $0.00)
- Not So Ordinary Oceanside Scavenger Hunt - Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your p (from $0.00)
- Private Temecula Wine Tour from Carlsbad - Sip, Savor, and Explore Temecula Wine Country Departing from Carlsbad, this full-day private wine tour offers a relaxing escape to Temecula Valley. With tiered pricing, the larger your group, the low (from $0.00)
- Grand Canyon National Park Flight and Guided Tour - Skip the long drive and take flight on an unforgettable day trip from San Diego to Grand Canyon National Park’s South Rim. In just under two hours, soar directly from Palomar Airport to one of the wor (from $0.00)
- Oceanside Private Afternoon Tea Tours - Only available on Viator: Integration of the High Tea Experience, Tea Tasting flight and Smart Sip Blending Experience. (from $0.00)
- Private Temecula Wine Tour from Del Mar - Sip, Savor, and Explore Temecula Wine Country Departing from Del Mar, this full-day private wine tour offers a relaxing escape into Temecula Valley. With tiered pricing for up to 14 guests, the large (from $0.00)
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Oceanside by Wacky Walks - Explore Oceanside with Wacky Walks royal scavenger hunt. In our app-based scavenger hunt, your group will participate in competitions to become the King or Queen of your group throughout the game. The (from $0.00)
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Carlsbad by Wacky Walks - Wacky Walks scavenger hunt of Carlsbad, takes you on an adventurous walk around the city. To play Wacky Walks, you'll use an app to collect points by finding items around the city using an app on your (from $0.00)
- Private Temecula Wine Tour from Leucadia - Sip, Savor, and Explore Temecula Wine Country Departing from Leucadia, this full-day private wine tour offers a relaxed and scenic escape into Southern California’s wine country. With tiered pricing (from $0.00)
- Private Temecula Wine Tour from Encinitas - Sip, Savor, and Explore Temecula Wine Country Departing from Encinitas, this full-day private wine tour offers a relaxing, scenic escape into Temecula Valley—no long drive or planning needed. With ti (from $0.00)
- Cedros Avenue Design District Walking Tour San Diego - With over 85 different merchants, the Cedros Design District is the hottest place in Solana Beach. From coffee, beer, and wine to photography, art, and woodworking, the Cedros Design District has some (from $0.00)
- Full Day Private SD Tour from Carlsbad - The Private San Diego Tour: The Full Experience from Carlsbad This private tour offers tiered pricing for up to 14 guests—the more in your group, the lower the per-person rate. Ideal for families, fr (from $0.00)
- Full Day Private SD Tour from Del Mar - The Private San Diego Tour: The Full Experience from Del Mar This private tour features tiered pricing for up to 14 guests—the more in your group, the lower the per-person rate. Perfect for families, (from $0.00)
- Private Temecula Wine Tour from Solana Beach - Sip, Savor, and Explore Temecula Wine Country Your tiered pricing makes group travel even better—the larger your group, the lower the per-person rate. This private tour is ideal for couples, friends, (from $0.00)
- Full Day Private SD Tour from Oceanside - The Private San Diego Tour: The Full Experience from Oceanside This private tour features tiered pricing for up to 14 guests—the more in your group, the lower the per-person rate. Ideal for families, (from $0.00)
- Private Temecula Wine Tour from Oceanside - Sip, Savor, and Explore Temecula Wine Country Departing from Oceanside, this full-day private wine tour blends convenience with charm. With tiered pricing for up to 14 guests, the larger your group, (from $0.00)
- Beachside Moped Rentals - Moped rentals in beautiful sunny So-Cal! Cruise the Beaches of Encinitas, Leucadia, Del Mar, La Jolla, Solana Beach, Carlsbad, Oceanside, and more. No special license required. Newer Honda Ruckus, Nav (from $0.00)
- Surfboard Rental All Day Solana Beach Fletchers Cove - We offer the limited addition Jerry Lopez model beginner wave storm surfboard. The surfboard board is 8ft tall and made of soft foam material. Great for beginners. (from $0.00)
- Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Vista by Zombie Scavengers - Survive an apocalypse in Vista today with Zombie Scavengers! An app will provide you with a list of items needed to survive the zombies. Find these items in any order you'd like and perform fun zombie (from $0.00)
- Full Day Private SD Tour from Encinitas - The Private San Diego Tour: The Full Experience from Encinitas This private tour includes tiered pricing for up to 14 guests—the more in your group, the lower the per-person rate. Ideal for families, (from $0.00)
- Private Sailing Charters in Oceanside CA - Explore the stunning Pacific waters with a private sailing charter in Oceanside, California. Enjoy a customizable sailing adventure tailored to your pace and interests, guided by a friendly, USCG lice (from $0.00)
- Open Boat Whale Watching - Looking for a whale watching tour that’s fast, personal, and unforgettable? At O’side Whales, we keep our groups small—just 6 passengers—so every seat is the best seat. Our speedy, stable boat covers (from $0.00)
- Electric Bike Rental Per Hour in Solana Beach - Our high quality 750w electric bikes come equipped with 5 levels of pedal assist, full throttle, headlights and brake lights and can travel far distances on a full charge! Head north along the pacific (from $0.00)
- Full Day Private SD Tour from Solana Beach - The Private San Diego Tour: The Full Experience from Solana Beach This private tour includes tiered pricing for up to 14 guests—the larger your group, the lower the per-person rate. Ideal for families (from $0.00)
- DIY Candle Making Class at a Local Brewery in San Diego - Sip, pour and roll your way to cozy vibes in this hands-on candle-making class with Instructors Deb and Liz at a San Diego brewery. You’ll create an 8-ounce soy wax candle and learn how to hand-roll b (from $0.00)
- Private Sailing Charters in Oceanside California - Discover the beauty of Oceanside with personalized sailing charters designed for up to 6 guests. Enjoy a memorable day on the water, led by a friendly USCG licensed Captain who tailors the adventure t (from $0.00)
- Unique Scavenger Hunt in Oceanside by Operation City Quest - Explore Oceanside with Operation City Quest! Our scavenger hunt takes you around the city to find items in any order you want and perform exciting tasks for points. The scavenger hunt is done using an (from $0.00)
- Beach Cruiser Bike Rental All Day Solana Beach - We are centrally located across the street from Fletcher Cove Beach. We offer easy access to the beach with zero steps. Ride our bikes right to the sand. We offer high quality beach cruiser and hybrid (from $0.00)
- Scavenger Hunt in Carlsbad by Zombie Scavengers - Zombie Scavengers in Carlsbad will help prove you can survive a zombie apocalypse! Use an app to find a list of items needed to survive. Find them in any order you'd like and get points for each found (from $0.00)
- Full Day Private SD Tour from Leucadia - The Private San Diego Tour: The Full Experience from Leucadia This private tour offers tiered pricing for up to 14 guests—the more in your group, the lower the per-person rate. Ideal for couples, fam (from $0.00)
- Full Day Electric Bike Rental in North San Diego - The bikes we rent are clean, well maintained and fun to ride. The central location of our store provides easy access to the beach and all the great coastal villages of North County San Diego. Our stor (from $0.00)
- Half Day Electric Bike Rental in North San Diego - Pedego is the number one electric bike in America and is known for its comfortable, sit up straight ride. Our bikes are clean and well maintained. We give you ride suggestions and ideas to make your r (from $0.00)
- Experience the season with a scavenger hunt in Oceanside with Holly Jolly Hunt - Celebrate the magic of the season this year with Holly Jolly Hunt. Holly Jolly Hunt is an app based scavenger hunt that you can play anywhere of your choosing. Explore the city and look for holiday re (from $0.00)
- Get in the holiday spirit with a scavenger hunt by Holly Jolly Hunt in Carlsbad - Holly Jolly Hunt is a scavenger hunt that is played using an app on your smartphone, that brings your entire family and friends together for holiday cheer. During the adventure you’ll be seeking out a (from $0.00)
- 2 Hour Private Group Surf Lesson in Encinitas - Wavehuggers is an ocean conscious surf school on a mission to teach people how to protect and enjoy the waves we love! At Wavehuggers, we use surf lessons as a way to share the fun of surfing and the (from $0.00)
- Cruise & Booze Brewery tours - Hidden Barrel Tours offers a unique way to experience San Diego's North County local brewery scene. Guest will ride in a 1982 custom VW Vanagon for a 4 1/2 hour chauffeured ride while we visit three t (from $0.00)
- LEGOLAND® California Theme Park Admission Tickets - ** SPECIAL OFFER: Book a Sea Life Hopper or Resort Hopper ticket and get the 2nd day FREE! ** Experience a day of imagination and fun during a trip to LEGOLAND California. More than 60 rides, shows (from $0.00)
- Oceanside, Auto Museum & Winery Tour & Tasting - Join us for a unique, private adventure in San Diego & the surrounding areas, with a guided tour in a motorcycle sidecar! Learn about the past & present of “America’s Finest City”, the birthplace of C (from $0.00)
- Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission - Discover a fascinating chapter in California history during a visit to the Mission San Luis Rey. Founded in 1798, the mission is now a National Historic Landmark, and among the largest adobe structure (from $0.00)
- Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental - You will pick up the electric bikes at our store and receive brief training and directions on where you can go on this self guided ride. Then you will enjoy riding an electric bike along the coastlin (from $0.00)
- Two-Hour Luxury Whale Watching Tour from Oceanside - Every trip is guided by a certified marine naturalist who offers live narration and expert insight into the incredible marine life we encounter. Onboard, you'll find educational materials, fun facts, (from $0.00)
- Up Close Dolphin & Whale Watching - Get ready to witness nature’s majestic giants up close and personal like never before! Unlike crowded tours, our intimate setting ensures an unparalleled experience, granting you the unique opportunit (from $0.00)
- Carlsbad Food Tour - This Carlsbad village tour features 6 mouth-watering food samplings at unique eateries with insightful historical, architectural and cultural presentations! Enjoy Carlsbad's specialty foods, including (from $0.00)
- Luxury Guided Electric Bike Tour to Downtown Encinitas - Our local guides are born and raised locally and know all the best destinations in the area! We look forward to showing you all the beautiful attractions our area has to offer. Our electric bike are h (from $0.00)
- Local Guided Electric Bike Tour from Solana Beach to Encinitas - This tour will take guests through 4 unique communities in North San Diego County; Del Mar, Solana Beach, Cardiff By-The-Sea, and Encinitas. This tour is unique because we will be able to cover nearly (from $0.00)
- Carlsbad: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of the Village by the Sea - Follow the development of Carlsbad from its founding in the 1880s to its evolution into a beloved coastal destination, on this self guided walking tour. Along the way, longtime San Diego residents Min (from $0.00)
- Electric Bike Self Guided Food Tour of North San Diego Coast - Explore like a “local” and dine like you lived here, with this fun filled day tour. The idea is to share appetizers at up to five great restaurants listed on your electric bike tour route. Each restau (from $0.00)
- Explore Carlsbad with a Unique Scavenger Hunt by Operation City Quest - Explore Carlsbad with Operation City Quest! Our scavenger hunt takes you around the city to find items in any order you want and perform exciting tasks for points. The scavenger hunt is done using an (from $0.00)
- Full-Day Self Guided Electric Bike Tour of North San Diego Coast - This full-day bike experience has many shops and places to explore. Get ready for white-sand beaches, meditation gardens, canyon hiking, unique stops, and local history. We also include tasty restaura (from $0.00)
- Oceanside Puzzling Adventure - Turn Oceanside into a game while partaking on a 2-hour Walking Adventure. Your smartphone will act as your guide, while you solve clues and complete challenges around the city. Entry price is per team (from $0.00)