10 Tours in Carlsbad That You Shouldn't Miss

July 23, 2021 Tonie Szymanski

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1. Carlsbad Village Food and Walking Small-Group Tour

Carlsbad Food Tours, State &, Grand Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA Carlsbad Food Tours
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4.9 based on 138 reviews

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 the artisan donuts from The Goods. Learn about the history of California wines while sipping some of the local favorites. The goal is to entice your taste buds and stimulate your mind with the sights, flavors and way of life in Carlsbad. Come and experience Carlsbad Village of the past while listening to stories about some of its architectural jewels. Knowledgeable guides will share some of the interesting facts about the village in the early days. The Village is steeped with history, and this experience will be an insider's view of old and new Carlsbad. This tour helps you slow down and explore Carlsbad’s off-the-beaten-path areas, culture and foodie fun.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Food and wine tasting, Professional guide, Walking Tour

Exclusions: Gratuities, Transportation

Reviewed By adarion

Ben was an excellent, knowledgable guide. The restaurants selected provided high quality food. I wanted to go back to several of them.

2. Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental

Carlsbad, Carlsbad, California Pedego Carlsbad
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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 coastline in Carlsbad for 3 hours.  Check out the surfers and the waves crashing on the beach.  The bike lane parallels the beach for approximately 6 miles and then continues through the quaint little towns.  There are plenty of places to stop along with way and sit on the beach, shop or get a bite to eat.

Inclusions: Local taxes, Use of helmet, Electric Bike Rental and Lock

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By Tcsmithbiz

Mason and the whole team at Pedego Carlsbad made me a believer! Had a great time and can’t wait to get an eBike of my own now. The rental was affordable and easy to make. The bikes are great and super easy to use. Now I just have to figure out which one I want to buy since all my friends have them. Perfect location for rides all over North County too. Whether it’s your first time or you are a seasoned rider, You can’t go wrong choosing Pedego Carlsbad. Great place and I highly recommend them!

3. Go San Diego All-Inclusive City Pass: Access 55+ Attractions

San Diego, CA, USA Go San Diego
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With access to 55+ attractions, activities and tours! Visit the San Diego Zoo, LEGOLAND® California and Knott’s Berry Farm; cruise along the San Diego Harbor; go snorkeling or kayaking in La Jolla; take a guided city walking tour; enjoy a day trip to Hollywood and much more! You’ll have the flexibility to create your own itinerary to sight see at your own pace; plus, you’ll save up to 55% compared to buying tickets at the gate. Enjoy direct and contactless entry to attractions. Simply save your pass on your mobile device (available as your 'ticket' after purchase) and go – no voucher redemption required!

Inclusions: FREE Digital Guide Book, Discounts and value added offers at many restaurants and retailers, Admission and skip-the-line access, as noted

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Transportation to/from attractions

4. Go Los Angeles All-Inclusive City Pass: 40+ attractions and theme parks

Los Angeles, CA, USA Go Los Angeles
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With access to over 40+ top LA attractions, activities and tours, the Go Los Angeles Pass offers something for everyone! Tour Warner Bros. Studio on a VIP tour; meet your favorite celebrities at Madame Tussauds Hollywood; take a hop-on hop-off city tour; go on a Hollywood Hills hike and get a better view of the the famed Hollywood sign, and much more. 3-, 4-, 5-, and 7-Day passes have one day, skip the line, access to Universal Studios! Enjoy the flexibility to create your own itinerary and sightsee at your own pace; plus, you’ll save up to 46% on select tours, attractions, dining and shopping. Whether you’re a first-time or seasoned visitor, you’ll love this whole new way to discover Los Angeles! Enjoy direct entry to attractions by simply showing your contactless pass on your mobile device (or print it and bring with you).

Inclusions: Digital Pass with access to over 40+ attractions, activities and tours, Comprehensive digital guidebook, Discounts and special offers at select restaurants and retailers

Exclusions: Transportation between attractions, Food and drinks, unless specified, Admission to Universal Studios Hollywood is not included with the 1-day and 2-day cards

Reviewed By jaylene2020

Highly recommended since we saved more than $200 each person!!! Planning ahead is the key. Highly dependent also to how cooperative your group members are (we’re a family of 3, with 12-yr old). Depending on what experiences you prefer, a 3day itinerary should be the minimum to experience most of LA. Put together those locations close to each other to save on travel time. Check each website to know more about each attraction (you dont want to go there only to find out that it’s closed for the day due to a special event). Because of our awesome experience, we’ll always consider the GO cards when we visit other states!

5. LEGOLAND® California - 1 Day Admission

Legoland Drive, Legoland Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA LEGOLAND California
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NEW for 2021, The LEGO MOVIE WORLD is a brand new immersive land where the hit movie comes to life! Join Master Builders on a Triple Decker Flying Couch on Emmit's Flying Adventure Ride, as a cutting edge technology transports you all over THE LEGO MOVIE universe. Coming your way May 27th! Experience a day of imagination and fun during a trip to LEGOLAND California. More than 60 rides, shows and attractions are designed to entertain and expand your mind as you explore the amazing world of LEGO. Try engineering a Lego building that withstands tremors, splash down in the water park, and take in a 4D-cinema experience. You also have the option to visit SEA LIFE Aquarium, right next door for a fascinating glimpse into the aquatic world. Kids of all ages will have a fantastic time at LEGOLAND California!

Inclusions: 1-day admission to LEGOLAND, 1-day LEGOLAND California/Sea Life Aquarium Hopper (if option selected), 1-day Resort Hopper ticket (if option selected)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Parking fees

Reviewed By erikaP5136WV

I booked a vacation in March before Legoland was even open. Bought the Build and Play and the Chima water park tickets. I tried calling every day for two weeks, once I got the email that that were fully opening April 15th. Finally got through a few days before our stay, and I was told that those tickets would be honored and allow entrance into the park. Not the case. Waited in the super long line to get into the park and I was told I had to buy tickets to get into the park. So of course, with an excited 4 1/2 year old what else could I do. UGH!! SO back into the Guest services line, which was very long. They did refund the Chima water park tickets -$20. Wow, thanks. If I had known the tickets would not be honored, I could have purchased tickets ahead of time and saved so much time in line and a major meltdown for a not understanding 4 year old. After all that, the park was so busy, the waits for rides was a minimum of 20 minutes each. I decided to buy the reserve and ride. What a RIP OFF!!! You still have to wait 8-11 minutes and can only reserve one ride at a time. That's crazy! You pay $160 to get into the park and $70 for the Reserve and ride. Total rip off. And why is the Junior Lego Car License ride only like a minute 30 seconds??? You wait all that time in line for that? The Burger Stop was another long line and wait. Both of our burgers were cold. And the ff were not given to us. I had to go back up in line to get them, which was a HUGE hassle. Such a disappointing trip.

6. Legoland and Carlsbad: Private Transfer From Anaheim Resort.

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Make your Private Transfer To the Legoland Park & Resort, or Carlsbad, CA. easy, and pleasant by making an affordable RapidShuttle Private, Direct, Non-Stop reservation that will fit your travel needs and budget. Because you are Not sharing the ride with other travelers, your schedule is based on your or your party travel arrangements.

Inclusions: One-way Private Transfer.., All taxes, fees and handling charges., Private Vehicle.

Exclusions: Gratuities not included in the rate.

Reviewed By CamHand58

I did not actually take their shuttle. This is a review of their website and support. I booked a pick up at LAX for late night Monday, 15 July 2019. During the payment process that all showed correctly. After paying, the pick up showed as scheduled for midnight on 10 January 1970. I immediately called their support line as shown on the webpage. Their support line DID answer. That would be a point in their favor except the guy on the phone was so bad. I (admittedly was upset but not at all abusive) explained the issue. He told me it was MY fault that I had entered it wrong because the screen just takes whatever I entered. WTF?!?! Even if I did it wrong, why accuse the victim instead of addressing the issue?!?!? I called him a liar because that historical date was not even an option! He said he would cancel the reservation so I read him the code. I asked how I would receive cancellation confirmation and he just hung up. He did NOT cancel it. LIAR! Later I cancelled it from the webpage.

7. Explore Carlsbad with a Unique Scavenger Hunt by Operation City Quest

2907 State St, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA Operation City Quest Scavenger Hunt of Carlsbad

Operation City Quest of Carlsbad is a great way to see the city in a fun way! You'll use an app on your phone to submit photos of items you find around the city. For every photo you submit, you'll get points. You'll be able to see your score on the rankings after compared to all who have played across the country. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Carlsbad.

Inclusions: All Activities, GST (Goods and Services Tax), 2 hours with a remote interactive guide

Exclusions: Use of Activity-owned smartphone, Private transportation

8. San Diego Private 7 Hrs Day Trip.

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Make your transfer To the beautiful sunny San Diego, easy, and pleasant by making an affordable RapidShuttle Private, Direct, Non-Stop reservation that fits your budget. Because you are Not sharing the ride with other travelers, your schedule is based on your or your party travel arrangements. San Diego is home to USS Midway Museum, Balboa Park, San Diego Zoo, and many other attractions.

Inclusions: 7-hour Private day trip, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Free waiting Time Up to 30 Minutes* From Airports/Cruise Ports., * Based on the Schedule Pickup Time.

Exclusions: Gratuities not included in the rate., Parking Fees (if applicable), Admissions not included., Luggage Restrition. Ask for details., Coronado Island not included. Additional fee required. Ask for details., Aditional Waiting Time: $15.00 per every 15 minutes of waiting.

Reviewed By CamHand58

I did not actually take their shuttle. This is a review of their website and support. I booked a pick up at LAX for late night Monday, 15 July 2019. During the payment process that all showed correctly. After paying, the pick up showed as scheduled for midnight on 10 January 1970. I immediately called their support line as shown on the webpage. Their support line DID answer. That would be a point in their favor except the guy on the phone was so bad. I (admittedly was upset but not at all abusive) explained the issue. He told me it was MY fault that I had entered it wrong because the screen just takes whatever I entered. WTF?!?! Even if I did it wrong, why accuse the victim instead of addressing the issue?!?!? I called him a liar because that historical date was not even an option! He said he would cancel the reservation so I read him the code. I asked how I would receive cancellation confirmation and he just hung up. He did NOT cancel it. LIAR! Later I cancelled it from the webpage.

9. Two-day Los Angeles & San Diego Private Tour

ParkPlace Cali Tours

This is an exclusive PrivateTour given by an expert photographer guide. You will have an amazing experience on this expedition.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Hotel Pickup & Dropoff

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Fearless312701

Had a fun, relaxing, and informative tour of the beaches and Hollywood areas. Arman was a great tour guide. We went to all the areas highlighted in the booking information. It was a last minute decision to take this tour and we are so glad Arman could accommodate us. Recommend this tour if you want to see Marina del Rey, Venice, Malibu and Sunset Blvd to Hollywood and don’t want the hassle of driving yourself!

10. Carlsbad Private Transfer to Los Angeles area.

RAPIDSHUTTLE

Make your Private transfers To the Greater Los Angeles area, easy, and pleasant by making an affordable RapidShuttle Private, Direct, Non-Stop reservation, that will fit your travel needs and budget.  Because you are Not sharing the ride with other travelers, your schedule is based on your or your party arrangements.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected), Transport by private vehicle, Free waiting time up to 15 minutes.*, * Free waiting time is based on the scheduled pickup.

Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable), Gratuities., Additional Waiting Time (upon request): $15.00 per every 15 minutes of waiting time.

Reviewed By CamHand58

I did not actually take their shuttle. This is a review of their website and support. I booked a pick up at LAX for late night Monday, 15 July 2019. During the payment process that all showed correctly. After paying, the pick up showed as scheduled for midnight on 10 January 1970. I immediately called their support line as shown on the webpage. Their support line DID answer. That would be a point in their favor except the guy on the phone was so bad. I (admittedly was upset but not at all abusive) explained the issue. He told me it was MY fault that I had entered it wrong because the screen just takes whatever I entered. WTF?!?! Even if I did it wrong, why accuse the victim instead of addressing the issue?!?!? I called him a liar because that historical date was not even an option! He said he would cancel the reservation so I read him the code. I asked how I would receive cancellation confirmation and he just hung up. He did NOT cancel it. LIAR! Later I cancelled it from the webpage.

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