If you are planning a family vacation to Carlsbad hotels, there are tons of fun kid-friendly activities nearby. Here is a list of some of our favorites that will be a hit with everyone on your vacation.
Car Racing for All Near Carlsbad Hotels
Everyone can race at K1 Speed Race Kart Track. They have the biggest indoor race kart track in the west. Kids are able to race in a controlled and safe environment, while adults can take the electric 20 horsepower motors out for a fast spin. K1 offers arcade games, a snack bar, and a comfy lounge for resting in between races. It is a great space to have a blast and enjoy something new with state-of-the-art equipment and safety.
The Museum of Making Music
This Carlsbad museum is perfect whether your kids like to sing, dance or make their own music. It offers hands-on activities perfect for all ages. It gives education on music and evolution over centuries. Children will learn about music from the beginning to current times. From jazz to pop to hip-hop, the museum covers it all. At the end of the museum is an area where you can try all different types of instruments and create their own music.
Aquarium Around the Corner
Just a few miles away from Carlsbad hotels is the Sea Life Aquarium. This family-friendly interactive sea aquarium is located on Legoland Drive. The aquarium is home to more than 5,000 sea creatures that represent over 200 species. Children and adults are allowed to touch some of the animals, including crabs and sea stars. The aquarium offers storytime, watching the animals being fed and other encounters. It is connected to Legoland California.
Amusement Park
Legoland California is one of the best kid adventures in Carlsbad. The hands-on theme park is only 2 miles from Carlsbad resorts and is home to over 60 themed rides, interactive attractions, and shows for kids ages 2 to 12.
Open from early spring to fall, the Lego Legends of Chima Water Park is an amazing water adventure. With an amazing Lion Wave Pool, sandy beaches, lazy river and water slides, it is a great day at a water park for the kids and big kids in your life.
Play in the Sand
No visit to Carlsbad resorts would be complete without playing in the sand. South Carlsbad State Beach is a short walk from the resorts. It is a beautiful stretch of coastline that offers an array of outdoor activities to enjoy. Enjoy swimming, building sandcastles, fishing, snorkeling and picnicking.
Water Sports Adventures
The Carlsbad Lagoon is a water sports center that offers a ton of activities including canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, speedboats, and wave runners. The center has staff that is trained to teach visitors how to do water activities like wakeboarding and water skiing. It is perfect for some water adventures in sunny Cali.
