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LEGOLAND® California Theme Park Admission Tickets

LEGOLAND® California Theme Park Admission Tickets

** SPECIAL OFFER ** Book a Resort Hopper ticket and get the 2nd day FREE! Available to select when the water park is open. Experience a day of imagination and fun during a trip to…

Approx. 2880 minutesView on Viator →
Two-Hour Luxury Whale Watching Tour from Oceanside

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 ma…

Approx. 120 minutesView on Viator →
Carlsbad Food Tour

Carlsbad Food Tour

This Carlsbad village tour features 5 mouth-watering food samplings at unique eateries with insightful historical, architectural and cultural presentations! Enjoy Carlsbad's specia…

Approx. 180 minutesView on Viator →
Small Group Dolphin & Whale Watching

Small Group 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 t…

Approx. 120 minutesView on Viator →
Local Guided Electric Bike Tour from Solana Beach to Encinitas

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 …

Approx. 150 minutesView on Viator →
Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental

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 bik…

Approx. 180 minutesView on Viator →

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