Guidebook for Oceanside

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Guidebook for Oceanside

Sightseeing

Stroll and shop in the waterfront Harbor Village shops where you'll find nautical gifts, resort wear, tropical giftware, and souvenirs and mementos of your visit to Oceanside. Along with all these delights, you will find Oceanside's wide, sparkling, sandy beach with fire rings, picnic and barbecue areas, children's play area and sand volleyball courts.
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Oceanside Harbor Beach
North Pacific Street
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Stroll and shop in the waterfront Harbor Village shops where you'll find nautical gifts, resort wear, tropical giftware, and souvenirs and mementos of your visit to Oceanside. Along with all these delights, you will find Oceanside's wide, sparkling, sandy beach with fire rings, picnic and barbecue areas, children's play area and sand volleyball courts.
Mission Statement: The California Surf Museum serves as an international repository and resource center on the lifestyle sport of surfing through capturing, preserving, and chronicling its art, culture and heritage for the education and enjoyment of future generations
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California Surf Museum
312 Pier View Way
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Mission Statement: The California Surf Museum serves as an international repository and resource center on the lifestyle sport of surfing through capturing, preserving, and chronicling its art, culture and heritage for the education and enjoyment of future generations
Guajome Regional Park is located in the coastal community of Oceanside and has a little bit of everything that San Diego County offers. A developed 33-site campground offers partial hook ups, a caravan pavilion, shade and afternoon ocean breezes. Two day use areas with new playgrounds, a basketball court and lots of green lawn are ideal for picnicking or just relaxing. Two ponds attract a wide variety of migratory birds and serve as home to a variety of fish that will test the skills of any angler. 4.5 miles of park trails meander through diverse Southern California habitats such as woodlands, chaparral, wetlands, and mixed grasslands. Wedding ceremonies can also be held in a small gazebo that overlooks the lake. To inquire about wedding services simply call the park at the number listed above. Just 8 miles from the Pacific Ocean, the park is close to many entertaining and historical points of interest. Whether you like to camp, picnic, hike, fish, bike, nature watch or plan that special ceremony, you’ll find Guajome Regional Park an ideal place to visit year round.
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Guajome Regional Park
3000 Guajome Lake Rd
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Guajome Regional Park is located in the coastal community of Oceanside and has a little bit of everything that San Diego County offers. A developed 33-site campground offers partial hook ups, a caravan pavilion, shade and afternoon ocean breezes. Two day use areas with new playgrounds, a basketball court and lots of green lawn are ideal for picnicking or just relaxing. Two ponds attract a wide variety of migratory birds and serve as home to a variety of fish that will test the skills of any angler. 4.5 miles of park trails meander through diverse Southern California habitats such as woodlands, chaparral, wetlands, and mixed grasslands. Wedding ceremonies can also be held in a small gazebo that overlooks the lake. To inquire about wedding services simply call the park at the number listed above. Just 8 miles from the Pacific Ocean, the park is close to many entertaining and historical points of interest. Whether you like to camp, picnic, hike, fish, bike, nature watch or plan that special ceremony, you’ll find Guajome Regional Park an ideal place to visit year round.
Located within walking distance from the San Luis Rey Mission lies Heritage Park Village and Museum. Heritage Park was created in the 1970’s as a permanent and perpetual symbol of Oceanside’s heritage. Heritage Park allows historic Oceanside to serve as a background to private parties, weddings, and special events. Ideally situated within Heritage Park lies the gazebo.
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Heritage Park
34400 Old Golden Lantern
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Located within walking distance from the San Luis Rey Mission lies Heritage Park Village and Museum. Heritage Park was created in the 1970’s as a permanent and perpetual symbol of Oceanside’s heritage. Heritage Park allows historic Oceanside to serve as a background to private parties, weddings, and special events. Ideally situated within Heritage Park lies the gazebo.
Dolphin and Whale Watching
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Oceanside Adventures
256 S Harbor Dr
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Dolphin and Whale Watching
e would like to welcome you aboard our spacious well equipped yacht Bueno. Join us for a leisurely sail, Santa Catalina Tours or whale watching cruise. She is meticulously maintained and designed to ensure that you will enjoy your experience while aboard in comfort and confidence. We enjoy year around sailing spotting dolphin, whales and sea life just offshore. Designed for your enjoyment, the Bueno is approximately 36 feet overall and she includes all the amenities one could ask for. Sit back and relax in the oversized fully cushioned cockpit. Enjoy the wide scoop transom with swim step that provides easy access to and from the water. A clever on deck shower with hot water allows you to rinse off after a swim. Experience first hand the feeling of coming about, or sailing downwind, floating along in comfort and confidence aboard Bueno. Witness the annual migration of the California Gray Whale as they travel south to the birthing lagoons of Mexico. These whales feed in shallow water and it is common to observe them close to our shoreline. The dolphins are very friendly and often come to our boat to say hello and ride the bow wave.
Sunset Sails
1950 N Harbor Dr
e would like to welcome you aboard our spacious well equipped yacht Bueno. Join us for a leisurely sail, Santa Catalina Tours or whale watching cruise. She is meticulously maintained and designed to ensure that you will enjoy your experience while aboard in comfort and confidence. We enjoy year around sailing spotting dolphin, whales and sea life just offshore. Designed for your enjoyment, the Bueno is approximately 36 feet overall and she includes all the amenities one could ask for. Sit back and relax in the oversized fully cushioned cockpit. Enjoy the wide scoop transom with swim step that provides easy access to and from the water. A clever on deck shower with hot water allows you to rinse off after a swim. Experience first hand the feeling of coming about, or sailing downwind, floating along in comfort and confidence aboard Bueno. Witness the annual migration of the California Gray Whale as they travel south to the birthing lagoons of Mexico. These whales feed in shallow water and it is common to observe them close to our shoreline. The dolphins are very friendly and often come to our boat to say hello and ride the bow wave.
ake yourself out of the ordinary and spend a few hours in one of nature’s wonders; a place where kids can run and adults can linger. This 50 acres of extraordinary color, better known as The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch®, is in bloom on a hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean and offers a special nursery, garden, and gift shop by Armstrong Garden Centers in addition to festivals throughout the season.
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Flower Fields Way
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ake yourself out of the ordinary and spend a few hours in one of nature’s wonders; a place where kids can run and adults can linger. This 50 acres of extraordinary color, better known as The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch®, is in bloom on a hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean and offers a special nursery, garden, and gift shop by Armstrong Garden Centers in addition to festivals throughout the season.

Food Scene

Harbor Fish and Chips is located in Oceanside Harbor. The restaurant is snuggled in a small village on the water front. As a family owned and operated business Harbor Fish and Chips has been a mainstay at the Harbor for 40 years. The owner Terry Cross was born and raised in Oceanside. Terry has continued the family tradition by keeping the quality of food at a high standard, while establishing a friendly - fun customer service atmosphere. This has made his restaurant one of the local's favorites. Harbor Fish and Chips has been recognized several times in magazines and on local T. V. for our authentic fish and chips, fish tacos and seafood menu. The outside dining area sits along the waters edge, with a great view of what makes Oceanside Harbor a great destination.
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Harbor Fish & Chips
276 Harbor Dr
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Harbor Fish and Chips is located in Oceanside Harbor. The restaurant is snuggled in a small village on the water front. As a family owned and operated business Harbor Fish and Chips has been a mainstay at the Harbor for 40 years. The owner Terry Cross was born and raised in Oceanside. Terry has continued the family tradition by keeping the quality of food at a high standard, while establishing a friendly - fun customer service atmosphere. This has made his restaurant one of the local's favorites. Harbor Fish and Chips has been recognized several times in magazines and on local T. V. for our authentic fish and chips, fish tacos and seafood menu. The outside dining area sits along the waters edge, with a great view of what makes Oceanside Harbor a great destination.
Life is full of little victories. At Joe’s Crab Shack, we believe in celebrating each and every one of them in a big way. Who needs birthdays?
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Joe's Crab Shack
314 Harbor Dr
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Life is full of little victories. At Joe’s Crab Shack, we believe in celebrating each and every one of them in a big way. Who needs birthdays?
While enjoying your day in the harbor, this is a perfect spot to stop and get a nice cold ice-cream cone on a hot day or even to fulfill your sweet tooth with a nice selection candy. There are a lot of memories at this place. Nana & Pops is an ice cream and sweet shop that is located in Oceanside Harbor. The location couldn’t be more convenient because grabbing a cup of ice cream after a day at the beach is plenty of fun, especially when you are kiddie. I discovered bubble gum ice cream at this parlor and I still think of Nana & Pop’s every time I sample my favorite ice cream. This is a very cute old fashion candy shop and it is a lovely compliment to the Oceanside Harbor Village.
Nana's and Pops Sweet Shop
280 S Harbor Dr
While enjoying your day in the harbor, this is a perfect spot to stop and get a nice cold ice-cream cone on a hot day or even to fulfill your sweet tooth with a nice selection candy. There are a lot of memories at this place. Nana & Pops is an ice cream and sweet shop that is located in Oceanside Harbor. The location couldn’t be more convenient because grabbing a cup of ice cream after a day at the beach is plenty of fun, especially when you are kiddie. I discovered bubble gum ice cream at this parlor and I still think of Nana & Pop’s every time I sample my favorite ice cream. This is a very cute old fashion candy shop and it is a lovely compliment to the Oceanside Harbor Village.
Started in 1988 by Gary and Zell Dwelley, Beach Break Cafe has become a essential part of the Oceanside community. We are a family-friendly restaurant with outgoing servers and something on the menu for every diner. The dining room is bright and open, lined with surfing décor throughout history. From locals to first time visitors the Dwelley's make everyone feel at home.
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Beach Break Cafe
1802 S Coast Hwy
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Started in 1988 by Gary and Zell Dwelley, Beach Break Cafe has become a essential part of the Oceanside community. We are a family-friendly restaurant with outgoing servers and something on the menu for every diner. The dining room is bright and open, lined with surfing décor throughout history. From locals to first time visitors the Dwelley's make everyone feel at home.
Located at the End of the Oceanside Pier, Ruby's Diner is a fun place for the entire family.
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Ruby's Diner
1 Oceanside Pier
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Located at the End of the Oceanside Pier, Ruby's Diner is a fun place for the entire family.
Basic healthful fare prepared from responsibly grown produce & locally sourced ingredients. So so Yummy!!!
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Swami's Cafe
202 N Coast Hwy
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Basic healthful fare prepared from responsibly grown produce & locally sourced ingredients. So so Yummy!!!
Looking to have some amazing Italian food, this is the place. Located in the Oceanside harbor, Dominics is a friendly and cozy dining experience.
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Dominic's Italian Restaurant
268 Harbor Dr
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Looking to have some amazing Italian food, this is the place. Located in the Oceanside harbor, Dominics is a friendly and cozy dining experience.
The best Mexican food in North County. Great Family Environment and prices are great! Right in the Village of Carlsbad. Don't miss out!
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Norte Mexican Food
3003 Carlsbad Blvd
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The best Mexican food in North County. Great Family Environment and prices are great! Right in the Village of Carlsbad. Don't miss out!
Chain brewpub offering American bar food with a gourmet twist alongside house-brewed craft ales.
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Karl Strauss Brewing Company
5801 Armada Dr
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Chain brewpub offering American bar food with a gourmet twist alongside house-brewed craft ales.

Entertainment & Activities

Legoland California is a theme park and miniature park located in Carlsbad, California, based on the Lego toy brand. On March 20, 1999, it became the third Legoland park to open, and the first Legoland outside of Europe
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LEGOLAND California
One Legoland Dr
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Legoland California is a theme park and miniature park located in Carlsbad, California, based on the Lego toy brand. On March 20, 1999, it became the third Legoland park to open, and the first Legoland outside of Europe
MainStreet Oceanside's Sunset Market has been a bright spot in downtown Oceanside since August 2007. This weekly gathering is so much more than a Farmers Market. Thousands of residents and visitors alike gather each week to enjoy the varied hot food offerings, the eclectic merchandise selections, the gourmet packaged food section and the live entertainment. This family-friendly event also features Dorothy's KidZone with childrens activities. THURSDAY EVENINGS 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm ALL YEAR 'ROUND
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Oceanside Sunset Market
401 Pier View Way
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MainStreet Oceanside's Sunset Market has been a bright spot in downtown Oceanside since August 2007. This weekly gathering is so much more than a Farmers Market. Thousands of residents and visitors alike gather each week to enjoy the varied hot food offerings, the eclectic merchandise selections, the gourmet packaged food section and the live entertainment. This family-friendly event also features Dorothy's KidZone with childrens activities. THURSDAY EVENINGS 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm ALL YEAR 'ROUND
Located 28 miles east of Oceanside. Wonderful place to spend the day with the family. Awesome tram ride through the different parts of Africa
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San Diego Zoo Safari Park
15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd
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Located 28 miles east of Oceanside. Wonderful place to spend the day with the family. Awesome tram ride through the different parts of Africa
Learn to surf by some of the best local surfers around.
Learn To Rip Surf Lessons
1201 N Pacific St
Learn to surf by some of the best local surfers around.
Family-friendly exhibits featuring more than 5,000 sea creatures, plus a play area & group packages.
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Sea Life Aquarium
1 Legoland Dr
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Family-friendly exhibits featuring more than 5,000 sea creatures, plus a play area & group packages.
A museum about making music with galleries of instruments, special exhibitions & live events. Address: 5790 Armada Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008 Phone:(760) 438-5996
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Museum of Making Music
5790 Armada Dr
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A museum about making music with galleries of instruments, special exhibitions & live events. Address: 5790 Armada Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008 Phone:(760) 438-5996
Secluded & meticulously-landscaped park is home to peacocks, bird of paradise & more. Address: 6200 Flying Leo Carrillo Ln, Carlsbad, CA 92009 Phone: (760) 476-1042
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Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park
6200 Flying Leo Carrillo Ln
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Secluded & meticulously-landscaped park is home to peacocks, bird of paradise & more. Address: 6200 Flying Leo Carrillo Ln, Carlsbad, CA 92009 Phone: (760) 476-1042
Chain of indoor racing centers featuring electric go-karting for all ages & skill levels, plus food. Address: 6212 Corte Del Abeto, Carlsbad, CA 92011 Hours: Open today · 12–10PM Phone: (760) 929-2225
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K1 Speed - Innendørs Go Karts, Corporate Event Venue, Team Building Activities
1709 Main St
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Chain of indoor racing centers featuring electric go-karting for all ages & skill levels, plus food. Address: 6212 Corte Del Abeto, Carlsbad, CA 92011 Hours: Open today · 12–10PM Phone: (760) 929-2225
​Blue Paddle SUP offers lessons and training on the beautiful waters of Carlsbad or Oceanside, California! We are located 30 mins. from San Diego, California. Instructors are SUP Certified & trained in water safety. We are very passionate about stand up paddle boarding, and would love to take you out on the water. We offer beginner to advance lessons, and can customize your lesson or group lesson based on your needs. Blue Paddle SUP will give you the best paddle boarding experience in Southern California! (760) 845-8077 maggie@bluepaddlesup.com -
Blue Paddle SUP
​Blue Paddle SUP offers lessons and training on the beautiful waters of Carlsbad or Oceanside, California! We are located 30 mins. from San Diego, California. Instructors are SUP Certified & trained in water safety. We are very passionate about stand up paddle boarding, and would love to take you out on the water. We offer beginner to advance lessons, and can customize your lesson or group lesson based on your needs. Blue Paddle SUP will give you the best paddle boarding experience in Southern California! (760) 845-8077 maggie@bluepaddlesup.com -
Outfitt offering paddle & motorized watersports equipment rentals, plus wakeboarding & waterskiing.
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California Watersports
4215 Harrison St
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Outfitt offering paddle & motorized watersports equipment rentals, plus wakeboarding & waterskiing.
Carlsbad Skate Park
Skatepark
2560 Orion Way
Carlsbad Skate Park

Arts & Culture

This contemporary building presents a rotating collection of modern art pieces & cultural events
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Oceanside Museum of Art
704 Pier View Way
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This contemporary building presents a rotating collection of modern art pieces & cultural events

Drinks & Nightlife

Very Welcoming and wonderful tasting wines.
Mattucci Winery
Very Welcoming and wonderful tasting wines.
Looking to try some great Beers, this is the place. Oceanside Ale Works crafts award-winning ales in the first microbrewery to find its home in beautiful Oceanside, California. Using the freshest hops and finest malted barley, our ales are hand-crafted to exacting standards ensuring a taste experience you are sure to remember. We are located along the North Coast of San Diego County, and right now you can taste our products at many locations in San Diego, Orange and Riverside counties.
Oceanside Aleworks
1800 Ord Way
Looking to try some great Beers, this is the place. Oceanside Ale Works crafts award-winning ales in the first microbrewery to find its home in beautiful Oceanside, California. Using the freshest hops and finest malted barley, our ales are hand-crafted to exacting standards ensuring a taste experience you are sure to remember. We are located along the North Coast of San Diego County, and right now you can taste our products at many locations in San Diego, Orange and Riverside counties.
Bustling beach hangout with picnic tables & arcade games serves hand-tossed pizza & variety of beer. Address: 571 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008 Phone:(760) 720-7007
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Pizza Port Carlsbad
571 Carlsbad Village Dr
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Bustling beach hangout with picnic tables & arcade games serves hand-tossed pizza & variety of beer. Address: 571 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008 Phone:(760) 720-7007
Live Music and Great Atmosphere! Very cool place to
Relm Wine. Beer. Bistro
2917 State St
Live Music and Great Atmosphere! Very cool place to
Dani P's Cork & Tap
560 Greenbrier Drive
Tap That Tap Room
3207 Roymar Rd
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Bagby Beer Co.
601 S Coast Hwy
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Breakwater
101 N Coast Hwy
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Living Tea Brewing Co
3239 Wisconsin Ave
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Mother Earth Brew Company
206 Main Street
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Midnight Jack Brewing
3801 Oceanic Dr
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Prohibition Brewing Company
2004 E Vista Way
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Wavelength Brewing Company
236 Main St
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Belching Beaver Pub980
980 Park Center Dr
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Port Brewing Company
692 Rancheros Dr
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the wine spot
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Witch Creek Winery
2906 Carlsbad Blvd
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20|Twenty
5480 Grand Pacific Dr

Shopping

The world's finest outlet shopping. Save 25% to 65% every day on designer and name brands including Coach, Gap Outlet, Nike and Polo Ralph Lauren.
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Carlsbad Premium Outlets
5620 Paseo Del Norte
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The world's finest outlet shopping. Save 25% to 65% every day on designer and name brands including Coach, Gap Outlet, Nike and Polo Ralph Lauren.

Everything Else

lsbad Mineral Water Spa was voted #1 three years in a row for the Best Massage by Entertainer and Lifestyle Magazine readers. Situated at the edge of downtown Carlsbad Village with its many antique shops and award-winning restaurants, Carlsbad Mineral Water Spa is an easy drive from Los Angeles and San Diego, and only a short distance from 1-5. For those who prefer the train, Carlsbad mineral Water Spa is just one block from the Carlsbad Coaster train station, and only three miles from the Oceanside Amtrak depot.
Carlsbad Mineral Water Spa
2802 Carlsbad Blvd
lsbad Mineral Water Spa was voted #1 three years in a row for the Best Massage by Entertainer and Lifestyle Magazine readers. Situated at the edge of downtown Carlsbad Village with its many antique shops and award-winning restaurants, Carlsbad Mineral Water Spa is an easy drive from Los Angeles and San Diego, and only a short distance from 1-5. For those who prefer the train, Carlsbad mineral Water Spa is just one block from the Carlsbad Coaster train station, and only three miles from the Oceanside Amtrak depot.