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CULTURE & DAY PLANS

Arts and the outdoors

A cultural place with practical details for planning a visit.

Carlsbad Village Faire shopping center 2013

Museum of Making Music offers a starting point for a cultural visit. Check opening times directly, and use the forecast and regional air report before adding outdoor plans. Keep distances, heat and parking in mind.

Areas in this guide

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Pick a starting point and build from there. Confirm opening hours, access and reservations with the venue; this guide does not imply availability or an affiliation with the places mentioned.

Mentioned in this guide

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Museum and cultural place

Museum of Making Music

Museum and cultural place · 5790 Armada Drive

The Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad, California, tells the story of how instruments were made, used, and sold, providing a hands-on experience where people discover and play musical instruments. Exhibits include…

Around Carlsbad

Places in our Carlsbad directory listings, ordered by how many Google reviews each has.

Restaurant

Campfire

Restaurant · 2725 State St

Campfire, a restaurant on 2725 State Street in Carlsbad, California, celebrates the spirit of gathering around a fire, creating honest food, and sharing it with friends. The spirit of gathering around a fire drives the…

Restaurant

Tortilla Mia Mexican Restaurant

Restaurant · 2939 Carlsbad Boulevard

Tortilla Mia Mexican Restaurant in Carlsbad, California, serves authentic Mexican cuisine. This family-run establishment has grown to become a beloved destination for locals and visitors seeking traditional Mexican…

Restaurant

Jeune et Jolie

Restaurant · 2659 State Street Ste 102

Jeune et Jolie, a restaurant at 2659 State Street in Carlsbad, California, reimagines French cuisine through the lens of Southern California. This culinary approach sets the tone for a distinctive dining experience.…

Restaurant

Tomoyama sushi

Restaurant · 6949 El Camino Real Suite 201

Tomoyama sushi is a restaurant located in Carlsbad, California, at 6949 El Camino Real #201 B. The restaurant offers promotions, including a Late Night Special and a Happy Hour Special. Tomoyama sushi can be ordered…

Restaurant

2051 Cucina Italiana

Restaurant · 2051 Palomar Airport Rd #175

2051 Cucina Italiana specializes in homemade, handcrafted pasta made fresh daily, serving authentic Italian dishes in Carlsbad, California. This restaurant sits in an industrial park, serving housemade pasta, pizza,…

Cultural stops in Carlsbad

Museums, galleries, theaters and landmarks from our directory, ordered by how many Google reviews each has. Check opening days before setting out.

Glass studio and gallery

Barrio Glassworks

Glass studio and gallery · 3060 Roosevelt St

In the historic Barrio community of Carlsbad Village, a public glassblowing studio and retail gallery has become a part of the California Coastal town's landscape. Barrio Glassworks allows the public to witness the art…

Art gallery

North Coastal Art Gallery

Art gallery · 300 Carlsbad Village Dr

The North Coastal Art Gallery in Carlsbad, California, is managed by the Carlsbad-Oceanside Art League, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. This organization promotes art education, fosters cultural appreciation, and…

Historic places in Carlsbad

National Register of Historic Places listings in the city, from Wikidata. Many are private property; view them from the street unless a site says it is open.

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