National Parks in Southern California
Death Valley National Park - The canyon and mountain walls of Death Valley change color with the shifting sunlight. Other landscape features: large sand dune formations, sculpted rocks, isolated valleys, and volcanic craters.
Joshua Tree National Park - Scenic desert preserve habitat with many unusual plants found here including Joshua trees, cactus, ocotillo, smoke treess, palo verdes, pinon pins, yucca plants. The best time to visit is early spring when a big array of desert wildflowers reach full bloom.
Channel Islands National Park - Protected marine wildlife habitat that is assessible only by air or sea.

North County FunZone
North County Business
North County Religion
Taste of North County
North County Festivals
North County Golf
North County Resorts
North County Museums
North County Entertainment
North County Theater
North County Schools
North County Shopping
North County Sports

Carlsbad Village
Scenic Tour and antique gift shops of all kinds.

Cedros Design District
Located Across from Solana Beach Train Station.
Community of design and architectural businesses surrounded by restaurants, nightclubs, retail shops and art galleries.

Downtown Escondido Shops & Art Galleries
Visitors can find unique treasures, home decor and gift ideas along Escondido's Grand Avenue.

Escondido Best Western Hotel
Escondido's newest and most luxurious hotel offers the business and vacation traveler the finest in home-town service and big city comfort at affordable prices. Our impeccably designed rooms and facilities will please the most discriminating guest.

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Car Country Carlsbad
Car Country Carlsbad Several new and used car dealerships located parallel to I-5 Freeway between Poinsettia Lane and Cannon Road. Dodge, Mitsubishi, Subaru, Chevrolet, Hummer, Volvo, Hyundai, Toyota, Lincoln, Mercury, Buick, Lexus, and Ford Dealerships.

Carlsbad Premium Outlet Mall
With 90 stores you can find impressive savings at Banana Republic, Barneys New York, Brooks Brothers, Calvin Klein, Crate & Barrel and many more.

Escondido Promenade
More than 50 shops and services including Target, Mervyns, Pier 1 Imports, Cost Plus, and T.J. Maxx.

The Forum at Carlsbad - La Costa
8049 Paseo Arrayan, Carlsbad, CA 92009; 760-479-0166; Mall Weblink;
Mall Hours : 10AM-9PM Mon-Sat / 11AM-6PM Sun;
This lifestyle specialty retail project in the La Costa neighborhood features a tree lined main street through the project creating a pedestrian friendly environment. Over 265,000 square feet of popular fashion retailers, home furnishings, restaurants and community services. Highlights include Buca di Beppa, Borders Bookstore and East of Bali.
Buca di Beppo - Immigrant Southern Italian fine dining restaurant.
Borders Bookstore -
East of Bali Salon, Spa & Apotheca.

Plaza Camino Real
Large indoor mall with 4 major department stores including Macy's, Sears, Robinsons-May, JC Penny. Many eateries located inside and close nearby.

Westfield Shoppingtown North County Mall
AKA: North County Fair
The mall features over 180 specialty shops, 15 restaurants and five major department stores: Robinsons-May, Nordstrom, Macy's, JCPenney and Sears.

Encinitas Marketplace
Location: Encinitas Village - Encinitas Blvd & El Camino Real;
The Outgrown Shop - Encinitas CA - Buy & Sell children's clothing and furniture.
The Valve Shop - Encinitas - valves, regulators and process controllers
El Camino Bike Shop - Encinitas - bicycles & trek accessories
K5 Board Shop - Encinitas - Surf shop

Encinitas Lumberyard
Location: US-101 near Encinitas Blvd;
Migrate Home - Lumberyard - houses environmentally friendly, stylish products for men and women designed for a greener tomorrow.
Grounded Shop - Lumberyard - Modern outdoor living accessories
Encinitas Flower Shop - Lumberyard - offering only the finest floral arrangements and gifts.

Leucadia Village
Location: US-101 in Leucadia
The Longboard Grotto - Leucadia - Surf shop

West Village Shopping Center
162 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd, Encinitas, CA 92024; 760-436-6463;

San Diego North Apparel Shops
Wee Little Sprouts Fallbrook CA - Children's Clothing ~ Toys

San Diego North Art & Decor Shops
New Millenium Arts Carlsbad CA - Contemporary decor

San Diego North Collector Shops
Bladehaus Fallbrook CA - Fine Cutlery ~ Pocket Knives ~ Sharpening ~ Collector Knives

San Diego North Entertainment
Lou's Records - Record store carrying new and used CD and vinyl recordings.

San Diego North Florists
Ohana Creations Carlsbad CA - Flowers and Gifts
Abigails Florists Fallbrook CA - Floral Arrangements for All Occasions
Encinitas Florist Company - Retail florist doing weddings, and offering fresh flowers

San Diego North Gift Shops
Carlsbad Wine Merchants Carlsbad CA - gift baskets
Cookies in Bloom - Encinitas CA - Edible Gift Baskets and Bouquets
Life's Rad in Carlsbad Carlsbad CA -
Wedding Shower Gifts Carlsbad CA -
Elivia Motifes Carlsbad CA - Singing crystal bowls
Mystical Dragon Carlsbad CA -
San Dieguito Trophy -

San Diego North Hobby Shops
Diamond Camera Carlsbad CA - Photography supplies and storage
Leucadia Cyclery - Bicycle retailer

San Diego North Toy Shops
Wee Little Sprouts Fallbrook CA - Children's Clothing ~ Toys



Tour Legoland California
Only themepark of its kind in America, over 40 major rides and attractions in the bright Legobrick colors. Designed primarily to give a fun educational play experience to young children ages 2-12. The many attractions, rides, shows and play areas feature the bright cheerful Lego colors and toys. Play activities include driving electric cars, boats and aircraft and to explore many fantasy settings.

Carlsbad Farmers Markets
Farmers Market - Every Wed 2-5PM on Roosevelt Street in Carlsbad Village

Vista Farmers Market
Saturdays 8AM-11AM / Eucalyptus Ave, next to Vista City Hall and Vista Library.

Solana Beach Farmers Market
Located Across from Solana Beach Train Station.
Solana Beach Plaza; (858) 720-2438; Market Webpage;
Sunday 2PM-5PM;
Shop for an assortment of farm fresh flowers, baked goods and produce.

Encinitas Farmer's Market - Friday 2-5PM
South end of Lumberyard Shopping Center / 900 block of Coast Highway 101.

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Car Country Carlsbad
Several new and used car dealerships located parallel to I-5 Freeway between Poinsettia Lane and Cannon Road.

More Automotive Retailers
Encinitas Ford - Dealership, shop for new and used cars
North County Ford - Vista CA
Security Chevrolet - Vista CA
Biggs Harley Davidson - Oceanside Motorcycle dealership formerly known as Biggs HOG.

La Costa Resort & Spa - Carlsbad
One of the world's pre-eminent spa, golf and tennis resorts. Nestled on 400 rolling acres between the Pacific Ocean and the foothills. The award-winning resort comprises 479 luxurious rooms, suites and executive homes, heated swimming pools and jogging paths.

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Carlsbad Holiday Inn By The Sea -
850 Palomar Airport Rd. - Carlsbad, Ca, Us 92008 /
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A charming and historic Dutch Windmill towers over the hotel's 22 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds and all rooms offer views of our quaint courtyard or gorgeous outdoor heated pool. The hotel is located adjacent to the world famous Carlsbad Flower Fields and less than 1 mile to Legoland California. The rooms are spacious and comfortable with modern furnishings and contemporary decor.

San Diego Days Inn - Online Directory
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Capture true romantic charm of New England and Mediterranean style architecture located on one of Southern California's quieter beachfronts. Take the Carlsbad Village Dr exit from I-5 and head straight to the beach. Also nearby are the Carlsbad Flower Fields which has the best viewing in April. The village is home to a lot of gift and antique shops.

Carlsbad Village makes for a great walking tour. It has the ambiance of a small town center with tree covered streets and lots of shopping ventures. It even has that small town train station with several daily stops by the Coaster. The heart of the tour starts at the train station and meanders east along Grand Ave and returning on Carlsbad Village Dr. [BRH]
Children's Discovery Museum

Carlsbad Village Attractions
Carlsbad Childrens Museum - Science, history, the arts and environmental awareness are presented in an imaginative and playful way. Educational center and exhibits includes a marketplace, fishing boat, and solar energy-powered train.
Historic Magee Park - Enchanting 2.5 acre park located downtown at Beech and Garfield Streets. Adjacent to Heritage Hall, a 1926 vintage town meeting hall and the Magee House.
Castles of Carlsbad - Carlsbad fine home tours.
Drive The 101 - An important part of this community is the scenic beauty and history of its famous coastal highway.
Shop Carlsbad Village - Carlsbad Village Business Association.

Special Events in Carlsbad Village
Carlsbad Arts & Crafts Show - Carlsbad Village - Mid-Summer
Farmers Market - Every Wed 2-5PM on Roosevelt Street in Carlsbad Village
Carlsbad Village Street Faire [1st Sunday in May & Nov] - It is the largest single day street fair in California. It's held on Grand Ave., one block north of Carlsbad Village Dr. Free admission. Over 100 vendors and 70,000 people visit for these big weekend events.
Carlsbad Village Oktoberfest [OCT] - German food, music, & festivities at Holiday Park.

Shopping Adventures in Carlsbad Village
Farmers Market - Every Wed 2-5PM on Roosevelt Street
Carlsbad Village Business Association -
Beehive Waxing Salon - Petite specialty waxing salon
Bwarie Gift Baskets - the ultimate gift for all occassions
Anna Cabo Art Glass
Carlsbad Gourmet - Strawberries by the sea - fresh made preserves
Digital Sweat Shop -
Jewelry by the Sea - Fine art and jewelry
Kassebaum Photography -
Mulloys Jewelry -
Ohana's Creations - Beautiful flowers for every occasion
Mystical Dragon - gift ideas

Dining Adventures in Carlsbad Village
See Also the MainTour San Diego North Dining Guide - Many more local restaurants featured
Ocean House in Carlsbad - Formerly Neimans Restaurant - fine dining, live entertainment and banquets inside the 112-year-old historic Victorian mansion
Le Passage French Bistro - Carlsbad Village
Vinaka Cafe - Carlsbad Village
Fish House Vera Cruz - Carlsbad Village
Greek Village Taverna - Dine, drink and dance in the Greek fashion.
Pizza Port - Tasty Grub & Grog
Vigilucci's Cantina - Family of Fine Italian Restaurants
The Armenia Cafe - Breakfast, lunch or dinner near the beach.
Tom Giblin's Irish Pub - enjoy the atmosphere of an authentic Irish pub
The Daily News Cafe at the Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Cilantro Live - Raw Organic and Vegan meals
Fresco Trattoria - Fine Italian
Las Olas Mexican Restaurant - Great Mexican Food served by a friendly crew.
King's Fish House Carlsbad - Fresh Seafood Locally Caught

Adventure Tip #2: A Night in Carlsbad Village
Start at the junction of Carlsbad Village Drive and Carlsbad Blvd (Coast Hwy) where you are across the street from several great restaurants. In the evenings, some of them feature live entertainment. Before or afternoon you can either head 1 block west to the beach or go east into the heart of Carlsbad Village with the feel of a historic small town with tree covered streets and all sorts of antique shops and galleries.
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort is located in the middle of the action.

Plaza Camino Real shopping district comprises several large shopping centers stradling the Oceanside / Carlsbad city line where it is crossed by El Camino Real. Anchor tenants include Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Staples, Vons, Westfield Mall, Mervyns, Chuck-E-Cheese, Movie Max Theater Plaza 4, Souplantation, Marshalls and many more.

Plaza Camino Real - Westfield Mall
2525 El Camino Real #100, Carlsbad, CA, 92008; (760) 729 7927; Mall Website;
Mall Hours : 10AM-9PM Mon-Fri / 10AM-7PM Sat / 11AM-6PM Sun;
Anchor stores include JC Penney, Sears, Macy's, GAP, Footlocker and Robinsons May.
Pat & Oscars - Restaurant famous for breadsticks.
Movie Max Theatre Plaza 4 - New release Cinema.

Plaza Camino Real - North (Oceanside)
Red Lobster - Seafood Restaurant
Trader Joe's
Mervyn's -
Chuck E Cheese's - pizza dinner party restaurant venue.

Plaza Camino Real - East
Located on the east side of El Camino Real - Anchor tenants include Vons, Circuit City and Smart & Final.
Rubios - Fresh Mexican Restaurant

Plaza Camino Real - West
Souplantation - Soup and Salad Buffet
Olive Garden - Italian Restaurant

• Marshall's

  Sunshine Plaza - Oceanside
  2100 East Vista Way, Oceanside, CA;
  Wal-Mart, BestBuy, Staples, Bed Bath & Beyond.

Carlsbad Premium Outlet Mall
5620 Paseo del Norte, Suite 100, Carlsbad, CA 92008; 760-804-9000; Mall Weblink;
Mall Hours : Open daily 10AM-8PM;
With 90 stores you can find impressive savings at Banana Republic, Barneys New York, Brooks Brothers, Calvin Klein, Crate & Barrel and many more.
Bellefleur Restaurant - The Tuscan style restaurant complete with its 40ft. tower is reminiscent of the old world charm and beauty of Italy.
Ruby's Diner - Premier 1940's family restaurant

Four Seasons Resort Aviara - Carlsbad
The resort’s Spanish Colonial architecture is designed to harmonize with the surrounding landscape. Each of the unusually spacious guest rooms and suites includes a furnished balcony or terrace, where guests can enjoy Aviara’s natural beauty.

Car Country Carlsbad
Car Country Carlsbad Several new and used car dealerships located parallel to I-5 Freeway between Poinsettia Lane and Cannon Road. Dodge, Mitsubishi, Subaru, Chevrolet, Hummer, Volvo, Hyundai, Toyota, Lincoln, Mercury, Buick, Lexus, and Ford Dealerships.
Cal Worthington Dodge -
Bob Baker Mitsubishi of Carlsbad - New, Used & Parts
Bob Baker Subaru of Carlsbad - New, Used & Parts
Weseloh Chevrolet & Hummer - New, Used & Parts
Carlsbad Volvo - New, Used & Parts
North County Hyundai - New, Used & Parts
Hoehn Motors - Mercedez-Benz, Maybach, Porsche, Audi, Infiniti, Acura, Honda, Mazda car dealerships
Toyota Carlsbad - New, Used & Parts
Townsend Lincoln Mercury - New, Used & Parts
Rorick Buick Cadillac - New, Used & Parts
North County GMC Pontiac - New, Used & Parts
Lexus Carlsbad - New, Used & Parts
Ken Grody Ford Carlsbad - New, Used & Parts

Tip #3: Oceanside Pier
Come down to The Pier an hour before sunset for a romantic stroll along the beach. Then take in dinner at Ruby's on the end of the pier. Afterwards you can hang out on the pier and watch the surf or take in a movie at the nearby Regal Cinema. Highly recommended for guests staying at the downtown resort hotels.

Oceanside Comfort Suites Marina
888 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, Ca, Us 92054 /
Located on I-5 at Coast Highway 4 blocks from the Oceanside Harbor and Pier.

Oceanside Pier
One of the longest piers on the west coast - very popular for fishing and there is a Ruby's Restaurant on the end. At the base of the pier is a bandshell which is the site of special concert events. (800) 350-7873 for event info.
Ruby's Diner - (760) 433-7829 - Gourmet Hamburgers.
World Body Surfing Championships [AUG] By Oceanside Pier
Labor Day Pier Swim - Annual event since 1930, over 400 swimmers hit the water for a 1-mile swim race out and around the pier.

Farmers Market
Pier View Way - between Coast Hwy and Ditmar St.- Every Thursday 9AM-12:30PM.

Regal Oceanside Stadium 16 - Cinema Theaters
Mission Ave @ Pacific Coast Hwy; Oceanside, CA; (800) 555-TELL;
Big studio new movie releases.

Downtown Restaurants
Kelly's Coffee and Fudge Factory -
Vigiluccis Osteria - Fine Italian Restaurant