Top Carlsbad Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Savor the distinctive flavors of Carlsbad Village with a 3-hour food and walking tour of the scenic seaside gem. Get an insider’s look at the culinary scene, local history and landmarks as you explore with knowledgeable guides, and enjoy a series of six gourmet tastings. Pause to sip award-winning California wines, sample luscious desserts and try a series of unique specialty foods, and season your experience with behind-the-scenes stories about Carlsbad Village’s vibrant gourmet culture, hippest restaurants and cutting-edge artisanal products.

Set sail from Oceanside during a whale watching excursion led by a certified naturalist guide. Board a comfortable 50-foot (15-meter) catamaran with covered areas for seating and cruise along San Diego’s coastline to spot whales and other marine life, getting as close as possible without disturbing them. Plus, choose from multiple departures to easily fit this whale watching tour into your schedule.

Explore the beaches and landmarks of Carlsbad, California aboard an e-bike with this rental option. Pick up your electric bike in the city center and embark on your own journey through the city. Stop at the beach, bike along the boardwalk, grab a bite to eat, or explore small towns nearby, the choice is yours.

Get aboard this cruise in hopes of seeing some amazing marine life- dolphins, sea lions, and whales. You’ll depart from the Oceanside Pier, which is a popular landmark and easy to find. Your guide will take care of you while you’re on the boat, and lead you to where you’re likely to spot these beautiful creatures. You just sit back and enjoy.

The sprawling coastline from Del Mar to Carlsbad is perfect for an electric bike rental. You can see every town in between and still have battery to spare! The coastal Highway 101 is just about as bike friendly as it gets, with designated bike lanes, or shared lanes where bikes may take the entire lane. We will get you all set up with Electric Bike, Lock, and Helmet for your ride. Not sure where to ride? We've got you covered with a map of the area to help you navigate. If there is something that you are wanting to see on your ride, please ask us for the best way to get there! If you want us to show you around, then check out our electric bike tour of the coastline that we offer as well. See you soon!

Visit four highlight towns in North San Diego County—and immerse yourself in the region’s beachy, laidback vibes—on this private, half-day tour. Pick between morning and afternoon departure times, grab your helmets and e-bikes, and set off. You’ll visit Del Mar, Solana Beach, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, and Encinitas; will discover highlights like the Del Mar Racetrack and the San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve; and will learn more about the area from your guide’s insider commentary.

Explore San Diego's most beautiful stretch of coastline from Carlsbad to Solana Beach. Our bikes are fun to ride and you can get as much or as little exercise as you would like. You do not need prior experience riding an electric bike to enjoy this ride as long as you know how to ride a bike. The train ride coupled with the electric bike ride makes for a really fun day of entertainment at a reasonable price. Our tour is conducted on your cell phone with map and audio included. Solana Beach was chosen by Trip Adviser as one of the 15 best coastal communities in the USA and we offer the best way to enjoy it and the surrounding areas. The Solana Beach COASTER train station is only a block or so from our store. You can ride the train to our store from anywhere in San Diego rather than drive (avoid all the traffic too).

Explore the history and hot spots of your location by solving scavenger hunt and trivia style riddles on this engaging walking tour. Your team will earn points and be guided farther along the route with every riddle. Play from the convenience of your smartphone whenever you’re ready for an adventure!

Discover San Diego’s highlight North Coast craft breweries—and enjoy a fun-filled and personalized way to explore—on this small-group, half-day tour. Following pickup, travel in a vintage VW Vanagon, with drinks and snacks provided. You’ll visit three area craft breweries, where you can indulge in a generous array of samples, relax, and learn more about the brewing process.

Get to know Oceanside on this remotely guided scavenger hunt through the city. The idea is to survive a zombie apocalypse by solving clues and finding items, while doing challenges with a zombie theme. You can chat with your host if you need assistance at any time. You’ll be competing against teams fighting apocalypses across the US.

Walk around Carlsbad while completing the Crazy Dash scavenger hunt. Use an app to find a list of objects around the city and participate in fun challenges for points. Collect points and take a look at your score compared to others around the country! All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Carlsbad.

Join us for a unique, private adventure in San Diego & the surrounding areas, with a guided tour in a motorcycle sidecar! Learn about the past & present of “America’s Finest City”, the birthplace of California, cruising in style! It's safe, it's fun, & it's an unforgettable experience of a lifetime! With Pegasus Sidecar Tours, your private driver and guide will take you on a tour around the beautiful San Diego area in our top-of-the-line 3-person sidecar rigs. This means 2 passengers can sit in the sidecar, and a third behind your personal driver and guide. Our helmets are equipped with industry leading SENA communication system offering 4-person HD audio connectivity, so you can talk directly with one another & with the guide during the entire tour. Pets are also allowed to ride along, for what is life without our furry friends! There is even a convertible top that can enclose the sidecar in case (by some rare chance in San Diego) it rains.Tours are private & highly customizable.

Explore Oceanside with Crazy Dash! Our scavenger hunt app allows you to explore the city to find items and perform tasks for points. Items can be found in any order you'd like. Check the rankings during your game to see your score and compare it to others around the country! All Crazy Dash scavenger hunts have a remote host that will chat with you during the game. Crazy Dash is our most laid-back scavenger hunt! Take your time and wander Oceanside with us today!

The sprawling coastline from Del Mar to Carlsbad is perfect for an electric bike rental. You can see every town in between and still have battery to spare! The coastal Highway 101 is just about as bike friendly as it gets, with designated bike lanes, or shared lanes where bikes may take the entire lane. We will get you all set up with Electric Bike, Lock, and Helmet for your ride. Not sure where to ride? We've got you covered with a map of the area to help you navigate. If you want us to show you around, then check out our electric bike tour of the coastline that we offer as well. See you soon!

This full-day bike experience has many shops and places to explore. Get ready for white-sand beaches, meditation gardens, canyon hiking, unique stops, and local history. We also include tasty restaurant options. The tour is a cell phone-guided tour. The map on your phone will show you the steps and the route we recommend. It will also show your position along the route, so you won’t get lost. When you get close to a scheduled stop, your app tour guide will share information, history and stories with you. Do not forget your earbuds or earphones for the best audio enjoyment. Our rental bikes come with a phone holder on the handlebar for your phone and a USB port to keep your phone charged from the bike's power source. Bring your phone charging cord and a nylon windbreaker with you even in the summer. It can get chilly along the coastal route.

Explore Carlsbad with Operation City Quest! Our scavenger hunt takes you around the city to find items in any order you want and perform exciting tasks for points. The scavenger hunt is done using an app and you'll be able to check the rankings feature anytime to see how you rank. Our scavenger hunt has a remote guide that will help along the way via chat. Let's get exploring in Carlsbad.

Pedego is the number one electric bike in America and is known for its comfortable, sit up straight ride. Our bikes are clean and well maintained. We give you ride suggestions and ideas to make your ride fun and adventurous. All bikes have a basket or saddlebags for your personal gear. We provide a helmet, lock for the bike and bottle of drinking water with each bike rental. Cruising the North Coast is beautiful along with great ocean views, excellent restaurants, and great beaches.

Limited on time, but still want to enjoy a fun and exciting experience? This is the tour for you. Our phone app guided tour will take you to white sand beaches, panoramic viewpoints, places to explore, beautiful gardens, local history and excellent restaurant and coffee house suggestions. All restaurant suggestions include links to their menu so you can decide if you want to stop. The app has eleven stops for you to enjoy along the 10 to 12 mile route. Experience North County like a “local” would with this tour. Forget traffic jams and parking hassles, get lots of fresh air and the thrill of riding a Pedego Electric Bike. The map on your phone will show you the stops and the route we recommend. It will also show your position along the route, so you will not get lost. When you get close to a scheduled stop, your tour guide will share information, history, and stories with you. Do not forget your ear bud or earphones for best audio enjoyment. Also bring your phone charging cord.

Our Golf Carts are new and attractive. Explore Carlsbad and Oceanside in the open air and feel like your on vacation.

This tour will take guests through these unique communities in North San Diego County; Del Mar, Solana Beach, and of course Torrey Pines. This tour is unique because we will be able to cover nearly 15 miles in 2.5-3 hours on capable and easy-to-use electric bike. All of our bikes have different levels of pedal assist, as well as different options for using a throttle. We have bikes suitable for riders 4'11" and taller, but we also have options for children! We have two (2) Rad Power Radwagon cargo bikes which have seats for up to two children. Additionally, we have child seats for children up to 45 pounds that can be installed on our electric bikes. Our tour guides have extensive knowledge of local cuisine, beer and wine options, artisans, art galleries, local surf spots, and so much more. If you have something that you are dying to see, do, or learn about while on the tour, please ask us! We love catering our tours to each group. Ask us about extending your ride with a rental!

Explore Oceanside with Operation City Quest! Our scavenger hunt takes you around the city to find items in any order you want and perform exciting tasks for points. The scavenger hunt is done using an app and you'll be able to check the rankings feature anytime to see how you rank. Our scavenger hunt has a remote guide that will help along the way via chat. Let's get exploring in Oceanside.

Combine your Carlsbad sightseeing with a fun-filled, family-friendly adventure when you book this smartphone scavenger hunt. Download the app upon purchasing, choose a start time that works best for your group’s schedule, and connect with a remote guide who will direct you as you explore the city. See the highlights, hunt out specific landmarks and objects, and participate in challenges to try and win as many points as possible.

Explore like a “local” and dine like you lived here, with this fun filled day tour. The idea is to share appetizers at up to five great restaurants listed on your electric bike tour route. Each restaurants menu is a click on your tour app. You will also stop at breathtaking vista points, white sand beaches, meditation gardens and learn about the history of our area. This tour is a cell phone guided tour. The map on your phone will display the stops and the route. It will also show your position along the route if your phones GPS in turned on, so you won’t get lost. When you get close to a scheduled stop, your app tour guide will share information, history, and stories with you. Bring your ear buds or headset for best audio and your phone charging cord. You can charge your phone from the bikes power source. The bike is equipped with a phone holder on the handlebar. No electric bike experience is required as long as you can ride a bike

The bikes we rent are clean, well maintained and fun to ride. The central location of our store provides easy access to the beach and all the great coastal villages of North County San Diego. Our store is located a block from the commuter train station in the Cedros Design District. You can use the train to come to our store from anywhere in San Diego and avoid the traffic. Looking for a guided tour instead of a rental? Check out our Full Day Explorer Tour listed here on our Trip Advisor page.