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San Diego Botanic Garden featuring a pond and a park
San Diego Botanic Garden showing cuddly or friendly animals
Encinitas
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Encinitas Attractions

It's little wonder so many vacationers flock to Encinitas year after year. This enchanting city is brimming with fun things to do. Whether you're fond of sightseeing or attempting more thrilling activities, you won't have a dull moment here.

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Self Realization Fellowship - Stop for some quiet contemplation and find out a few things about this site's spiritual importance.

Moonlight State Beach - Play a game with the kids or simply sit back and enjoy the sun at this lovely coastal spot.

 

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Taking a long walk from Grandview Avenue toward Moonlight State Beach.

Moonlight State Beach

4.5/5(83 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Moonlight State Beach during your travels in Encinitas? Discover the sunsets and seafood restaurants in this walkable area.

Moonlight State Beach
San Diego Botanic Garden featuring a park and a pond

San Diego Botanic Garden

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Tour this enchanting garden that hosts lush shady corners, exotic garden designs and a huge collection of plant species from around the world.

San Diego Botanic Garden
Taken from the rock jetty at Ponto Beach in Carlsbad CA. in the distance is the coast of North County.

South Ponto Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at South Ponto Beach during your trip to Encinitas? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

South Ponto Beach
Walking through meditation garden at Self-Realization Fellowship. Can't beat the view & the gardens are so tranquil

Self Realization Fellowship

4.5/5(5 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Encinitas with a visit to Self Realization Fellowship. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Self Realization Fellowship
Switchback trail to the sea. 3.28.2015

Leucadia State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Leucadia State Beach during your trip to Encinitas? Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Leucadia State Beach
Beacon Beach

Beacon Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Beacon Beach during your trip to Encinitas? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Beacon Beach

Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens during your trip to Encinitas. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens

Encinitas Ranch Golf Course

5/5(1 review)

Play a round of golf in Encinitas at Encinitas Ranch Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

Encinitas Ranch Golf Course

Grandview Surf Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Grandview Surf Beach during your trip to Encinitas? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Grandview Surf Beach

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Leucadia

4.5/5(260 area reviews)

Experience the laid-back surf culture in this beach community, set on scenic bluffs along the North County coastline. Enjoy secluded beaches, savor local favorites like Haggo's Organic Taco, and explore unique shops like Shatto & Sons.

Leucadia
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