Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Lake San Marcos January 2026 | Expedia.ca [Lake San Marcos Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Lake-San-Marcos.dx182988)[Hotels in Lake San Marcos](https://expedia.ca/Lake-San-Marcos-Hotels.d182988.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Lake San Marcos Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Lake-San-Marcos.d182988.Car-Rental-Guide)[Lake San Marcos Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Lake-San-Marcos.d182988.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Lake San Marcos, CA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Lake San Marcos Types of activities [Lake San Marcos travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Lake-San-Marcos.dx182988) ## Lake San Marcos Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Lake San Marcos has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Lake San Marcos is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Lake San Marcos to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Lake San Marcos Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Lake San Marcos. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Lake San Marcos attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Lake San Marcos ### Tours & day trips [See all 18 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=182988&location=Lake+San+Marcos&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1218331/0c571b30-bf1e-423a-b10b-dc018beadc4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting 3h 8.8/10 10 reviews Free cancellation available CA $115 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-food-tour-and-wine-tasting.a1218331.activity-details?&rid=182988&location=Lake+San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Encinitas Food Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1218332/be738713-5e48-4415-b3c4-0751d2e0c320.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Encinitas Food Tour 3h Free cancellation available CA $132 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/encinitas-vegan-and-vegetarian-food-tour.a1218332.activity-details?&rid=182988&location=Lake+San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Full Day Private SD Tour from Carlsbad](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50707551/8804995a-66c1-4365-aaa8-b8f111023bfd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Private SD Tour from Carlsbad 7h 30m Free cancellation available CA $262 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-private-sd-tour-from-carlsbad.a50707551.activity-details?&rid=182988&location=Lake+San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Beachside Moped Rentals](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44884665/c9f9bf0a-8c08-417d-bc7e-a481352e8a8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Beachside Moped Rentals 8h Free cancellation available CA $204 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/beachside-moped-rentals.a44884665.activity-details?&rid=182988&location=Lake+San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/700842/167c3fbb-b9de-4f99-b69a-d4c981862c74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental 3h 8/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-3-hour-electric-bike-rental.a700842.activity-details?&rid=182988&location=Lake+San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Carlsbad Seaside Village Private Tour from Los Angeles](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50702536/76926de1-0155-4538-a41b-16291e1cfb45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad Seaside Village Private Tour from Los Angeles 9h Free cancellation available CA $1,082 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-seaside-village-private-tour-from-los-angeles.a50702536.activity-details?&rid=182988&location=Lake+San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Private Temecula Wine Tour from Escondido](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50717529/11d57b43-bb20-4b52-86f4-ae8b033b5f0d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Temecula Wine Tour from Escondido 8h Free cancellation available CA $412 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-temecula-wine-tour-from-escondido.a50717529.activity-details?&rid=182988&location=Lake+San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Carlsbad: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of the Village by the Sea](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50712228/caf287fc-8f40-4311-a27a-1f7aa6af1db6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of the Village by the Sea 2h Free cancellation available CA $16 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-a-self-guided-walking-tour-of-the-village-by-the-sea.a50712228.activity-details?&rid=182988&location=Lake+San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Private Temecula Wine Tour from Carlsbad](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50717284/14834e6c-08f0-48c1-b199-d33bb68d07ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Temecula Wine Tour from Carlsbad 8h Free cancellation available CA $387 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-temecula-wine-tour-from-carlsbad.a50717284.activity-details?&rid=182988&location=Lake+San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Local Guided Electric Bike Tour from Solana Beach to Encinitas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5009685/69c5ab37-48f5-4493-95ca-c09b773693cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Local Guided Electric Bike Tour from Solana Beach to Encinitas 2h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $130 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/local-guided-electric-bike-tour-from-solana-beach-to-encinitas.a5009685.activity-details?&rid=182988&location=Lake+San+Marcos&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=182988&location=Lake+San+Marcos&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/700842/167c3fbb-b9de-4f99-b69a-d4c981862c74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental 3h 8/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-3-hour-electric-bike-rental.a700842.activity-details?&rid=182988&location=Lake+San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Local Guided Electric Bike Tour from Solana Beach to Encinitas](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5009685/69c5ab37-48f5-4493-95ca-c09b773693cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Local Guided Electric Bike Tour from Solana Beach to Encinitas 2h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $130 includes taxes & fees per adult 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available CA $165 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/leucadia-beach-surf-lessons.a45915770.activity-details?&rid=182988&location=Lake+San+Marcos&swp=off) ![Reiki 1 Transformative Training Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49979457/a8b6aa62-c0e8-48f7-8279-30c21d5eaf0f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Reiki 1 Transformative Training Experience 8h 30m Free cancellation available CA $521 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/reiki-1-transformative-training-experience.a49979457.activity-details?&rid=182988&location=Lake+San+Marcos&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Lake San Marcos | Number of things to do | 23 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission](/things-to-do/mission-san-luis-rey-museum-admission.a1389585.activity-details): CA $11 | | Top 5 things to do | [LEGOLAND® California Resort](/things-to-do/legoland-california-resort.a169428.activity-details)[Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission](/things-to-do/mission-san-luis-rey-museum-admission.a1389585.activity-details)[Carlsbad Village Team Trivia Hunt: New 2024 Mobile App!](/things-to-do/carlsbad-village-scavenger-hunt-walking-tour.a3352475.activity-details)[Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting](/things-to-do/carlsbad-food-tour-and-wine-tasting.a1218331.activity-details)[Carlsbad: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of the Village by the Sea](/things-to-do/carlsbad-a-self-guided-walking-tour-of-the-village-by-the-sea.a50712228.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Mission San Luis Rey Museum Admission](/things-to-do/mission-san-luis-rey-museum-admission.a1389585.activity-details)[Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting](/things-to-do/carlsbad-food-tour-and-wine-tasting.a1218331.activity-details)[Carlsbad: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of the Village by the Sea](/things-to-do/carlsbad-a-self-guided-walking-tour-of-the-village-by-the-sea.a50712228.activity-details)[Private North County San Diego Electric Bike and Hike Tour](/things-to-do/private-north-county-san-diego-electric-bike-and-hike-tour.a5136305.activity-details)[Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental](/things-to-do/carlsbad-3-hour-electric-bike-rental.a700842.activity-details) | | With kids | [LEGOLAND® California Resort](/things-to-do/legoland-california-resort.a169428.activity-details)[Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting](/things-to-do/carlsbad-food-tour-and-wine-tasting.a1218331.activity-details)[Private North County San Diego Electric Bike and Hike Tour](/things-to-do/private-north-county-san-diego-electric-bike-and-hike-tour.a5136305.activity-details)[Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental](/things-to-do/carlsbad-3-hour-electric-bike-rental.a700842.activity-details)[Encinitas Food Tour](/things-to-do/encinitas-vegan-and-vegetarian-food-tour.a1218332.activity-details) | ## What to do in Lake San Marcos --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Lake San Marcos ![California State University San Marcos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/fe18a5838e8943a9ebf442da99e33615.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### California State University San Marcos Walk around the campus at California State University San Marcos during your visit to San Marcos. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the surfing spots. [](https://expedia.ca/California-State-University-San-Marcos-San-Marcos.d553248633978679959.Vacation-Attraction) ![Double Peak Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8b8b1d354079b67ae3be12be14a732d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Double Peak Park 5/5(1 review) After visiting Double Peak Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Marcos. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Double-Peak-Park-San-Marcos.d553248621532638724.Vacation-Attraction) #### Twin Oaks Golf Club Play a round of golf in San Marcos at Twin Oaks Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Discover the lively breweries and great live music in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Twin-Oaks-Golf-Club-San-Marcos.d553248621532638732.Vacation-Attraction) #### Palomar College Explore the campus of Palomar College as part of your travels around San Marcos. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its surfing spots. [](https://expedia.ca/Palomar-College-San-Marcos.d553248633978679882.Vacation-Attraction) #### Lake San Marcos Executive Course Play a round of golf at Lake San Marcos Executive Course and enjoy other activities in San Marcos such as surfing. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Lake-San-Marcos-Executive-Course-San-Marcos.d553248621532638722.Vacation-Attraction) #### St. Mark Golf Club Play a round of golf in Lake San Marcos at St. Mark Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/St-Mark-Golf-Club-San-Marcos.d553248621532638723.Vacation-Attraction) #### San Elijo Hills Dog Park After visiting San Elijo Hills Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Marcos. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/San-Elijo-Hills-Dog-Park-San-Marcos.d906188697756979200.Vacation-Attraction) #### Regal Edwards San Marcos You can take time to visit Regal Edwards San Marcos during your travels to San Marcos. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Regal-Edwards-San-Marcos-San-Marcos.d941654016230883328.Vacation-Attraction) #### Montiel Dog Park After visiting Montiel Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Marcos. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Montiel-Dog-Park-San-Marcos.d906193653260001280.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Lake San Marcos ![Vista](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/adddf0af521093fa2716a30e4ca56cb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Vista ![San Marcos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/372f838d592b719df2328e18549a091c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San Marcos ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lake San Marcos worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Lake San Marcos? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Lake San Marcos? ### Is three days enough to stay in Lake San Marcos? ### Is Lake San Marcos a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Lake San Marcos with kids? > - [LEGOLAND® California Resort](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/legoland-california-resort.a169428.activity-details) > - [Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-food-tour-and-wine-tasting.a1218331.activity-details) > - [Private North County San Diego Electric Bike and Hike Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-north-county-san-diego-electric-bike-and-hike-tour.a5136305.activity-details) > - [Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-3-hour-electric-bike-rental.a700842.activity-details) > - [Encinitas Food Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/encinitas-vegan-and-vegetarian-food-tour.a1218332.activity-details) ### What to do in Lake San Marcos for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Lake San Marcos? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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