Who does not know those tiny plastic figures and bricks we all used to build houses and farms with? Just as we did, our children and even our grand children now live the joy of assembling new constructions and creating architectural wonders in the kid’s room, Legoland California in Carlsbad, CA does the same. Just bigger. Much bigger.
What to see at Legoland California:
Only 30 miles north of San Diego, you will become a child again, and you see children’s eyes blooming. Legoland California offers more than 50 attractions for kids between 2 and 12, and is constantly expanding. This year, the Legoland Waterpark opens at the end of May, right on Memorial Day weekend! So pack the family into your car and test the splash! There will be several slides for singe riders, groups of up to four, toddler areas and body slides. No matter which one you chose – bring a little patience for the lines, and of course your towel!
For those of you who want to save the $10 extra to the normal admission fee of $67 by skipping Legoland Waterpark, you are going to miss out on something very exciting for sure. However, there are many other adventures that will keep you and your loved ones busy for at least one day! Take a ride in the dragon at Knight’s Kingdom, allow the kids to ride their own horses at the Royal Joust, or let them run on the Hideaways, the playground our young ones will love for sure. You like sightseeing and traveling? Don’t go any further – Mini Land USA has the country’s most important attractions and fitting scenery built from the little bricks.
More than 15,000 different figures in the whole park are made out of Lego bricks, a total of 35 million bricks has been used to build them! It’s hard to imagine how many warehouses this could be. Any idea?
Legoland California in Carlsbad offers more though than just pure entertainment. It teaches basic driving skills at Volvo Driving School, makes up for the missed visit at the gym at the Fun Town Fire Academy and even shows you how the famous little Lego stones get molded, colored and packed.
Directions to Legoland California:
Legoland California
One LEGOLAND Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92008 USA
Legoland California is located in Carlsbad, about 30 minutes north of San Diego Downtown, and about 1 hour south of Anaheim. You to reach it from the coastal San Diego areas, take the Interstate 5 to Cannon Road East in Carlsbad and all you need to do then is to follow the signs that will take you to the parking lot. Be careful – parking is extra and hits hard with $12!
If you are traveling from North San Diego County Inland:
15 North or South to 78 West to 5 South, Cannon Road East exit
Visitors from East San Diego County (via Hotel Circle):
8 West to 5 North, Cannon Road East exit
If you drive from Los Angeles and Orange County:
405 South, merge to 5 South to Cannon Road East
Prices, coupons and discounts for Legoland California:
Legoland California, just like any other entertainment park in San Diego, can get quite pricy, especially when you are traveling with kids, which in this case you most likely will. Take advantage of a variety of Legoland coupons or San Diego combo tickets that allow you to visit other places as well, such as the San Diego Zoo or the Wild Animal Park.
Legoland regularly offers discounted tickets on their website www.legoland.com. Check it out before you head there, maybe you find some discount that is just right for you. AAA members can save big, too. Up to six visitors can save 10% off all ticket types. If you book your ticket via the San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau you will find some great deals too. Take some time for the coupon hunt, and enjoy your trip even more.
How was it?
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