Joshua's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Meditation Gardens
215 W K StA unique and peaceful break from the hustle and bustle.
The heart and center of Encinitas beaches, this little coastal alcove has been treasured by us since the town’s start!
322 locals recommend
Moonlight Beach
400 B StThe heart and center of Encinitas beaches, this little coastal alcove has been treasured by us since the town’s start!
For only a couple dollars, this beautiful landscape is a must see. Great for the family or long walks with the partner.
196 locals recommend
San Diego Botanic Garden
300 Quail Gardens DrFor only a couple dollars, this beautiful landscape is a must see. Great for the family or long walks with the partner.
If you’re a military history buff, you’ll definitely get some enjoyment from this awesome museum! Located in San Diego the Midway is a historic treasure that you can self tour and investigate.
775 locals recommend
USS Midway Museum
910 N Harbor DrIf you’re a military history buff, you’ll definitely get some enjoyment from this awesome museum! Located in San Diego the Midway is a historic treasure that you can self tour and investigate.
Food scene
If you want some great fish tacos, you can’t beat the Fish Shop.
21 locals recommend
Encinitas Fish Shop
1010 S Coast Hwy 101If you want some great fish tacos, you can’t beat the Fish Shop.
Best and most authentic tacos in town. Worth a visit for lunch or a quick dinner.
65 locals recommend
The Taco Stand
642 S Coast Hwy 101Best and most authentic tacos in town. Worth a visit for lunch or a quick dinner.
When you’re ready for a delicious dinner with a romantic view, Pacific Grill is the go to. Don’t hesitate to utilize their valet parking service as parking nearby can be a real hassle.
121 locals recommend
Pacific Coast Grill
2526 S Coast Hwy 101When you’re ready for a delicious dinner with a romantic view, Pacific Grill is the go to. Don’t hesitate to utilize their valet parking service as parking nearby can be a real hassle.
Your one stop shop for healthy food and an enjoyable shopping experience. Lazy has a hot bar as well if you’re not feeling up to cooking.
69 locals recommend
Lazy Acres
150 Encinitas BlvdYour one stop shop for healthy food and an enjoyable shopping experience. Lazy has a hot bar as well if you’re not feeling up to cooking.
Traveler advice
Getting around
Bikes are great, but be ready to climb some hills!
A bike can certainly get you anywhere you want to go in town, but users should be aware that we have some steep hills! Electric bicycles are available at certain places to save the day for anyone not feeling up to the challenge!
Getting around
The Coaster is a great travel system.
The Coaster is a train service that cuts through the center of downtown Encinitas and can get you to San Diego, Solana Beach, Carlsbad, and more. Don’t hesitate to check the schedule and hop on board for a fun day-outing.