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If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Cardiff State Beach, located 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from central Cardiff-by-the-Sea. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to San Elijo State Beach located nearby.
Encinitas Community Park is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from central Cardiff-by-the-Sea, why not stop by during your stay. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to San Elijo State Beach and Stagecoach Park, both nearby.
Eli Howard Surf School is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from central Cardiff-by-the-Sea, why not stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches.
After visiting Maggie Houlihan Memorial Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cardiff-by-the-Sea. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Beneath the laid-back surfer vibe, this coastal enclave hides world-class waves at Cardiff Reef where locals paddle out at dawn with religious devotion. San Elijo State Beach offers tide pools teeming with starfish and anemones between sessions. After catching the perfect wave, join the sandy-footed crowd at beachside taco shops where fish tacos come with ocean views. The coastal trail provides front-row seats to spectacular sunsets that explain why residents seem perpetually relaxed. While technically part of Encinitas, Cardiff-by-the-Sea maintains its distinct personality, where surf culture isn't a tourist attraction but a way of life. Nearby, Swami's Beach draws more experienced surfers to its legendary break.
There's a lot visitors like about Cardiff-by-the-Sea, especially its beaches and restaurants. You can easily spend a relaxing day visiting San Elijo State Beach and Encinitas Community Park. Popular sights in the surrounding area include LEGOLAND® California.
