LEGOLAND California Guide

Planning a trip to LEGOLAND California? You’re in the right place. As someone who’s navigated the popular theme park countless times, I’ll guide you to the best rides, ticket deals, and tips for planning your day.

We also share essential information on park amenities, from stroller rentals to where to eat.

Get the Most Out of Your Visit

Save on Tickets

Top 5 Reasons to Visit

Must See Highlights

Dining

Getting There: Map, Parking & Directions

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Save Money on LEGOLAND Tickets

LEGOLAND California is included on two sightseeing passes. And there are two places to save on admission. You’ll need to crunch numbers to decide which method is best for your visit.

Directly Through LEGOLAND

Sometimes LEGOLAND runs its own promotions. You can also buy parking and upgrades here.

Buy on LEGOLAND.com

Our Ticket Site

Compare direct tickets with our ticket site, which sometimes can be lower. Use promo code LEGO.

BUY DISCOUNT TICKETS

San Diego CityPASS

Includes Birch Aquarium, USS Midway, Seaworld, LEGOLAND and a few others. Use promo code FALL for $5 off.

SAVE ON CITYPASS

Go City San Diego

Save up to 50% on over 50 attractions including La Jolla water sports rentals and Birch Aquarium. Use promo code GOSDO5LJM for 5%.

Use Go City

Miniland at LEGOLAND California Resort in San Diego

Tips for visiting LEGOLAND Brick-or-Treat Party Nights Halloween event

Top 5 Reasons To Visit

If you have a LEGO enthusiast or were one yourself, it’s a chance to immerse yourself in an incredible land dedicated to LEGO bricks and characters
For early park admission, you can stay at one of the two onsite hotels (LEGOLAND Hotel and LEGOLAND Castle Hotel).
Rides, games, and live entertainment are geared toward ages 2-12.
You can upgrade your day from shorter line waits to VIP tours and other extras.
Special events throughout the year, including Halloween, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve add extra fun.

Legoland California
Photo courtesy of LEGOLAND California

Must-See Highlights

Miniland USA: See famous cities and landmarks meticulously recreated with LEGO bricks.
Interactive Play areas where all ages can build with more bricks than one probably has at home.
LEGO Factory Tour: Get a behind-the-scenes look at how LEGO bricks are made.
NINJAGO World with its interactive rides and characters.
The seasonal Water Park with its slides and pools.
Brick-or-Treat Party Nights during Halloween season,

LEGOLAND California Dining

The most popular food items at LEGOLAND California are the desserts. Try Granny’s Apple Fries dusted with cinnamon sugar and topped with whipped cream or the churros dipped in Belgian chocolate. There’s also Dole Whip and various ice cream treats.

Outside of desserts, the food is just okay. We’ve had good barbecue plates at Knight’s Smokehouse BBQ and I’ve always thought it was nice to find healthy options like the salad bar at Fun Town’s Urban Kitchen. You can also get burgers, ramen, gluten-free, and vegetarian options.

For $19.99, you can enjoy all-you-can-drink soft drinks at select outlets using a Coca-Cola Freestyle collector cup with chip technology. Outside of that there are no packaged ticket deals that include dining.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Getting There

Address

One Legoland Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Pre-Book Parking

Cars: $30
Campers/RVs: $50
Motorcycles: $30
Preferred Parking from: $40

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Check Hours

Ensure the park is open during your dates, as it closes on some Tuesdays and Wednesdays during the off-peak season.

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LEGOLAND California Map and Directions

Most people drive or take an Uber to LEGOLAND.

Getting There by Public Transportation

Check the MTS trip planner for possible routes. You could take the Coaster to Carlsbad Poinsettia Station and take a short Uber from there.

LEGOLAND California Directions

From I-5 (North or South): Get off on Canon Road and head east. Go right on LEGOLAND Drive and follow the signs.

Dropping off kids and not staying?
No problem. Before you get to the park’s tollbooths, look for the large LEGO WELCOME structure on and turn left into this horseshoe-shaped drop-off area.

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