Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Vista February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Vista Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Vista.dx7493)[Hotels in Vista](https://expedia.ca/Vista-Hotels.d7493.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Vista](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Vista.d7493.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Vista Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Vista.d7493.Car-Rental-Guide)[Vista Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Vista.d7493.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Vista, CA ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Vista Types of activities [Vista travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Vista.dx7493) ![Entire view of a residential area from Double Peak Park in San Marcos, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7493/aa0e328e-203c-4e85-a2a0-2a9ef8edff25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Entire view of a residential area from Double Peak Park in San Marcos, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7493/aa0e328e-203c-4e85-a2a0-2a9ef8edff25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7493/390070ed-c95b-4be3-b747-70afaade5034.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Newly released butterfly reluctant to take wing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7493/00a6c58d-8e66-477a-bc71-79c1f1b790dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![New Years at the resort! Weather was perfect!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7493/2eb6c60e-7d10-4583-84f5-6e40da3e08f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Vista Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Vista 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 Vista 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 Vista 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. #### Vista 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 Vista. 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 Vista 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 Vista ### Tours & day trips [See all 23 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=7493&location=Vista&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 9.8/10 132 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $120 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-food-tour-and-wine-tasting.a1218331.activity-details?&rid=7493&location=Vista&swp=off) ![Oceanside Private Afternoon Tea Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50707667/9f427c42-0dcc-48ed-9eba-349b7051c077.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Oceanside Private Afternoon Tea Tours 3h Free cancellation available CA $120 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/oceanside-private-afternoon-tea-tours.a50707667.activity-details?&rid=7493&location=Vista&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 $21 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=7493&location=Vista&swp=off) ![Full Day Private SD Tour from Oceanside](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50731175/a499dcae-c8b2-4821-b4fc-e33e9dbd9d42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Private SD Tour from Oceanside 8h Free cancellation available CA $261 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-oceanside.a50731175.activity-details?&rid=7493&location=Vista&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 $261 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=7493&location=Vista&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 9.8/10 11 Viator 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=7493&location=Vista&swp=off) ![Oceanside Puzzling Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45939438/3cfb4bbe-65cb-4f2f-9e72-1d51af3e889d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Oceanside Puzzling Adventure 3h Free cancellation available CA $48 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/oceanside-puzzling-adventure.a45939438.activity-details?&rid=7493&location=Vista&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=7493&location=Vista&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 $410 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=7493&location=Vista&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 $1,079 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=7493&location=Vista&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=7493&location=Vista&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Leucadia Beach Surf Lessons](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45915770/3d2b9d26-d581-4aaa-8f55-f6c53093dee3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Leucadia Beach Surf Lessons 1h 30m 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $164 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/leucadia-beach-surf-lessons.a45915770.activity-details?&rid=7493&location=Vista&swp=off) ![Surfing Experience and Lessons](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4089143/4ed44d78-a413-43f2-b5d6-4fca0a8c76dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surfing Experience and Lessons 2h 30m 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $258 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/surfing-experience-and-lessons.a4089143.activity-details?&rid=7493&location=Vista&swp=off) ![Private Surf Lesson in North San Diego](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5062362/771cffcd-2368-4ac8-9fe4-65e91495b773.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Surf Lesson in North San Diego 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $144 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-surf-lesson-in-north-san-diego.a5062362.activity-details?&rid=7493&location=Vista&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=7493&location=Vista&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 9.8/10 11 Viator 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=7493&location=Vista&swp=off) ![Private North County San Diego Electric Bike and Hike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5136305/873a59f3-554d-4be7-bc1f-06fa22be8052.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private North County San Diego Electric Bike and Hike Tour 3h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $144 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-north-county-san-diego-electric-bike-and-hike-tour.a5136305.activity-details?&rid=7493&location=Vista&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 11 Viator reviews 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=7493&location=Vista&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Vista | Number of things to do | 30 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | 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)[Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures](/things-to-do/oceanside-whale-and-dolphin-watching-adventures.a477590.activity-details)[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)[Open Boat Whale Watching](/things-to-do/open-boat-whale-watching.a50348144.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures](/things-to-do/oceanside-whale-and-dolphin-watching-adventures.a477590.activity-details)[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)[Open Boat Whale Watching](/things-to-do/open-boat-whale-watching.a50348144.activity-details)[Oceanside Puzzling Adventure](/things-to-do/oceanside-puzzling-adventure.a45939438.activity-details) | | With kids | [LEGOLAND® California Resort](/things-to-do/legoland-california-resort.a169428.activity-details)[Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures](/things-to-do/oceanside-whale-and-dolphin-watching-adventures.a477590.activity-details)[Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting](/things-to-do/carlsbad-food-tour-and-wine-tasting.a1218331.activity-details)[Open Boat Whale Watching](/things-to-do/open-boat-whale-watching.a50348144.activity-details)[Oceanside Private Afternoon Tea Tours](/things-to-do/oceanside-private-afternoon-tea-tours.a50707667.activity-details) | ## What to do in Vista --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Vista ![Young people relax in swimming pool at bubble bath.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532638719/027a936f-6e0d-4b68-88f9-5592f9fe852c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Wave Waterpark Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at The Wave Waterpark during your visit to Vista. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Wave-Waterpark-Vista.d553248621532638719.Vacation-Attraction) ![Gazebo or pavilion at sunrise in a tropical garden with willow and palm trees at Alta Vista park in Vista, Southern California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532638735/08f95286-2b37-4282-8aa1-875c936fd985.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alta Vista Gardens Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Alta Vista Gardens, a lovely green space in Vista. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Alta-Vista-Gardens-Vista.d553248621532638735.Vacation-Attraction) ![theatre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532638734/facad02f-d6a2-4d8d-bc8c-95b867c84a8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Broadway Theatre You can get tickets for a performance at Broadway Theatre during your trip to Vista. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its surfing spots. [](https://expedia.ca/Broadway-Theatre-Vista.d553248621532638734.Vacation-Attraction) #### Moonlight Ampitheatre You can enjoy a show at Moonlight Ampitheatre during your trip to Vista. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Moonlight-Ampitheatre-Vista.d553248621532638736.Vacation-Attraction) #### Cal-a-vie Enjoy a trip to Cal-a-vie and popular activities like surfing in Vista. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.ca/Cal-A-Vie-Vista.d553248621532638744.Vacation-Attraction) #### Boomers Vista Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Boomers Vista during your visit to Vista. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Boomers-Vista-Vista.d553248621532638717.Vacation-Attraction) #### Rancho Guajome Adobe You can find out about the history of Vista when you stop by Rancho Guajome Adobe. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Rancho-Guajome-Adobe-Vista.d660045037642911744.Vacation-Attraction) #### Avo Playhouse You can make plans for a show at Avo Playhouse on your trip to Vista. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the surfing spots. [](https://expedia.ca/Avo-Playhouse-Vista.d553248621532638733.Vacation-Attraction) #### California Fruit Wine Take the family on an outing to California Fruit Wine during your trip to Vista. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's beautiful sunsets. [](https://expedia.ca/California-Fruit-Wine-Vista.d553248621532639871.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 Vista ![DYARBW Lake Hodges Dam. Escondido, California, United States.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7852/a34aee30-fef6-4572-8071-46eb7bb9d414.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Escondido ![Oceanside](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9154/4dd501e5-a647-4ad5-8696-4955bac0424d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Oceanside ![California State San Marcos, California, USA. This is a 4 image aerial panoramic.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55946/65cbdc81-51fc-4f5f-8184-755d2280da3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San Marcos ![Southern California Hiking Trail Landscape Series, Monserate Mountain Land Conservancy Preserve, and Black Mt in Fallbrook, California, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182959/b0f5355e-5e24-4711-804f-b17a82cc12be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bonsall ![Panoramic view of San Marcos community near the Lake San Marcos in San Diego, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182988/b9205077-ee1c-43a7-8e21-bc6de9cd579f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lake San Marcos ![Carlsbad](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056550/6dda68e1-544f-4579-a0c9-eb6c39b73ec0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Carlsbad ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Vista worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Vista? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Vista? ### Is three days enough to stay in Vista? ### Is Vista a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Vista with kids? > - [LEGOLAND® California Resort](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/legoland-california-resort.a169428.activity-details) > - [Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/oceanside-whale-and-dolphin-watching-adventures.a477590.activity-details) > - [Carlsbad Food Tour and Wine Tasting](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/carlsbad-food-tour-and-wine-tasting.a1218331.activity-details) > - [Open Boat Whale Watching](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/open-boat-whale-watching.a50348144.activity-details) > - [Oceanside Private Afternoon Tea Tours](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/oceanside-private-afternoon-tea-tours.a50707667.activity-details) ### What to do in Vista for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Vista? ![](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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