Carlsbad Flower Fields
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Carlsbad, CA
~$25 adult / ~$14 child (spring only)
By Simir Shah
★★★★★4.6(7,857 Google reviews)
What parents say
AI summary of 5 Google reviews — not a first-hand visit. How we write these
Buy tickets online ahead; reviewers say they can sell out. Paths are dirt with uphill stretches that reviewers flag as hard going for strollers. Comfortable shoes matter. The butterfly encounter and tractor ride cost extra on top of admission, which one reviewer resented. Weekday mornings are quietest.
Fifty acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus bloom in rainbow rows each spring — a flower first introduced to the area in the 1920s by horticulturist Luther Gage — open for just six to eight weeks from early March through early May. Tractor-drawn wagon rides loop through the display gardens, and the seasonal Sweet Pea Maze gives kids a place to run off energy among the blooms.
Good for
- Ages 0–2
- Stroller-friendly
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5704 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA
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What visitors say
- Katy Moga★★★★★
Unbelievable. In photos, the place is amazing. In real life, it’s breathtaking. I inherited my Green Thumb from my mother, who lives 2,100 miles away, and I had wanted to go for decades but held out until she & I could go together- it was well worth the wait. From entrance to exit, you won’t want to miss a beat. So well planned, beautifully maintained, not too crowded, go at your own pace… Perfection. For anyone that loves their own garden, it is an absolute joy. Tickets are incredibly affordable and an Uber from San Diego was $50, and it was a day i will never forget.
4 months ago
- Karina Carmona★★★★★
We visited the Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch on Saturday with my husband and friends, and we had such a beautiful experience. We stayed for over 2 hours and walked about 2.5 miles enjoying everything the fields have to offer. The flower fields are absolutely stunning so colorful and well maintained. One of our favorite parts was the butterfly encounter. It’s about $7 per person, and you get around 10 minutes inside (they’re pretty relaxed with timing, which is nice). Totally worth it! General admission was around $17 per person, and honestly, it was worth every penny for the views and experience. There’s also a tractor ride available for an extra fee (about $8–$10 per person), which is a great option if you want to relax and see more of the fields. Important tip: wear comfortable shoes because it’s mostly dirt paths and you’ll be walking quite a bit. Please be mindful of the flowers and respectful of the space especially with kids. It’s important not to damage or pick the flowers so everyone can enjoy them. Overall, a beautiful, peaceful, and memorable experience. Highly recommend visiting at least once!
5 months ago
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