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Discover Carlsbad Village: Your Food Tour and Wine Tasting in Carlsbad

Discover the flavors and stories of Carlsbad Village on a guided tasting walk that offers six mouth-watering food samplings at unique local eateries, including the famous strawberry shortcake from The Strawberry Shack; you’ll sip local favorites while learning the history of California wines and how they shaped the region. Your knowledgeable guides bring the past to life with insightful historical, architectural and cultural presentations that highlight the architectural jewels and early days of Carlsbad, creating an insider’s view of old and new Carlsbad Village. This relaxed tour is designed to entice your taste buds and stimulate your mind as you slow down to explore off-the-beaten-path areas, local culture and foodie fun in Carlsbad, making it an ideal experience to pair with a stay booked through Varoom.

About this activity in Carlsbad Village

Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Highlights

  • Taste six curated food and wine samplings at unique local eateries, including the famed Strawberry Shortcake from The Strawberry Shack in Carlsbad Village.
  • Enjoy insider stories on the village’s architectural gems and historical moments as your guide brings the area’s past to life.
  • Sip local California wines and sample regional specialties that showcase the coastal flavors and culinary scene here.
  • Explore off-the-beaten-path corners of the village, combining foodie discoveries with cultural and scenic insights.

Important Information

  • This is a guided walking tour across Carlsbad Village; please wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather as the experience runs rain or shine.
  • You’ll receive food and wine tastings included in your booking; transportation and gratuities are not covered.
  • The experience is family-friendly but note the minimum drinking age is 21 for alcohol tastings and children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • The route and venues are wheelchair accessible; let the operator know any dietary requirements at booking and infants may ride in a pram or sit on an adult’s lap.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide outside The Strawberry Shack in Carlsbad Village - look for the group near the shop entrance at the heart of the village to begin the walking tour.

Includes

  • Join a guided walking tour led by a professional guide through Carlsbad Village and the surrounding area - ideal if you want an immersive, easy-to-follow sightseeing experience.
  • Taste local food and wine as part of the experience - a curated sampling that showcases regional flavors while you explore.
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges are included so the price you see is the price you pay at booking.

Excludes

  • Gratuities are not included - tip your guide if you enjoyed the experience.
  • Transportation to and from the meeting point is not provided, so plan your arrival in advance.

Other

  • Wheelchair accessible - all areas and surfaces are accessible so you can enjoy the route comfortably in the area.
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible when used for any transfers or nearby public links.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; note that infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap during portions where seating is limited.
  • Service animals are allowed, ensuring travelers with assistance needs can participate.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, making it easy to reach the meeting point from across town.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels - the pace and route accommodate a wide range of abilities.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times for safety and supervision.
  • Minimum drinking age is 21 years for any alcohol included in tastings.
  • Dress code is smart casual - dress comfortably but neatly for walkable streets and tasting stops.
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking so food and wine tastings can be accommodated as best as possible.
  • Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately for sun, wind or rain when you join the experience.

Customer Reviews

10/10
Based on 10 Reviews
S9035WDdianab
Oct 26, 2025 09:17:30 PM
Summary: Great experience for a girls trip! We’re in Carlsbad for a few days & decided on this food & wine tour. Ben was our tour guide & did a great job with our big group. I would highly recommend this tour!
Carol_G
Oct 23, 2025 01:11:48 PM
Summary: David was excellent as a tour guide! The food was delicious and we learned so much of the history of Carlsbad.
O5642PXtimw
Oct 23, 2025 10:46:40 AM
Summary: Excellent guide and food. A number of different cuisines were included. All food was great. Tour included a small wine tasting and a nice sampling of Gelato. All in all a very nice experience including some historical information. Information also provided on other restaurants not included on the tour. Well worth it.

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Know more about Carlsbad Village

You’ll enjoy a guided walking tour with six mouth-watering food samplings at unique eateries, including Strawberry Shortcake from The Strawberry Shack, plus local wine sips while you learn about California wine history and the village’s architecture and culture.
The experience is wheelchair accessible with wheelchair-accessible transportation options nearby and all areas and surfaces accessible, making it suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at the time of booking so the guide and participating eateries can accommodate your needs during the six food samplings.
Yes. The tour is family-friendly-infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller and infants must sit on an adult’s lap-but children must be accompanied by an adult and the minimum drinking age for wine tastings is 21.
Dress smart casual as requested and keep in mind the tour operates in all weather conditions, so please dress appropriately for the forecast to stay comfortable during the walking portions.
You can get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before departure; gratuities are not included, and transportation to the meeting point is not provided.