The artsy city of Escondido awaits you
Enjoy the art galleries and other features of Escondido. Renowned for its zoo, hockey games and safari tours, this city welcomes all visitors. San Diego Zoo Safari Park and LEGOLAND® California are just a couple of the must-sees in the area. Many of our vacation rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters, and sometimes even a hot tub for a relaxing getaway.
Sightseeing in and around Escondido
Do you want to find attractions to visit while you're in the area? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and experience everything that makes Escondido a fun spot to vacation. These are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- San Diego Zoo Safari Park (5.6 mi / 8.9 km)
- LEGOLAND® California (13 mi / 21 km)
- Twin Oaks Golf Club (5.4 mi / 8.7 km)
- Rancho Bernardo Inn Course (6.3 mi / 10.1 km)
- Maderas Golf Club (6.8 mi / 11 km)
- La Costa Golf Courses - North and South (10.2 mi / 16.4 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Escondido
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Escondido is a great place to get outside. These are a few of the area's most enchanting natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park (8.6 mi / 13.9 km)
- Moonlight State Beach (13.2 mi / 21.3 km)
- San Elijo State Beach (13.3 mi / 21.4 km)
- Flower Fields of Carlsbad (13.4 mi / 21.5 km)
- South Carlsbad State Beach (13.5 mi / 21.7 km)
- Solana Beach (14.1 mi / 22.6 km)
Seasonal weather in Escondido
If you're planning a vacation around the weather, August, September, July and October are the hottest months to visit, when temperatures average 72°F.
Transportation to and around Escondido
The nearest airport is in Carlsbad, CA (CLD-McClellan-Palomar), located 11 mi (17.7 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you can also fly into San Diego, CA (SEE-Gillespie Field), which is 21.3 mi (34.3 km) away.