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February 28, 2026
Carlsbad, CA
#wilkgetmarriedsoon

Rachel & Kirk

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Things To Do

The Wedding Website of Rachel Thomson and Kirk Wilkinson
We hope you will enjoy your stay in an amazing Southern California location. There are several fun places in North Park, San Diego- this an area we have spent many weekends in and if you have time on your way in, it is worth the stop! Below we've listed some attractions local to Carlsbad and the Greater San Diego area for families, as well as Disneyland!

Wormwood

4677 30th Street, San Diego, CA 92116

If you are looking for an early date night to kick off the weekend, this is one of our favorite restaurants. We highly recommend the, "coquille saint Jacques"- scallop on the shell and the "Carpe Diem" for a special evening!

An's Dry Cleaning

3017 Adams Avenue, San Diego, CA 92116

Voted #1 in the country on USA Today- this is Rachel's favorite ice cream shop! If you are in town early, she highly recommends this delicious treat!

Pretzels & Pints

3812 Ray Street, San Diego, CA 92104

We stopped in at this fun Philly inspired bar the weekend we toured our wedding venue. They have a variety of beer and fun pretzels, and it is perfect for a board game or two!

Polite Provisions

4696 30th Street, San Diego, CA 92116

Another unique spot we've enjoyed! They have a variety of beautiful cocktails- including the retired "Princess Peach."

Annie's Canyon Trail - Solana Hills Trailhead Parking Area

450 Solana Hills Drive, Solana Beach, CA 92075

We went for a hike here while we were waiting to window shop for Center Stones on Rachel's engagement ring.

The Flower Fields

5704 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Opens on Sunday, March 1! It is directly across the street from the venue, and you will be able to see the gorgeous blooms from afar! You can also see the flowers from the Flower Field Observation Deck: 5770 Armada Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Carlsbad Village

Carlsbad, CA

Delicious restaurants and bars just 4 miles from the Wedding Venue on the I-5 North.

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations

18169 Von Karman Avenue, Irvine, CA 92612

Our first date location <3 A great stop for a drink if you fly through SNA or are driving through Orange County via the I-405.

Disneyland Park

Anaheim, CA 92802

An opportunity you may want to extend your trip for :) Kirk and I spent the day at Disneyland with the Nick Phillips' Family and Katie and Kevin in 2024. It was a nostalgic day filled with laughter and fun! It is best to fly through SNA for ease of access.

LEGOLAND California

One Legoland Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Private Entrance available with Hotel Room Block at The Westin.

USS Midway Museum

910 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101

We went here with Barry last holiday season when he came to visit California! It is a great museum with lots to see inside and outside- amazing views!:)

Museum of Making Music

5790 Armada Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008

San Diego Zoo Safari Park

15500 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, CA 92027

San Diego Zoo

2920 Zoo Drive, San Diego, CA 92101

SeaWorld San Diego

500 Sea World Drive, San Diego, CA 92109

San Diego Museum Month!

70+ museums are available for you to enjoy at 50% off- including the ones at Balboa Park. Check out the link for more information!