La Jolla Shores Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

La Jolla Shores
Birch Aquarium which includes marine life
Birch Aquarium showing marine life
Birch Aquarium featuring colourful reefs and marine life
Birch Aquarium showing marine life, coral and interior views

Popular places to visit

Birch Aquarium featuring marine life as well as a small group of people

Birch Aquarium

A popular attraction taking you deep into the Pacific waters, this aquarium dates back over 100 years and houses marine life from 60 different habitats.

Birch Aquarium
La Jolla Shores Park

La Jolla Shores Park

Relax, play and learn in a setting that is a very popular tourist destination. Surfers and other locals enjoy the park as well.

La Jolla Shores Park
La Jolla Cove as well as a small group of people

La Jolla Cove

A charming neighbourhood north of San Diego offering great shops, fine restaurants and pristine beaches as well as opportunities to get out and enjoy local sports.

La Jolla Cove
University of California, San Diego

University of California, San Diego

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of California, San Diego during your travels in La Jolla. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area or enjoy its surfing spots.

University of California, San Diego
Torrey Pines Golf Course

Torrey Pines Golf Course

Play a round of golf in La Jolla at Torrey Pines Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Torrey Pines Golf Course
La Jolla Beach

La Jolla Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at La Jolla Beach during your trip to La Jolla? Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.

La Jolla Beach

Activities

San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching Tour

AU$86
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching Tour
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

AU$83
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Whaley House Museum Day Tour

Whaley House Museum Day Tour

AU$21
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Whaley House Museum Day Tour
Deluxe Sunset & Day Sail Small Group

Deluxe Sunset & Day Sail Small Group

AU$180
per adult
Deluxe Sunset & Day Sail Small Group
Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion

Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion

AU$192
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion
Small-Group Sunset Sailing Experience on San Diego Bay

Small-Group Sunset Sailing Experience on San Diego Bay

AU$165
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Sunset Sailing Experience on San Diego Bay
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Our pick of the best La Jolla Shores Hotel Deals

La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel

3 out of 5
8110 Camino Del Oro, La Jolla, CA
The price is AU$418 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$418
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,367 reviews)
"The hotel was wonderful. The beachfront room was outstanding. The amenities from the restaurant to the towel and umbrella staff were outstanding. The quaint village had great restaurants and the hotel restaurant was great. We will stay there again. 5+ stars"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

La Jolla Shores Hotel
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$315 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$315
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,004 reviews)
"Great that there is an airport shuttle. Very convenient to cruise terminal."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar

4 out of 5
11915 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$212 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$212
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,664 reviews)
"Comfortable"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
Pendry San Diego

Pendry San Diego

5 out of 5
550 J Street, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$525 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$525
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
"Staff was so friendly and welcoming."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Pendry San Diego
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

3 out of 5
1617 1st Avenue, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$212 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
AU$212
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (538 reviews)
"Great Service"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter

4 out of 5
830 Sixth Avenue, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$222 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$222
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,910 reviews)
"Drinks were very good, food is good happy hour food great, room clean, staff is great and helpful."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Palihotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
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Other neighbourhoods around La Jolla Shores

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La Jolla Heights

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in La Jolla Heights and surrounding area, you can visit Birch Aquarium and La Jolla Beach.

La Jolla Heights
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Hidden Valley

Though Hidden Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial and La Jolla Beach.

Hidden Valley
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La Jolla Village

3/5(1 area review)

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are just a few notable features La Jolla Village is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Nobel Drive Station.

La Jolla Village
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Country Club

Country Club might not have many top sights, but La Jolla Cove and Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Country Club
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La Jolla Farms

While La Jolla Farms may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Black's Beach and Birch Aquarium.

La Jolla Farms
La Jolla Cove featuring general coastal views and rugged coastline as well as a small group of people

Village of La Jolla

While visiting Village of La Jolla, you might make a stop by sights like La Jolla Cove and Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego.

Village of La Jolla

La Jolla Shores Travel Guide

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