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

4.5/5(25 reviews)

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

3.5/5(3 reviews)

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
Whaley House Museum Day Tour

Whaley House Museum Day Tour

AU$21
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Whaley House Museum Day Tour
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
San Diego: Old Town Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

San Diego: Old Town Ghost-Themed Walking Tour

AU$45
per adult
San Diego: Old Town Ghost-Themed Walking Tour
Belmont Park Ride and Play Pass

Belmont Park Ride and Play Pass

AU$101
per adult
Belmont Park Ride and Play Pass
Great Scenery

San Diego Sunset Cruise from Mission Bay

AU$60
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
San Diego Sunset Cruise from Mission 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
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! (1,375 reviews)
"Been coming here for over 30 years now. LaJolla Shores never disappoints. It truly is a jewel. We will be back!"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

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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$311 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$311
5 Oct - 6 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! (5,938 reviews)
"Room was great! Tile in bathroom was dirty. Sink did not function, front desk was notified. Otherwise a great stay, I'll be back"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

4 out of 5
1 Market Pl, San Diego, CA
The price is AU$469 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$469
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 6 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,829 reviews)
"Love the location, loved the hotel and the layout of the hotel. We had a great room that overlooked the water. Having all the little markets on the water was fun to explore. We got an updated room for an additional $25. I’m glad we did. It was a great room."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
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$197 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$197
13 Oct - 14 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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,604 reviews)
"Loved area convenient and very safe!"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Del Mar
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection

3 out of 5
1617 1st Avenue, San Diego, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$209 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
AU$209
14 Oct - 15 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! (467 reviews)
"Great staff, loved the beds and pillows. Would have loved a nicer pool area, it was clean but very basic. We really liked the proximity to little Italy."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,112 reviews)
Nice hotel
"The hotel was very nice, if a little dated, with a really nice pool area! It felt safe and I slept well here! The air conditioner was quiet which is a bonus in any hotel!"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

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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

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