La Jolla Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

La Jolla which includes general coastal views, a sandy beach and swimming
La Jolla
La Jolla
La Jolla
La Jolla
La Jolla is an affluent but relaxed and picturesque northern suburb of San Diego, best known for its beaches and dramatic coastline.

La Jolla, pronounced “La Hoya”, means “The Jewel” in Spanish and certainly lives up to its name. With upmarket boutiques, galleries and restaurants, pretty La Jolla offers an indulgent, romantic escape. The great weather and clear waters draw the summer crowds to La Jolla’s beaches all year long. Go swimming, surfing, scuba diving and kayaking, or simply laze on the water’s edge. Sea lions and seals will show you how it’s done they sunbathe in La Jolla Cove.

Where to stay in La Jolla

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La Jolla Shores

While visiting La Jolla Shores, you might make a stop by sights like La Jolla Beach and Birch Aquarium.

La Jolla Shores
La Jolla Cove showing rugged coastline and general coastal views 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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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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Torrey Pines

Pristine beaches, ample dining options, and top golf courses are just a few top things to explore in Torrey Pines. A visit to Black's Beach or Torrey Pines Golf Course might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at UC San Diego Central Campus Station or VA Medical Center Station to get around town.

Torrey Pines
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Beach Barber Tract

If you're spending some time in Beach Barber Tract, Windansea Beach and Marine Street Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Beach Barber Tract
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Bird Rock

If you're spending some time in Bird Rock, Pacific Beach and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

Bird Rock
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
4 out of 5
4240 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla, CA
The price is AU$256 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$256
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,679 reviews)
"Biggest gym I've seen in a hotel"

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
La Jolla Cove Suites
La Jolla Cove Suites
3 out of 5
1155 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA
The price is AU$227 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$227
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Book a stay at this beach hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Ok for price. If orice was 30% less I would say excellent"

Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025

La Jolla Cove Suites
Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
4 out of 5
7955 La Jolla Shores Drive, La Jolla, CA
The price is AU$350 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$350
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy room service, a fitness center, and wired Internet (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (268 reviews)
"The hotel is nice-friendly staff and clean rooms and grounds. The location is great! It is within walking distance of La Jolla Shores beach and shopping/dining area. I will stay there again!"

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

Hotel La Jolla, Curio Collection by Hilton
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Stunning Private Spanish Casita “La Jolla’s Secret Jewel” blocks to Beach/ Cove
Stunning Private Spanish Casita “La Jolla’s Secret Jewel” blocks to Beach/ Cove
San Diego
Stay at this vacation home in La Jolla. Enjoy a garden, balconies, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
La Jolla tour
"location location! Nice place one bedroom and living area. Host very friendly and helpful. Easy walk to beach and restaurant. Grocery store close too. Parking on the street which was never too bad."

Reviewed on 7 Feb. 2025

Stunning Private Spanish Casita “La Jolla’s Secret Jewel” blocks to Beach/ Cove
La Jolla Shores Beach Bungalow. Steps to the Beach, Shopping, Restaurants & more
La Jolla Shores Beach Bungalow. Steps to the Beach, Shopping, Restaurants & more
San Diego
Book a stay at this beach apartment in La Jolla. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Mission Bay and Mission ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Great place
"We really enjoyed our stay here. It was clean and everything we needed for amenities they had. I will definitely come here again. Restaurants are literally all around and beach is walking distance. Love.. love this place."

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2025

La Jolla Shores Beach Bungalow. Steps to the Beach, Shopping, Restaurants & more
Spanish Casita in the Village of La Jolla - Walk to Everything
Spanish Casita in the Village of La Jolla - Walk to Everything
La Jolla
Stay at this vacation home in La Jolla. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (228 reviews)
Very convenient access to all of the Village of La Jolla
"Ver satisfactory. Traffic noise around rush hour subsides after dinner time."

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2025

Spanish Casita in the Village of La Jolla - Walk to Everything
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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