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 Shores Park and La Jolla Beach.

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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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, Mission and Pacific Beaches and Pacific Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Bird Rock
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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
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$277 per night from 7 Feb to 8 Feb
AU$277
per night
7 Feb - 8 Feb
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,556 reviews)
Will stay again
"Good stay, walking distance to the mall and restaurants. Hotel was clean"

Reviewed on 17 Jan. 2025

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Inn By The Sea La Jolla
3.5 out of 5
7830 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA
The price is AU$322 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
AU$322
per night
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,416 reviews)
"Amazing service"

Reviewed on 15 Jan. 2025

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
La Jolla Cove Suites
La Jolla Cove Suites
3 out of 5
1155 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$202 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
AU$202
per night
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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 ...
7/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Super clean. Great staff. Great rooms. Couldnt of asked for a better place to stay during my first trip to California"

Reviewed on 17 Jan. 2025

La Jolla Cove Suites
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.
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 Bay and La Jolla Cove are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (223 reviews)
La Casita
"We loved staying at ‘La Casita’! It was clean, had very nice furnishings and good location allowing easy walking distance to anywhere in La Jolla. There was a lovely private patio with great sun exposure. Good amenities; tv, internet, nice towels."

Reviewed on 7 Jan. 2025

Spanish Casita in the Village of La Jolla - Walk to Everything
3 Blocks From Beach, Free Kayak Rentals
3 Blocks From Beach, Free Kayak Rentals
San Diego
Stay at this condo in La Jolla. Enjoy balconies, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Mission Bay and La Jolla Cove are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (116 reviews)
La Jolla stay
"Nice place, great location and excellent host"

Reviewed on 2 Jan. 2025

3 Blocks From Beach, Free Kayak Rentals
Iconic Landmark House Unit next to the beach - Panoramic Ocean/Coastal Views!
Iconic Landmark House Unit next to the beach - Panoramic Ocean/Coastal Views!
San Diego
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in La Jolla. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Mission Bay and La Jolla Cove are located ...
Great Stay!
"My husband and I booked this unit for our honeymoon and it did not disappoint! We loved the ocean views especially the sunsets! This unit is in a great area walking distance from so many great shops, restaurants and areas of the coast to explore."

Reviewed on 30 Dec. 2024

Iconic Landmark House Unit next to the beach - Panoramic Ocean/Coastal Views!
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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