Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Windansea Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Windansea Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to La Jolla. Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Activities
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
City Cruises San Diego: Whale & Dolphin Watching Adventure
Our pick of the best Bird Rock Hotel Deals
Sheraton San Diego Resort
Clean room, shuttle service was good from airport and front desk was very nice
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Comfortable beds
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Great
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Excellent
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Legacy Resort Hotel & Spa
It was very clean and very comfortable,I would definitely 😀 be here next time ☺️
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
San Diego Marriott La Jolla
clean, friendly, accommodating
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bird Rock
Upper Hermosa
When in Upper Hermosa, you can plan a visit to Bird Rock and Windansea Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
La Jolla Mesa
While La Jolla Mesa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tourmaline Surfing Park and Bird Rock.
Lower Hermosa
Lower Hermosa might not have many top sights, but Bird Rock and Windansea Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Muirlands
While there might not be top attractions in Muirlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bird Rock and Windansea Beach.
La Jolla Alta
While La Jolla Alta isn't home to many top sights, Bird Rock and Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial are some notable places to visit nearby.
Beach Barber Tract
If you're spending some time in Beach Barber Tract, Windansea Beach and Marine Street Beach are top sights worth seeing.
