La Jolla Alta Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit La Jolla Alta
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.
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.
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.
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 Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
Our pick of the best La Jolla Alta Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Diego SeaWorld
The breakfast was great we enjoyed the hot tub and the pool
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
We had a studio suite on the 38th floor and the view was amazing. It was a nice, spacious room, but the bathroom was so tiny and the bed was not very comfortable. The bellman mentioned that there are upgrades planned in the near future though...
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Comfort Inn San Diego Airport At The Harbor
I’ve not had breakfast yet,, checked in at 2, it’s now 8:55 pm
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Handlery Hotel
Clean
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Nice location and close to water front and cruise port.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Pendry San Diego
The room was perfect, the shower soap, and lotions smelled so good I bought some to take home. Beautiful hotel and easy to walk around gaslamp without need for uber. Walkable to train and trolly also! The hotel bar was very classy and staff went above and beyond!
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around La Jolla Alta
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.
Soledad South
When in Soledad South, you can plan a visit to Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial and Mission Bay, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Muirlands West
When in Muirlands West, you can plan a visit to Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial and Windansea Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Bird Rock
While there might not be top attractions in Bird Rock, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bird Rock and Tourmaline Surfing Park.
Upper Hermosa
When in Upper Hermosa, you can plan a visit to Bird Rock and Windansea Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
