La Jolla Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

La Jolla which includes general coastal views, a sandy beach and swimming
La Jolla which includes general coastal views, a sandy beach and swimming
Ellen Browning Scripps Park which includes rugged coastline, general coastal views and waves
Ellen Browning Scripps Park featuring rocky coastline and general coastal views
Torrey Pines State Beach showing a sunset, rugged coastline and general coastal views

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

La Jolla Shores

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
Taking an early morning stroll at the Cove

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
Awesome place to watch the sunset.

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
Bird Rock

Bird Rock

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

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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.

Muirlands
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$280 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
AU$280
23 Jan - 24 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,227 reviews)
Courteoud

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

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$273 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$273
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,759 reviews)
workout facility agreement near by.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa

Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
9700 N Torrey Pines Road La Jolla CA
The price is AU$619 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$619
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (319 reviews)
Nice room Staff location restaurant. We’ve been a few times and it’s near family in La jolla so it’s a no brainer.

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
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 CA
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in La Jolla. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Mission Bay and La Jolla ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (249 reviews)
Adorable casita within walking distance to everything you’d want to do in La Jolla! The hosts made everything easy and it was overall a really nice spot for a few days.

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Spanish Casita in the Village of La Jolla - Walk to Everything
|| La Jolla Beach House || Great Location || Newly Remodeled

|| La Jolla Beach House || Great Location || Newly Remodeled

San Diego CA
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in La Jolla. Enjoy private pools, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mission Bay and La Jolla Cove ...
10/10 Exceptional! (128 reviews)
All good

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

|| La Jolla Beach House || Great Location || Newly Remodeled
3 Blocks From Beach, Free Kayak Rentals

3 Blocks From Beach, Free Kayak Rentals

San Diego CA
Stay at this condo in La Jolla. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Mission Bay and La Jolla Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (155 reviews)
Great responsive host, clean place, and strolling distance to fantastic restaurants.

Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

3 Blocks From Beach, Free Kayak Rentals
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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