La Jolla Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

La Jolla
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.

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Where to stay in La Jolla

pier at sunset

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
Sunset at La Jolla cove beach, San Diego, California

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
Golf Course at Torrey Pines in La Jolla, California

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
Aerial views of neighborhoods near La Jolla, looking from Mount Soledad

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
Beach Barber Tract

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
Empty beach at the La Jolla cove California, due to covid-19 pandemic

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$344 per night from 31 May to 1 June
AU$344
31 May - 1 June
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,401 reviews)
"Great stay! Clean room and great views"

Reviewed on 28 May 2026

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$348 per night from 31 May to 1 June
AU$348
31 May - 1 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7/10 Good! (1,153 reviews)
"There is a cafe on site that has tea and coffee and acai bowls, but the bowls are not always available. Some small amounts of pastries but no others place to eat. nearby restaurants are walking distance but make sure to bring snacks food and beverages. the cafe also closes at 5pm. The view was amazing ..."

Reviewed on 29 May 2026

La Jolla Cove Suites
La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel

3 out of 5
8110 Camino Del Oro La Jolla CA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$626 per night from 2 June to 3 June
AU$626
2 June - 3 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,349 reviews)
"Great location! Walking distance to beach, shops, restaurants. Hotel restaurant was good. Sitting outside next to the beach was the best!"

Reviewed on 29 May 2026

La Jolla Shores Hotel
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.
La Jolla Cottage by the Sea

La Jolla Cottage by the Sea

La Jolla CA
Stay at this apartment in La Jolla. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and balconies. Popular attractions La Jolla Cove and Mission Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (148 reviews)
"Very comfortable efficiency with a comfortable bed and pillows. Lovely view of the garden from the balcony. The bicycles worked well and we enjoyed being able to use them to cycle to the La Jolla Cove. The kitchenette served our purposes which was mainly to prepare breakfast. It is also a great location ..."

Reviewed on 20 May 2026

La Jolla Cottage by the Sea
Stunning Historical La Jolla Home, where elegance meets the sea

Stunning Historical La Jolla Home, where elegance meets the sea

San Diego CA
Stay at this holiday home in La Jolla. Enjoy a garden, balconies and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located ...
Stunning Historical La Jolla Home, where elegance meets the sea
Studio in La Jolla

Studio in La Jolla

San Diego CA
Stay at this apartment in La Jolla. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (22 reviews)
"Studio was clean and great for one person. Comfortable bed and nice patio. A small table would have been helpful. Good location. Neighbors/house occupants were pretty loud."

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Studio in La Jolla
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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