La Jolla Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beach with a curved seawall, people swimming and walking along the shore, and greenery in the foreground.
Seals resting on rocks by the ocean with waves crashing nearby.
A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a sandy beach, and palm trees.
A beach with waves, people, and a cliff with palm trees and buildings.
A cityscape with a prominent skyline, a body of water, and a bridge in the distance.

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.

Our guide on where to stay in La Jolla

Find the best La Jolla areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about La Jolla
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La Jolla Village

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are just a few notable features La Jolla Village is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Nobel Drive Station.

La Jolla Shores

While visiting La Jolla Shores, you might make a stop by sights like La Jolla Beach and Birch Aquarium.

Bird Rock

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

La Jolla Heights

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in La Jolla Heights and surrounding area, you can visit La Jolla Beach and La Jolla 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.

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$328 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
AU$328
14 Aug - 15 Aug
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! (2,398 reviews)
"The other guests in the hotel were out of control and made the stay not great."

Reviewed on 13 July 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$447 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$447
20 July - 21 July
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 ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,197 reviews)
"Great experience"

Reviewed on 14 July 2026

La Jolla Cove Suites
Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines

Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines

4 out of 5
10950 North Torrey Pines Road La Jolla CA
The price is AU$443 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
AU$443
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf resort in La Jolla. Enjoy room service, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,024 reviews)
"I’ve liked the pool. The fact the hotel didn’t offer completely coffee, and had to stand in line to get my coffee in the morning was a huge turn off. In addition the room above us was very noisy especially at night, and we couldn’t sleep."

Reviewed on 15 July 2026

Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines
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 Shores Beach Bungalow. Steps to the Beach, Shopping, Restaurants & more

La Jolla Shores Beach Bungalow. Steps to the Beach, Shopping, Restaurants & more

San Diego CA
Stay at this beach apartment in La Jolla. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions La Jolla Beach and La Jolla Cove are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"The stay was great. Would come back again!"

Reviewed on 16 June 2026

La Jolla Shores Beach Bungalow. Steps to the Beach, Shopping, Restaurants & more
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 La Jolla Cove and La Jolla Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (105 reviews)
"We absolutely loved our stay here! We liked how clean and beautiful the house was as well as being super close to local favorites. We enjoyed walking from our location to La Jolla cove, local coffee shops, and great restaurants. Francesca was very welcoming and gave us great recommendations! Can’t ..."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Stunning Historical La Jolla Home, where elegance meets the sea
Oceanfront in La Jolla, Steps to Beach, Shops, Dining | Dawn Patrol by AvantStay

Oceanfront in La Jolla, Steps to Beach, Shops, Dining | Dawn Patrol by AvantStay

La Jolla CA
Stay at this apartment in La Jolla. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions La Jolla Cove and La Jolla Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay! The home was perfect for our family of five (parents and three daughters, ages 20, 20, and 16). The location couldn’t have been better—we were able to easily walk to the beach, great restaurants, shopping, and all the attractions in La Jolla Village. Check-in and check-out ..."

Reviewed on 13 July 2026

Oceanfront in La Jolla, Steps to Beach, Shops, Dining | Dawn Patrol by AvantStay
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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