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.

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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
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
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
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
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$260 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
AU$260
6 Mar - 7 Mar
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! (2,271 reviews)
Everything was wonderful, including the food and service at the restaurant

Reviewed on 25 Feb 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$305 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
AU$305
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,116 reviews)
Everything was clean and the room was very nice. The best part of course was the view! I had the Pines Ocean View Room that looked out onto the park and beach. I was a tad miffed with the $45 a night parking, however the valets were so nice and quick with getting me access to my car, I got over it. ...

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

La Jolla Cove Suites
La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel

3 out of 5
8110 Camino Del Oro La Jolla CA
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! (1,369 reviews)
musty motel 6

Reviewed on 18 Feb 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.
ULTRA RARE ~100' Sand Frontage * Direct Beach Access * Convenient Single Level Estate * Prestigious Beach Barber Tract Estate

ULTRA RARE ~100' Sand Frontage * Direct Beach Access * Convenient Single Level Estate * Prestigious Beach Barber Tract Estate

La Jolla CA
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a water park. Popular attractions Mission Bay and La Jolla Cove are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
Great host, amazing view, excellence propety. comfy beds.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

ULTRA RARE ~100' Sand Frontage * Direct Beach Access * Convenient Single Level Estate * Prestigious Beach Barber Tract Estate
La Jolla-WindanSea-Beach Barber Track Studio

La Jolla-WindanSea-Beach Barber Track Studio

San Diego CA
Stay at this apartment in La Jolla. Enjoy laundry facilities, tennis courts and patios. Popular attractions Mission Bay and La Jolla Cove are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
We had a great stay here. Host was generous and allowed a bit later checkout time. Unit had everything we needed and the location was fantastic. We would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

La Jolla-WindanSea-Beach Barber Track Studio
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 Mission Bay and La Jolla Cove are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (140 reviews)
Very nice host—Excellent location, very comfortable bed, good balcony with 2 chairs, lovely garden setting. Very clean! Would visit again!

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

La Jolla Cottage by the Sea
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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