La Jolla, CA

Travel Guide

La Jolla showing general coastal views, swimming and a sandy beach
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
Mount Soledad showing a sunset, a city and landscape views

Where to stay in La Jolla

Birch Aquarium showing marine life and interior views

La Jolla Shores

4.5/5(129 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in La Jolla Shores, La Jolla Beach and Birch Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.

La Jolla Shores
La Jolla Cove which includes rugged coastline and general coastal views as well as a small group of people

Village of La Jolla

4.5/5(322 area reviews)

Seaside community offering scuba diving, surfing, and picturesque beaches like La Jolla Cove. Explore Mount Soledad, Museum of Contemporary Art, and indulge in upmarket dining and shopping along Prospect Street and Girard Avenue.

Village of La Jolla
Driving South on the old coast hwy 101 I stopped and parked my car to capture this awesome sight for the first day of Spring in San Diego. #roadtrip

Torrey Pines

4.5/5(119 area reviews)

Boasting the highly-ranked Torrey Pines Golf Course, this coastal neighborhood offers 42% parks and open spaces, with easy access to I-5. Explore nearby Torrey Pines State Park and beach for stunning ocean views.

Torrey Pines
Beautiful sunsets of San  Diego.

Country Club

While Country Club might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like La Jolla Cove and Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial.

Country Club
La Jolla

Beach Barber Tract

4.5/5(52 area reviews)

While visiting Beach Barber Tract, you might make a stop by sights like Windansea Beach and Marine Street Beach.

Beach Barber Tract
Low tide love.

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 SAR 604 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
SAR 604
SAR 682 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,671 reviews)
"Very inviting, clean, professional"

Reviewed on 30 March 2025

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 SAR 477 per night from Apr 8 to Apr 9
SAR 477
SAR 538 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Book a 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 ...
7/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Ok for price. If orice was 30% less I would say excellent"

Reviewed on 29 March 2025

La Jolla Cove Suites
La Jolla Shores Hotel
La Jolla Shores Hotel
3 out of 5
8110 Camino Del Oro, La Jolla, CA
The price is SAR 897 per night from May 1 to May 2
SAR 897
SAR 1,184 total
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Book a stay at this beach hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,336 reviews)
9 year birthday weekend
"This is what my daughter wanted for her birthday. To stay at La Jolla Shores for the weekend. They have the best staff and the rooms are always clean and the property is quiet and peaceful."

Reviewed on 29 March 2025

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.
Stunning Private Spanish Casita “La Jolla’s Secret Jewel” blocks to Beach/ Cove
Stunning Private Spanish Casita “La Jolla’s Secret Jewel” blocks to Beach/ Cove
San Diego
Stay at this vacation home in La Jolla. Enjoy a garden, balconies, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
La Jolla tour
"location location! Nice place one bedroom and living area. Host very friendly and helpful. Easy walk to beach and restaurant. Grocery store close too. Parking on the street which was never too bad."

Reviewed on 7 February 2025

Stunning Private Spanish Casita “La Jolla’s Secret Jewel” blocks to Beach/ Cove
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
Book a stay at this beach apartment in La Jolla. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Mission Bay and Mission ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Great location but noise is a factor
"Like previous reviews, you simply can’t beat the location. However, the main sports bar in town is situated right below it. They open early, like 9am and will go far past the 10pm closing time that’s listed. We had to call the property manager to ask if they were closing down soon because we booked ..."

Reviewed on 15 November 2024

La Jolla Shores Beach Bungalow. Steps to the Beach, Shopping, Restaurants & more
Spanish Casita in the Village of La Jolla - Walk to Everything
Spanish Casita in the Village of La Jolla - Walk to Everything
La Jolla
Stay at this vacation home in La Jolla. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Mission Beach and Mission Bay are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (228 reviews)
Very convenient access to all of the Village of La Jolla
"Ver satisfactory. Traffic noise around rush hour subsides after dinner time."

Reviewed on 20 March 2025

Spanish Casita in the Village of La Jolla - Walk to Everything
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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Reviews of La Jolla

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
618
5 - Excellent 70%
4 - Good
216
4 - Good 25%
3 - Okay
37
3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
3
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The most beautiful place in San Diego!!!

3/5 - Okay

Victor

La Jolla is a cool get away but it’s like every one can tell you are from out of town and doesn’t have manners almost got hit crossing the street twice, the beach is clean and it’s what you expect from a uppity beach area don’t expect friendly hello

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The hiking trails are amazing!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful area

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

La Jolla is very beautiful with amazing views, delicious restaurants and interesting shops. Will definitely visit again soon! :)

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We’ve been coming to La Jolla for the past 22 years. It’s our home away from home.