Bird Rock Travel Guide
La Jolla
Popular places to visit
La Jolla Cove
Enjoy world-class shopping, restaurants and beaches in the sparkling “Jewel City” along the ocean.
La Jolla Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at La Jolla Beach during your trip to La Jolla? Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.
University of California, San Diego
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of California, San Diego during your travels in La Jolla. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area or enjoy its surfing spots.
Torrey Pines Golf Course
Play a round of golf in La Jolla at Torrey Pines Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Birch Aquarium
See what lies beneath the waters of the Pacific Coast at this intimate and educational attraction at La Jolla beach, not far from downtown San Diego.
Windansea Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Windansea Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to La Jolla. Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Things to do
USS Midway Museum with Direct-to-Gate
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Dinner Cruise
Top hotels in Bird Rock
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
This place was great clean and so welcoming I would stay again
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Sofia Hotel
AC so loud woke us up every time it came on. Bed extremely uncomfortable. View from window of a large coolant machine. Loud which we expected from gaslamp. Very rude staff at check in. She was annoyed that we booked with expedia and therefore we feel we got the worst room on the property #201. Love ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Cockroachs in the room, had a new born and smell very bad of cleaning supply
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
The room was clean and recently updated. The ocean view was lovely and did not disappoint. The property was very clean and well-maintained. A few negatives we did notice: Being located on a balcony room did have some noise that reached us from the restaurants and bars below. We did get a few ants ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Clean
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Staff were friendly. Area was convenient for our trip as it was across the street from the Cruise port.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bird Rock
Upper Hermosa
When in Upper Hermosa, you can plan a visit to Bird Rock and Windansea Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
La Jolla Mesa
While La Jolla Mesa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tourmaline Surfing Park and Bird Rock.
Lower Hermosa
Lower Hermosa might not have many top sights, but Bird Rock and Windansea Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
La Jolla Alta
While La Jolla Alta isn't home to many top sights, Tourmaline Surfing Park and Bird Rock are some notable places to visit nearby.
Beach Barber Tract
If you're spending some time in Beach Barber Tract, Windansea Beach and Marine Street Beach are top sights worth seeing.
