La Jolla Alta Travel Guide
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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

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures

LEGOLAND® California Resort

San Diego's City Harbor Sightseeing Cruise

City Cruises San Diego: Premier Dinner Cruise
Top hotels in La Jolla Alta

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
I like this place
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Pool area was small and a little run down. Rooms were good beds comfortable and the staff was great! My family had a great time even though the Jacuzzi was out of commission! Location was perfect valet parking was $70 per day, which is excessive for a guest to pay!!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
The Manchester Hyatt always delivers as expected. They have valet and bellhop which is important to me traveling with a special needs child and I need the convenience of having some help moving all of the luggage up to the room and parking the car for us. The room was well appointed and clean. They ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

The Sofia Hotel
Nice place seem safe surroundings were pretty good for coffee and food would recommend
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Seemed ok to us
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
There was a poorly finished bathroom (faucet was literally falling apart)! Bedsheets didn’t fit and came off on the first night! Parking was tight and $50 a night! They didn’t clean our room after 3 nights and we had to ask for fresh towels!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Jolla Alta

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.

Soledad South
When in Soledad South, you can plan a visit to Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial and Mission Bay, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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 West
When in Muirlands West, you can plan a visit to Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial and Windansea Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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

Upper Hermosa
When in Upper Hermosa, you can plan a visit to Bird Rock and Windansea Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

