La Jolla Mesa Travel Guide
La Jolla
Visit La Jolla Mesa
Popular places to visit
La Jolla Cove
Enjoy world-class shopping, restaurants and beaches in the sparkling “Jewel City” along the ocean.
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.
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.
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.
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
City Cruises San Diego: Signature Dinner Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway
Speed Boat Adventure Tour: Thrills on the San Diego Bay
Top hotels in La Jolla Mesa
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
We enjoyed our stay and really liked having a balcony overlooking all the ships.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Always a good time
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Great
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Room was clean and spacious. The staff was nice and easy to walk to little Italy. Would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
Great room, great amenities, the resort was so nice.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
The Sofia Hotel
Excellent location! The staff was friendly and the hotel is lovely. Our room was nice and spacious, and the bed was very comfortable. I would not hesitate to stay here again in the future.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Jolla Mesa
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
