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
The Sofia Hotel
Great stay, beautiful hotel. Not too far from the main strip in the gaslamp district or the train depot for people taking public transit. Plenty of stores and restaurants immediately around the hotel too. Valet staff were nice and very attentive too. Would recommend.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Good
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Always fun always friendly staff stayed here a few times always great
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
The staff were extremely helpful. I loved the room and the view was absolutely amazing, I would say that was my favorite part! Parking is connected to the building and the gift shop had essentials that you may have forgotten. There’s a Starbucks connected to the hotel as well😊. I would 100% come ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Would stay again
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Okay, let’s get down to business. They have towers, I had no idea but they give directions to each one and the tower and parking were super duper easy to find. If you get tower 3, I swear to all things holy with parking don’t try to turn out of the entrance/exit closest to the booth, take the longer ...
Reviewed on 14 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.
