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

San Diego SEAL Tour by Land & Sea

LEGOLAND® California Resort

San Diego's City Harbor Sightseeing Cruise

City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
Top hotels in Bird Rock

The Sofia Hotel
The bus from the airport to the hotel was great, 18 minutes and it drops you off right in front of the hotel. Staff was nice and always present.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Love this place! Never a disappointment!
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Expedia offered us an upgraded room. Upon our arrival it was not available. We were disappointed about that but otherwise it was great.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Great
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Staff was the best! Without the staff service a business is nothing. Everything else in the room was nice clean bed, clean restrooms, complete amenities that I needed which is not a lot. The price is a bit high however it is a clean nice hotel. I would come back.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Coffee bar was closed in the morning 9:50am when we went down. Why? Didn’t see any complimentary drip coffee either.
Reviewed on 15 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.

