La Jolla Shores Travel Guide

La Jolla

La Jolla Shores
Birch Aquarium which includes marine life
Birch Aquarium which includes marine life
Birch Aquarium showing marine life and coral
Birch Aquarium which includes interior views, coral and marine life

Popular places to visit

Birch Aquarium featuring marine life as well as a small group of people

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.

Birch Aquarium
La Jolla Shores Park

La Jolla Shores Park

5/5(5 reviews)

Relax, play and learn in a setting that is a very popular tourist destination. Surfers and other locals enjoy the park as well.

La Jolla Shores Park
La Jolla Cove as well as a small group of people

La Jolla Cove

4.5/5(55 reviews)

Enjoy world-class shopping, restaurants and beaches in the sparkling “Jewel City” along the ocean.

La Jolla Cove
University of California, San Diego

University of California, San Diego

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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.

University of California, San Diego
Torrey Pines Golf Course

Torrey Pines Golf Course

4/5(1 review)

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.

Torrey Pines Golf Course
La Jolla Beach

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.

La Jolla Beach

Things to do

San Diego Whale Watching Tour

San Diego Whale Watching Tour

Rp1.158.720
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Diego Whale Watching Tour
Speed Boat Adventure Tour: Thrills on the Bay

Speed Boat Adventure Tour: Thrills on the San Diego Bay

Rp1.547.462
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
Speed Boat Adventure Tour: Thrills on the San Diego Bay
Belmont Park Ride and Play Pass

Belmont Park Ride and Play Pass

Rp1.087.238
per adult
Belmont Park Ride and Play Pass
Whaley House Museum Day Tour

Whaley House Museum Day Tour

Rp228.480
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Whaley House Museum Day Tour
Ultimate La Jolla Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

Ultimate La Jolla App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle

Rp277.277
per traveller
Ultimate La Jolla App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle
San Diego Scenic Tour

San Diego Scenic Tour

Rp1.289.280
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Diego Scenic Tour
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Top hotels in La Jolla Shores

La Jolla Shores Hotel

La Jolla Shores Hotel

3 out of 5
8110 Camino Del Oro, La Jolla, CA
Stay at this beach hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,344 reviews)
"La Jolla Shores is one of my favorite hotels of all time. It’s beautiful yet relaxed,"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

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La Jolla Shores Hotel
Handlery Hotel

Handlery Hotel

3.5 out of 5
950 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,909 reviews)
"Over Really Great experience. Only complaint waa the bed was a wasn't the best and Pillows were Uncomfortable for me personally. Pool was fantastic loved the night right"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

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Handlery Hotel
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
The price is Rp2.503.780 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
Rp2.503.780
Rp3.375.349 total
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,764 reviews)
"Gad a great birthday getaway and will be returning soon"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
The Dana on Mission Bay

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is Rp2.734.553 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp2.734.553
Rp3.143.084 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a marina and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,591 reviews)
"This hotel was perfectly located for all San Diego fun! We enjoyed the marina view, even if the motel room was smaller than expected. Close access to wonderful restaurants & target, sea world, downtown museums, etc. It was perfect! Tiny parking spaces though- but that seems to be common through all ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

The Dana on Mission Bay
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego

4 out of 5
1 Market Pl, San Diego, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp3.120.957 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp3.120.957
Rp4.516.900 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,777 reviews)
"Loved loved loved how clean it was! This is the second time staying at a Hyatt hotel and it didn’t disappoint. Will continue to stay at many more of their locations."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
The Dextro Hotel, BW Premier Collection

The Dextro Hotel, BW Premier Collection

3 out of 5
1617 1st Avenue, San Diego, CA
The price is Rp1.951.151 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp1.951.151
Rp2.258.457 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,035 reviews)
"Elijah was amazing and very accommodating as a front desk worker! The room was clean and comfortable. I will be staying here again and recommending this location to friends."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

The Dextro Hotel, BW Premier Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around La Jolla Shores

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La Jolla Heights

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in La Jolla Heights and surrounding area, you can visit Birch Aquarium and La Jolla Beach.

La Jolla Heights
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Hidden Valley

Though Hidden Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial and La Jolla Beach.

Hidden Valley
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La Jolla Village

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are just a few notable features La Jolla Village is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Nobel Drive Station.

La Jolla Village
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Country Club

Country Club might not have many top sights, but La Jolla Cove and Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Country Club
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La Jolla Farms

While La Jolla Farms may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Black's Beach and Birch Aquarium.

La Jolla Farms
La Jolla Cove showing rugged coastline and general coastal views as well as a small group of people

Village of La Jolla

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

While visiting Village of La Jolla, you might make a stop by sights like La Jolla Cove and La Jolla Tide Pools.

Village of La Jolla

La Jolla Shores Travel Guide