Upper Hermosa Travel Guide
La Jolla
Visit Upper Hermosa
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 Upper Hermosa
The Sofia Hotel
Pros: The staff was great, rooms were clean, decor was nice, a/c worked. Cons: the elevator and room was super small. Like abnormally small. Made me a little claustrophobic when I was in the elevator. The valet parking was expensive (50 dollars) especially when you are expected to tip- and you should). ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Great location and clean hotel.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Had to pay for parking was what I didn’t like.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
The hotel itself is extremely outdated, our mirror in the bathroom was deformed and looked melted. The towels had several black pieces of long hair on it, the carpets were old, the sliding door to the balcony took everything in you to open it, there wasn’t a single usb outlet anywhere in the room, ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Hermosa
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.
Bird Rock
If you're spending some time in Bird Rock, Pacific Beach and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Beach Barber Tract
If you're spending some time in Beach Barber Tract, Windansea Beach and Marine Street Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
