La Jolla Shores Travel Guide
La Jolla
Visit La Jolla Shores
Popular places to visit
Birch Aquarium
A popular attraction taking you deep into the Pacific waters, this aquarium dates back over 100 years and houses marine life from 60 different habitats.
La Jolla Shores Park
Relax, play and learn in a setting that is a very popular tourist destination. Surfers and other locals enjoy the park as well.
Scripps Pier
After visiting Scripps Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities 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.
La Jolla Cove
A charming neighbourhood north of San Diego offering great shops, fine restaurants and pristine beaches as well as opportunities to get out and enjoy local sports.
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.
Top hotels in La Jolla Shores
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
"Fantastic place, staff was excellent and location next to sea port village was amazing"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
The Sofia Hotel
"Great stay."
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026
Best Western Seven Seas
"Would definitely be staying here again."
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
"Everything was good. Except our room in tower 3 smelled really bad. Not sure if it was the carpet or the age of the hotel room. Had to sleep with balcony door open to air out."
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
"Great staff and clean rooms."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
"As a resort-style hotel, the surrounding environment is fantastic! It also boasts convenient transportation, with almost everywhere accessible within a 20-minute drive. However, the soundproofing in the guest rooms leaves much to be desired; noise from adjacent rooms is audible. Since my room was ..."
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Where to stay in La Jolla Shores
Village of La Jolla
While visiting Village of La Jolla, you might make a stop by sights like La Jolla Cove and Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego.
Torrey Pines
Pristine beaches, ample dining options, and top golf courses are just a few top things to explore in Torrey Pines. A visit to Geisel Library or Torrey Pines Golf Course might round out your trip, and you can jump aboard the metro at UC San Diego Central Campus Station or VA Medical Center Station to get around town.
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.
Muirlands
While there might not be top attractions in Muirlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like La Jolla Cove and Bird Rock.
Beach Barber Tract
If you're spending some time in Beach Barber Tract, Windansea Beach and Marine Street Beach are top sights worth seeing.
