La Jolla Shores Travel Guide
La Jolla
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in La Jolla Shores
La Jolla Shores Hotel
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025
Handlery Hotel
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025
The Dana on Mission Bay
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around La Jolla Shores
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Village of La Jolla
While visiting Village of La Jolla, you might make a stop by sights like La Jolla Cove and La Jolla Tide Pools.
- Birch Aquarium
- La Jolla Shores Park
- Scripps Pier
- Scripps Beach
- Scripps Coastal Reserve
- San Diego Zoo
- LEGOLAND® California
- Mission Bay
- Petco Park
- Balboa Park
- San Diego State University
- Hotel Circle
- Marine Corps Recruit Depot
- Hotel del Coronado
- USS Midway Museum
- La Jolla Cove
- Coronado Beach
- Seaport Village
- Torrey Pines Golf Course
- Old Town San Diego State Park
- Del Mar Racetrack