La Jolla, CA

Travel Guide

La Jolla showing general coastal views, swimming and a sandy beach
Ellen Browning Scripps Park which includes rugged coastline, general coastal views and waves
Ellen Browning Scripps Park featuring rocky coastline and general coastal views
Torrey Pines State Beach showing a sunset, rugged coastline and general coastal views
Mount Soledad showing a sunset, a city and landscape views

Where to stay in La Jolla

Birch Aquarium showing marine life and interior views

La Jolla Shores

4.5/5(129 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in La Jolla Shores, La Jolla Beach and Birch Aquarium are top sights worth seeing.

La Jolla Shores
La Jolla Cove which includes rugged coastline and general coastal views as well as a small group of people

Village of La Jolla

4.5/5(322 area reviews)

Seaside community offering scuba diving, surfing, and picturesque beaches like La Jolla Cove. Explore Mount Soledad, Museum of Contemporary Art, and indulge in upmarket dining and shopping along Prospect Street and Girard Avenue.

Village of La Jolla
Beautiful sunsets of San  Diego.

Country Club

While Country Club might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like La Jolla Cove and Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial.

Country Club
La Jolla

Beach Barber Tract

4.5/5(52 area reviews)

While visiting Beach Barber Tract, you might make a stop by sights like Windansea Beach and Marine Street Beach.

Beach Barber Tract
Another example of this place looking fun. #waterlust

Muirlands

While Muirlands isn't home to many top sights, Bird Rock and Windansea Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Muirlands
Low tide love.

Bird Rock

If you're spending some time in Bird Rock, Mission and Pacific Beaches and Pacific Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Bird Rock
San Diego Marriott La Jolla

San Diego Marriott La Jolla

4 out of 5
4240 La Jolla Village Dr La Jolla CA
The price is AED 569 per night from Jan 9 to Jan 10
AED 569
AED 655 total
9 Jan - 10 January 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,173 reviews)
Quiet and clean room! Comfortable bed! Friendly staff at check-in! It was wonderful!

Reviewed on 9 December 2025

San Diego Marriott La Jolla
Inn By The Sea La Jolla

Inn By The Sea La Jolla

3.5 out of 5
7830 Fay Ave La Jolla CA
The price is AED 552 per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
AED 552
AED 635 total
21 Dec - 22 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,737 reviews)
A very sweet hotel in an amazing location. We stay-vacationed when our house was being tented for termite treatment and enjoyed the experience and plan do a repeat next year!

Reviewed on 13 December 2025

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines

Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines

4 out of 5
10950 North Torrey Pines Road La Jolla CA
The price is AED 526 per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
AED 526
AED 753 total
21 Dec - 22 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf resort in La Jolla. Enjoy room service, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great room amazing view

Reviewed on 10 December 2025

Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
3 Blocks From Beach, Free Kayak Rentals

3 Blocks From Beach, Free Kayak Rentals

San Diego CA
Stay at this condo in La Jolla. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Mission Bay and La Jolla Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (152 reviews)
Fantastic location and the nicest locals ever! The only con would be the bed is way too firm and a bit small for us.

Reviewed on 19 November 2025

3 Blocks From Beach, Free Kayak Rentals
Oceanfront Beach, Pool, Hot Tub, Pickleball, Movie Theater, Elevator & Golf Cart

Oceanfront Beach, Pool, Hot Tub, Pickleball, Movie Theater, Elevator & Golf Cart

La Jolla CA
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in La Jolla. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (112 reviews)
Gorgeous view, so relaxing watching the surfers and pelicans. We had a great family time. The amenities were as advertised, but the house maintenance has fallen behind. For example: many of the windows in the living areas were streaked with condensation in between layers, some shades were broken, ...

Reviewed on 30 November 2025

Oceanfront Beach, Pool, Hot Tub, Pickleball, Movie Theater, Elevator & Golf Cart
Spanish Casita in the Village of La Jolla - Walk to Everything

Spanish Casita in the Village of La Jolla - Walk to Everything

La Jolla CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in La Jolla. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Mission Bay and La ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (245 reviews)
Wonderful deck and close to fabulous restaurants

Reviewed on 9 December 2025

Spanish Casita in the Village of La Jolla - Walk to Everything
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of La Jolla

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
618
5 - Excellent 70%
4 - Good
216
4 - Good 25%
3 - Okay
37
3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
3
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
5
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The most beautiful place in San Diego!!!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

La Jolla is a cool get away but it’s like every one can tell you are from out of town and doesn’t have manners almost got hit crossing the street twice, the beach is clean and it’s what you expect from a uppity beach area don’t expect friendly hello

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The hiking trails are amazing!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful area

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

La Jolla is very beautiful with amazing views, delicious restaurants and interesting shops. Will definitely visit again soon! :)

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We’ve been coming to La Jolla for the past 22 years. It’s our home away from home.