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
Low tide love.

Bird Rock

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

Bird Rock
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
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 23 to Jan 24
AED 569
AED 655 total
23 Jan - 24 Jan
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! (2,224 reviews)
Excellent service! Clean room.

Reviewed on 11 January 2026

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 586 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
AED 586
AED 674 total
19 Jan - 20 Jan
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! (1,767 reviews)
workout facility agreement near by.

Reviewed on 9 January 2026

Inn By The Sea La Jolla
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa

Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
9700 N Torrey Pines Road La Jolla CA
The price is AED 1,135 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
AED 1,135
AED 1,520 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in La Jolla. Enjoy a full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (319 reviews)
Nice room Staff location restaurant. We’ve been a few times and it’s near family in La jolla so it’s a no brainer.

Reviewed on 28 December 2025

Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
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.
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! (249 reviews)
Adorable casita within walking distance to everything you’d want to do in La Jolla! The hosts made everything easy and it was overall a really nice spot for a few days.

Reviewed on 30 December 2025

Spanish Casita in the Village of La Jolla - Walk to Everything
|| La Jolla Beach House || Great Location || Newly Remodeled

|| La Jolla Beach House || Great Location || Newly Remodeled

San Diego CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in La Jolla. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mission Bay and La ...
10/10 Exceptional! (128 reviews)
We had a wonderful stay at the house. The host had various snacks and drinks in kitchen and refrigerator-which was a hit with the kids. The place was clean and we had more than enough towels and bathroom supplies. The host was very responsive. We were so close to beach , the location was perfect! ...

Reviewed on 2 January 2026

|| La Jolla Beach House || Great Location || Newly Remodeled
Stunning Historical La Jolla Home, where elegance meets the sea

Stunning Historical La Jolla Home, where elegance meets the sea

San Diego CA
Stay at this vacation home in La Jolla. Enjoy a garden, balconies, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Mission Bay and La Jolla Cove are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
I’m a San Diego native and wanted to give my out of state girlfriend the perfect San Diego experience. Our stay here hit all the marks, great place to stay, tons of shops, activities and San Diego staples nearby. She had an amazing time and I’m glad I was able to share the perfect San Diego experience ...

Reviewed on 15 January 2026

Stunning Historical La Jolla Home, where elegance meets the sea
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.