La Jolla Shores
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Speed Boat Adventure Tour: Thrills on the San Diego Bay
Sunset Sail Along the San Diego Skyline
San Diego Whale/Dolphin Watching Cruise Aboard Luxury Vessel
San Diego: Unlimited Ride & Play Pass at Belmont Park
Top hotels in La Jolla Shores
La Jolla Shores Hotel
Renovations will make it better
Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Dog track of a hotel. Not sure how this is rated 4 stars. Old run down rooms that smell like mildew, things falling apart, rust, and damaged.
Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026
Best Western Seven Seas
Room is worn but reasonably clean and comfortable. Grateful that A/C works. bottled water cost money, no kettle or tea/coffee.
Reviewed on 16 Mar, 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Everything was amazing
Reviewed on 16 Mar, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
Everything was except for the fact that the bathtub got clogged and the fridge didn’t make Anything cold
Reviewed on 16 Mar, 2026
Handlery Hotel
Pool was fantastic the staff absolutely amazing
Reviewed on 16 Mar, 2026
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.
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 Birch Aquarium and Salk Institute for Biological Studies.
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.
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.
