Upper Hermosa
La Jolla
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Windansea Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Windansea Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to La Jolla. Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Things to do
San Diego Old Town Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Top hotels in Upper Hermosa
The Sofia Hotel
Comfy hotel, room was a good size and the location was very convenient and in a walkable area with good public transport connections. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 12 May, 2026
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
We used to come here for many years with our kids in the early 2000's. Back then the resort was in great condition. The street pavement was smooth, for kids to ride scooters and skateboards. All the landscape lighting worked. All the paint was good, etc. They also had a guard gate which limited access ...
Reviewed on 11 May, 2026
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Great location and clean hotel.
Reviewed on 9 May, 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
The hotel amenities were okay.
Reviewed on 12 May, 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
The room was clean. We did have to call for room service. It seems like they don’t do it unless you call. There is also no microwave, which is annoying. But the room was clean and the pool/rec area was nice.
Reviewed on 11 May, 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Clean room and a beautiful view of the harbor. Plenty of elevators and easy access.
Reviewed on 12 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Hermosa
Lower Hermosa
Lower Hermosa might not have many top sights, but Bird Rock and Windansea Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bird Rock
If you're spending some time in Bird Rock, Pacific Beach and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.
Muirlands
While there might not be top attractions in Muirlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bird Rock and Windansea Beach.
Beach Barber Tract
If you're spending some time in Beach Barber Tract, Windansea Beach and Marine Street Beach are top sights worth seeing.
La Jolla Mesa
While La Jolla Mesa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tourmaline Surfing Park and Bird Rock.
Muirlands West
When in Muirlands West, you can plan a visit to Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial and Windansea Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
