About La Jolla

La Jolla is a hilly, seaside neighborhood within the city of San Diego, occupying 7 miles (11 km) of curving coastline along the Pacific Ocean. La Jolla is surrounded on three sides by ocean bluffs and beaches and is located 12 miles (19 km) north of Downtown San Diego and 45 miles (72 km) south of the Orange County line.

La Jolla is a small seaside neighborhood known for its rugged coastline. In the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, hiking trails lead past pine trees and sandstone cliffs. The two golf courses of the world famous Torrey Pines Golf Course sit atop the sea cliffs. La Jolla Cove offers breathtaking views of the ocean and the tide pools of Shell Beach are home to anemones and crabs. The chic waterfront boutiques and restaurants of La Jolla Village are within walking distance.

What is known in La Jolla?

La Jolla has about 40,000 inhabitants and overlooks the Pacific Ocean. La Jolla, famous for seals and sea lions resting in the sun on the beach and rocks in front of the town, is one of the most popular tourist resorts in the county.

Consistently voted one of the top beach destinations in the world, La Jolla offers a wide range of accommodations from luxurious coastal retreats, along with museums and art galleries, one-of-a-kind boutiques, great restaurants and a slew of outdoor activities.

What makes La Jolla attractive to visit?

One of the best beaches in San Diego for families is definitely La Jolla Shores Beach. There is quite a bit of soft sand on which you can set up camp or lay out a towel for a quintessential Southern California beach day. The beach is divided into surfing and swimming. Plus, there are lifeguards, bathrooms, and showers.

You can be out in nature and enjoy many activities both on land and in the water. La Jolla also offers elegant restaurants and little cafes, along with upscale shopping and art museums. There's even a world-class research aquarium. So, whether you spend your time inside or out, you are sure to make treasured memories.