La Jolla California Last Updated: 05/10/2023 | |
La Jolla is a hilly, seaside community located within the city of San Diego, California occupying 7 miles (11 km) of curving coastline along the Pacific Ocean. It is known for its stunning coastal views, upscale neighborhoods, and world-renowned attractions. The population reported in the 2010 census was 46,781. | |
One of the most popular attractions in La Jolla is the La Jolla Cove, which features a small beach and an area for swimming, snorkeling, and diving. The cove is also home to a colony of wild California sea lions, which can often be seen sunbathing on the rocks. La Jolla is also home to the Birch Aquarium, which features exhibits on marine life and ocean conservation. The aquarium is affiliated with the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, which is located on the University of California, San Diego campus in La Jolla. Other notable attractions in La Jolla include the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, the La Jolla Playhouse theater, and the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. The community of La Jolla also offers a variety of high-end shopping and dining options, as well as luxurious accommodations and spas. The area is a popular destination for visitors and residents alike, who come to enjoy the coastal lifestyle and sunny California weather. |
South Casa Beach Place » Outdoors Located in the community of La Jolla, South Casa Beach is a triangular-shaped beach with light brown sand. This beach is located below steep oceanfront bluffs. South Casa Beach is named so because it is located to the immediate south of another popular beach called Children’s Pool Beach, which is also known as Casa Beach. 26 views 💖 1La Jolla, California | |
Ellen Browning Scripps Park Place » Outdoors Ellen Browning Scripps Park is a scenic oceanfront park located along the coastline of La Jolla, a picturesque community in San Diego, California. It is a popular destination known for its stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and the rugged coastline. The park is a peaceful and beautiful coastal destination that offers a blend of natural beauty and recreational opportunities. 37 views 💖 11100 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037 | |
The Cave Store Place » Tourism Inside the infamous Cave Store, a century-old bootlegger's tunnel leads through the sandstone cliffs of La Jolla Cove into Sunny Jim's sea cave. Tours are self-guided, and approximately 15 minutes in duration. This tunnel was dug out by two Chinese laborers hired by German artist, mining engineer, and entrepreneur Gustav Schultz in 1902. 47 views 💖 11325 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037 | |
Bird Rock Place » Tourism Bird Rock is a seaside neighborhood within the larger community of La Jolla in San Diego, California. It lies on the Pacific Ocean at the southernmost end of La Jolla, just north of Pacific Beach. It is situated along the shores of the Pacific Ocean, approximately 10 miles north of downtown San Diego. 61 views 💖 1California | |
Flat Rock Place » Outdoors Located just south of the foot of the Beach Trail is a freestanding Delmar Formation structure called Flat Rock. It has also been referred to as Indian Bath Tub Rock. At its top, there is an approximately 5’ by 6’ foot hole that at one time went down about 4’ There are several stories as to how the excavation came to be. 91 views 💖 1Broken Hill Trail, La Jolla, CA 92037 | |
Razor Point Place » Outdoors Razor Point is a scenic overlook located in the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve in La Jolla, California. The viewpoint is situated on the edge of a 300-foot cliff and offers panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and the surrounding coastline. 69 views 💖 1Unnamed Road, La Jolla, CA 92037 | |
Brockton Villa Restaurant Food Drink » American Brockton Villa Restaurant offers a spectacular view of the world-famous La Jolla Cove, and has become a favorite "show off" spot for locals and visitors alike. 73 views 💖 11235 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037 | |
Coast Walk Trail Place » Outdoors Coast Walk is a small but exceptionally beautiful scenic walk off Torrey Pines Road just to the north of Prospect Street. It’s a fun sandy trek that the entire family will enjoy, but bring sunblock as it can take a while to travel the whole way, especially since there are many great places to stop and play. 77 views 💖 1Coast Walk Trail, La Jolla, CA 92037 | |
La Jolla Underwater Park Place » Outdoors The scene off the coast of La Jolla is usually bustling with activity. You’ll see kayakers glide through the water, swimmers head out for morning exercise, and the occasional snorkeler leisurely surface and submerge. What they’re all actually doing is enjoying a somewhat hidden gem at the 6000-acre La Jolla Underwater Park. 91 views 💖 18302 Camino Del Oro, La Jolla, CA 92037 | |
La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club Place » Resort One of California's most treasured beachfront resorts for more than 80 years, the La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club is home to: beachfront guest suites, including 67 oceanfront rooms, 12 championship tennis courts, a private beach and more! 72 views 💖 12000 Spindrift Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 |