Muirlands Travel Guide
La Jolla

Popular places to visit

La Jolla Cove
Enjoy world-class shopping, restaurants and beaches in the sparkling “Jewel City” along the ocean.

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
See what lies beneath the waters of the Pacific Coast at this intimate and educational attraction at La Jolla beach, not far from downtown San Diego.

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 SEAL Tour by Land & Sea

San Diego's City Harbor Sightseeing Cruise

USS Midway Museum with Direct-to-Gate

Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Top hotels in Muirlands

The Sofia Hotel
Wonderful location and the rooms are beautiful
Reviewed on 11 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 Muirlands

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.

Upper Hermosa
When in Upper Hermosa, you can plan a visit to Bird Rock and Windansea Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

La Jolla Alta
While La Jolla Alta isn't home to many top sights, Tourmaline Surfing Park and Bird Rock are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

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.


