Upper Hermosa Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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

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.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour

A Seaside Stroll: La Jolla's Hidden Treasures Walking Tour

La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour For Two (Tandem Kayak)

Incredible Slot Canyons to the Pacific

Ultimate La Jolla App-Based Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Top hotels in Upper Hermosa

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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.

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.

Bird Rock
If you're spending some time in Bird Rock, Pacific Beach and Mission and Pacific Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

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.