La Jolla Mesa Travel Guide
La Jolla


Visit La Jolla Mesa
Popular places to visit

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

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.

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.

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 Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise

Dinner & Dancing Harbor Cruise in San Diego
Top hotels in La Jolla Mesa

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Great location clean place and very friendly staff
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
It was wonderful!
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Staff was very friendly. Hotel was quite clean.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Best Western Seven Seas
clean, reasonable price. no problems with our stay
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Sheraton San Diego Resort
Clean room pool looked nice was to cold to swim for me I liked the closeness to airport and shuttle to airport perfect for myself
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
Nice room. Great location
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Jolla Mesa

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.

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.

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

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.

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.


