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
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
Oceanside Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventures
Dinner & Dancing Harbor Cruise in San Diego
San Diego City Lights Night Tour
Top hotels in Muirlands
The Sofia Hotel
"I stayed here many years ago and it has fallen from grace for sure. They used to have a lovely little restaurant which is now gone. The rooms feel like they’re in disrepair, the carpets, the walls, the furniture, the paint the tiles everything just feels so shabby and old. I would not stay here ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Best Western Seven Seas
"I’ve never had a more horrible experience. The water was hot when I needed it to be cold and it was cold when I needed to be hot. It was loud at night and it was a dingy dirty and looked like something out of a horror movie they were ants randomly crawling up my arm when I was trying to sleep so ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
"The location was great"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
"We came to SD for our daughter’s graduation and commissioning. We had the ocean view villa. Our room was spacious and had an excellent view of the bay. Staff was always pleasant and helpful with requests. The only negative was the room had a musty smell and we were so busy I didn’t think to mention ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle
"Great little place to stay. We went to sea world from Orange County and I didn’t want to drive back at night so we stayed just for the night. Room is just what you would expect. The highlight was the heated pool. San Diego is always cold at night so it was perfect for the kids."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 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 La Jolla Cove and Mount Soledad National Veterans Memorial, 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, Bird Rock and Pacific Beach 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 La Jolla Cove and Bird Rock are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
