La Jolla is the Jewel of San Diego's Coastline

Romantic La Jolla has the charm of a quiet Mediterranean isle, and everyone falls in love with it at first sight. There are breathtaking ocean views, great restaurants and magnificent homes overlooking the ocean. It's a perfect place for sunbathing, surfing, tennis, golf, snorkeling and loafing at its best. Ideal for talking a walk through the Village of La Jolla, flourishing with boutique shops, great restaurant selections which are complimented by an ocean view and breeze.

Birch Aquarium
Great Attractions and Entertainment in La Jolla
Be sure to visit the impressive Birch Aquarium (31) at 2300 Expedition Way, with over 3,500 colorful fish on display, this is a must-see attraction! La Jolla is also a great setting for adventure, you can explore the area and rent a surfboard or kayak for the day.

Hike Bike Kayak (30) of La Jolla has a special right now for SAN DIEGAN readers, Get $10 Off Any Tour or $5 Off Kayak Rentals. They also offer great kayak tours around the cove and other great activities worth enjoying for an afternoon on or around the ocean.

The Crab Catcher
La Jolla's Great Restaurants
The seaside resort town of La Jolla is blessed with impressive restaurants with breathtaking ocean views. La Jolla's newest and impressive restaurant is Truluck's Seafood, Steak & Crab House (41), which features some of the best crab and freshest seafood available in San Diego.

Another highly recommended place is The Crab Catcher Restaurant and Seaside Grill (4) at 1298 Prospect St. For the best ocean views ask for tables 20, 75 or 76.

La Jolla Shores
Where to Stay When Visiting La Jolla
A visit to La Jolla wouldn't be complete without discovering the Historic La Valencia Hotel (6) at 1132 Prospect St. (858-454-0771). Receiving accolades on both the local and national level, La Valencia is a dining destination for both vacationing travelers and San Diego residents alike. It has been a La Jolla landmark since 1926 and features a great atmosphere to visit for cocktails or a dinner at their Whaling Bar (6). You can also enjoy a great dinner at their Sky Room Restaurant. La Valencia is famous for it's impressive events and banquets, it's also ideal for a classic ocean view wedding.

Encore La Jolla
Shopping in La Jolla
A visit to La Jolla wouldn't be complete without wandering through the shops in the La Jolla Village, be sure to drop by Encore (16), a 10,000 square foot emporium filled with the finest European and American gently worn designer apparel and accessories. Encore has been referred to as the most unique and elegant shop of its kind for ladies and gentlemen.



Reviewed & Recommended Dining in La Jolla
     

Clay's Restaurant

Rock Bottom Brewery

Truluck's Steak, Seafood & Crab House

Recommended Attractions & Activities in La Jolla
     

Birch Aquarium

Hike Bike Kayak

Torrey Pines Glider Port

Great Hotels in La Jolla