Guidebook for San Diego
Food Scene
Pannikin La Jolla
7467 Girard Ave A favorite local hangout with indoor and outdoor seating.
Cafe Milano
711 Pearl StHome cooked Italian food
Sammy's Woodfired Pizza & Grill
702 Pearl StDelicious pizzas, fresh salads.
This is about a 10 minute drive from the house but worth it for the awesome avocado and mango curries.
21 locals recommend
Thai Village
4618 Mission BlvdThis is about a 10 minute drive from the house but worth it for the awesome avocado and mango curries.
Vegan, organic food. A yoga studio on the rooftop nearby with aerial yoga classes.
62 locals recommend
Trilogy Sanctuary
7650 Girard AveVegan, organic food. A yoga studio on the rooftop nearby with aerial yoga classes.
Don Carlos Taco Shop։
737 Pearl StDelicious homecooked Mexican food. Vegan on request.
Stunning view of the Cove. Restaurant is in an historical bungalow.
51 locals recommend
Brockton Villa Restaurant
1235 Coast BlvdStunning view of the Cove. Restaurant is in an historical bungalow.
Drinks & Nightlife
La Valencia Hotel
1132 Prospect StVery nice piano bar
The Comedy Store - La Jolla
916 Pearl StFunny shows!
The Shack Bar & Grill
6941 La Jolla BlvdLocal bar with pool tables. Close to the beach.
This bar in the heart of the Village has outdoor seating, a fireplace, and live music.
20 locals recommend
Hennessey's Tavern
7811 Herschel AveThis bar in the heart of the Village has outdoor seating, a fireplace, and live music.
Sightseeing
The Cove is world famous. In the summer it's fun for snorkeling to see the large orange Garibaldi fish. There is also a colony of sea lions. The Cove is also a favorite spot for swimmers who head either for the buoys or the Shores.
The best walk: If you walk east on Virginia Way, after one block you will come to Prospect. Go left to the light at Torrey Pines. Cross there and cross again to the other side of Prospect. You’ll see a tiny parking lot which is the entrance to a trail that leads along the cliffs with views of nesting birds and kayaks. The steps down are under construction so you need to go down the concrete ramp. Beautiful trail!
10 locals recommend
The Cove at La Jolla
7160 Fay AveThe Cove is world famous. In the summer it's fun for snorkeling to see the large orange Garibaldi fish. There is also a colony of sea lions. The Cove is also a favorite spot for swimmers who head either for the buoys or the Shores.
The best walk: If you walk east on Virginia Way, after one block you will come to Prospect. Go left to the light at Torrey Pines. Cross there and cross again to the other side of Prospect. You’ll see a tiny parking lot which is the entrance to a trail that leads along the cliffs with views of nesting birds and kayaks. The steps down are under construction so you need to go down the concrete ramp. Beautiful trail!
There is a 360 degree view of La Jolla, San Diego, communities to the north, and even Mexico.
146 locals recommend
Mt. Soledad National Veterans Memorial
6905 La Jolla Scenic Dr SThere is a 360 degree view of La Jolla, San Diego, communities to the north, and even Mexico.
Parks & Nature
There are wonderful hiking trails through the Torrey Pines which are trees unique to this area. One trail goes down to the beach. Stunning views.
1108 locals recommend
Torrey Pines State Reserve
12600 North Torrey Pines RoadThere are wonderful hiking trails through the Torrey Pines which are trees unique to this area. One trail goes down to the beach. Stunning views.
This is a beautiful park with big trees, green grass, and a wide view of San Diego and Mexico.
185 locals recommend
Kate Sessions Memorial Park
5115 Soledad RdThis is a beautiful park with big trees, green grass, and a wide view of San Diego and Mexico.
La Jolla Shores
This is a long sandy beach with waves that are usually gentle.
Arts & Culture
If you are interested in the history of La Jolla this is a good resource.
La Jolla Historical Society
7846 Eads AveIf you are interested in the history of La Jolla this is a good resource.
Large award-winning photographs of wildlife.
11 locals recommend
National Geographic Fine Art Galleries
1205 Prospect StLarge award-winning photographs of wildlife.
Thumbprint Gallery
920 Kline StHip art
Entertainment & Activities
This is an upscale movie theater with reclining seats and food service. There is also a restaurant attached with live music.
103 locals recommend
THE LOT La Jolla
7611 Fay AveThis is an upscale movie theater with reclining seats and food service. There is also a restaurant attached with live music.
You can either rent a kayak on your own or go in a group with a tour guide. If you choose a guide you will be able to go inside the caves.
109 locals recommend
La Jolla Kayak
2199 Avenida De La PlayaYou can either rent a kayak on your own or go in a group with a tour guide. If you choose a guide you will be able to go inside the caves.
You can either ride a hang glider yourself or watch as others jump from the high cliffs and ride the currents. There is a small cafe.
268 locals recommend
Torrey Pines Gliderport
2800 Torrey Pines Scenic DrYou can either ride a hang glider yourself or watch as others jump from the high cliffs and ride the currents. There is a small cafe.
Birch Aquarium at Scripps
2300 Expedition WayThis aquarium has an awesome seahorse collection.
Shopping
Lucky Brand
7844 Girard AveJeans
Warwick's
7812 Girard AveBooks and gifts. In the heart of the Village.
Iconic used bookstore which is a La Jolla landmark. It is located next door to the Pannikin coffee shop.
9 locals recommend
D G Wills Books
7461 Girard AveIconic used bookstore which is a La Jolla landmark. It is located next door to the Pannikin coffee shop.