A Weekend Guide to La Jolla
Scrumptious tacos, killer beach views, and luxurious accommodations... La Jolla is a wonderful spot for a lovely weekend getaway!
Settled along the coast of California--and minutes away from San Diego--is the charming town of La Jolla. Take a walk through downtown, watch the sunset over the coves, or sip champagne at La Valencia Hotel. This guide is full of insider tips to get you through your weekend in La Jolla at any budget.
Budget:
Bahia Don Bravo, 5504 La Jolla Blvd
The Taco Stand, 621 Pearl St
Cheese Shop, 2165 Avenida De La Playa
RED Sambusas, 9500 Gilman Dr
Sorella della Taverna, 7420 Girard Ave
Also try: Smashburger, Shore Thing Cafe, The Cravory Farmers Market, or Deli-icious
Moderate:
The Hake Kitchen & Bar, 1250 Prospect St, Ste B10
George’s at the Cove, 1250 Prospect St
The Cottage, 7702 Fay Ave
Cody’s, 8030 Girard Ave
Puesto, 1026 Wall St
Also try: Caroline’s Seaside Cafe, Shorehouse Kitchen, Prepkitchen, or Cusp
Luxury:
A.R. Valentien, 11480 N Torrey Pines Rd
Herringbone, 7837 Herschel Ave
Eddie V’s Prime Seafood, 1270 Prospect St
Marine Room, 2000 Spindrift Dr
Nine-Ten, 910 Prospect St
Also try: Shores Restaurant, Manhattan of La Jolla, Crab Catcher, or Whisknladle
Budget:
La Jolla Village Lodge, $, 1141 Silverado St
This little lodge is just steps from the La Jolla Cove Beach, Seal Cove, and the downtown shopping district, making it a perfect location for people looking for close proximity to all the best things to do in town.
Also try: Staying at an Airbnb rental - Use this link for $40 off your first stay!
Moderate:
Pantai Inn, $$$, 1003 Coast Boulevard
What’s better than waking up with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean every day? Stay at the Pantai and you’ll get exactly that along with exceptional service and amenities.
Also try: Empress Hotel ($$), La Jolla Shores ($$$), or Scripps Inn ($$)
Luxury:
La Valencia, $$$, 1132 Prospect St
Staying at La Valencia is like stepping back in time with one foot and keeping the other foot in the present. It is the perfect, elegant combination of old world charm and new world amenities. If anything, you must step in here for a bite to eat and a cocktail to sip.
Also try: The Lodge at Torrey Pines ($$$), Estancia La Jolla ($$$), or Grande Colonial La Jolla ($$)
Things To Do In La Jolla:
Watch the sunset at La Jolla Cove
Surf, soak, and relax at Windansea Beach
Animal watch at La Jolla Cove
Pick up food at the La Jolla Open Aire Market
Shop through the downtown area
Glide through the Torrey Pines Gliderport
Visit the San Diego Zoo
Have a picnic at the Ellen Browning Scripps Park
Take in the natural beauty at the Shell Beach Tide Pools
Spend the day at Kellogg Park
Where are your favorite spots to hang around La Jolla? Comment below with extra recommendations!
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