Within Walking Distance from the La Jolla Shores Rental
La Jolla Kayak - Located less than one block away on your walk to the beach, La Jolla Kayak is highly acclaimed by locals for being home of the original Seven Caves Tour.
Osteria Romantica - Osteria Romantica is a must for any traveler looking for an excellent Italian lunch or dinner. Just steps from the beach and only one block from your La Jolla getaway. The food is also highly recommended by locals.
Piatti Ristorante – The La Jolla Shores location of Piatti has a lovely patio with plenty of seating, which provides a perfect summer lunch or evening dinner. The menu is Italian food and includes excellent desserts.
The Cheese Shop – This fun eatery is a good bang for your buck and is a perfect lunch while vacationing on the La Jolla Shores Beach – just steps from the La Jolla Shores Rental.
Birch Aquarium at UC San Diego in La Jolla – A family outing for those interested in the oceans and animal life. Adult tickets are just $11, with discounts for students, children and seniors. Be sure to park in the free three-hour parking to keep the cost down or take a nice half-hour walk from your La Jolla getaway rental.
Scripps Institute of Oceanography
Only A Short Drive Away
Torrey Pines Golf Course – Playing a round of golf at the world-famous Torrey Pines Golf Course is a must for any avid golfer. Torrey Pines hosted the 2008 U.S. Open. Beautiful ocean views while playing either the North or South course encompass the natural beauty of La Jolla. Be sure to make reservations well ahead of time, as tee times book quickly, especially in the summer months.
San Diego Beaches – The countless beaches in the San Diego region are perfect day trips. From dog beaches to surf spots, be sure to check out the link to see all the neighboring beaches.
La Jolla Cove - If you’re interested in checking out La Jolla Cove, which is only a 5-minute drive from La Jolla Shores Beach, be sure to read the details on the City of San Diego website. The link also includes lifeguard information and recommended scuba diving spots as well.
San Diego Chargers – Come watch the San Diego Chargers play at Qualcomm Stadium between September and January. Bring your navy, gold, white, and baby blue fan gear to cheer on the Chargers. Go Bolts!
San Diego Padres – Games are played March through October and are fun for the whole family after a day of sightseeing downtown. The Padres play in downtown San Diego at Petco Park, and tickets are inexpensive. Bring your navy blue clothes and cheer on the local team! Go Padres!
USS Midway Aircraft Carrier – Truly a fascinating ship, the historic USS Midway is a must when visiting the San Diego/La Jolla area. Tours are available throughout the day, and a visit to the USS Midway is a good addition to a day trip downtown. Buy Tickets Online at the USS Midway website
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego – General admission is $10 and there is free admission for anyone 25 and under. Senior discounts are also available. Be sure to check out the Admission Pricing for updated information.
La Jolla Festival of the Arts – The La Jolla Festival of the Arts is held annually at the end of June. If you’re an art fan, you won’t want to miss it!
The Old Globe Theater, San Diego California – A full lineup every summer, be sure to check out a play at the Old Globe when you are in town. Make sure you reserve tickets ahead of time or you might show up to a sold out show! See the website for details or call (619) 23-GLOBE (234-5623) for more information.
University Towne Centre – Be sure to bring your teenagers to the largest mall in La Jolla.
LegoLand California - Located in Northern San Diego, a car is a must for this destination. A fun day trip for any family with small children. Be sure to bring a camera.
SeaWorld – Be sure to check out the killer whale show with the infamous Shamu. Exhibits are constantly changing, so be sure to check the website to see what attractions are currently on display.
San Diego Zoo – One of the only zoos in America to have pandas, the San Diego Zoo is an enormous zoo featuring countless animals that are critically endangered. Two of the best exhibits are watching the elephants play with their toys or feeding the giraffes out of your hand.
Balboa Park – History of the Balboa Park area begain in 1868 and includes the beautiful landscaping and Spanish architecture you see today, mostly constructed to host two world’s fairs, the 1915-16 Panama-California Exposition and the 1935-36 California Pacific International Exposition. Balboa Park has plenty of museums and theater for the whole family, and is a perfect spot to relax located just east of downtown San Diego and just south of the San Diego Zoo.
San Diego Wild Animal Park – From snakes to lions the San Diego Wild Animal Park has plenty of wild animals. Be sure to bring your camera and go on the African Safari.