Popular places to visit

La Jolla Cove
A charming neighbourhood north of San Diego offering great shops, fine restaurants and pristine beaches as well as opportunities to get out and enjoy local sports.

University of California, San Diego
Enjoy the collegiate 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 the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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.

Birch Aquarium
A popular attraction taking you deep into the Pacific waters, this aquarium dates back over 100 years and houses marine life from 60 different habitats.

Windansea Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Windansea Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to La Jolla. Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Things to do

La Jolla E-Scooter Tour with Photos Included

San Diego City Lights Night Tour

San Diego Explorer Pass: Save up to 50 Percent - Includes USS Midway

San Diego Whale Watching Tour

Crossing Borders: Tijuana Day Trip from San Diego

San Diego Sunset Cruise from Mission Bay
Top hotels in Bird Rock

Handlery Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Diego Bay Downtown
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

The Dana on Mission Bay
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bird Rock

Upper Hermosa
While Upper Hermosa isn't home to many top sights, Bird Rock and Windansea Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

La Jolla Mesa
While there might not be top attractions in La Jolla Mesa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Tourmaline Surfing Park and Bird Rock.

Lower Hermosa
When in Lower Hermosa, you can plan a visit to Bird Rock and Windansea Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Muirlands
While Muirlands isn't home to many top sights, Bird Rock and Windansea Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

La Jolla Alta
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in La Jolla Alta and surrounding area, you can visit Bird Rock and Pacific Beach.

Beach Barber Tract
While visiting Beach Barber Tract, you might make a stop by sights like Windansea Beach and Marine Street Beach.