La Jolla translated from Spanish means "the jewel," which is a well fitting name for a beautiful town full of splendid blue water. La Jolla is one of best of California's oceanside towns and is also a home to many of the best beaches in the whole state.
Over the years La Jolla, California has developed a reputation as a great place to visit and on any given day of the year, on the average, there are over 7,000 people visiting the town. This is an excellent indication that this elegant and charming California cost town has a lot to offer in order to attract the new as well as returning visitors.
When you come to La Jolla, CA you'll notice that there are quite a few things you can do. If you’re looking for some fun and exciting things to do here, below you’ll find a list of 5 great things to get you started:
1. La Jolla Beaches - When you hear that San Diego has great beaches, it's the truth. La Jolla Shores, Windansea and La Jolla Cove are some of the best in the San Diego area and possibly even the whole state of California.
2. Birch Aquarium - is a popular San Diego area attraction and although it's smaller and more intimate than other aquariums, it's packed with a lot of interesting exhibits that will help you experience the wonders of the deep ocean. Best of all it won't wear you out.
3. La Jolla Playhouse - is a theater company that is highly regarded around the world.
4. La Jolla Walking Tour - Hike Bike Kayak company offers a splendid one hour tour that focuses on the splendor and beauty of the La Jolla Coast and on the history of the city.
5. La Jolla Kayaking - The Hike Bike Kayak company also offers a tour of the La Jolla sea caves, with no prior experience required in order to participate.
A La Jolla weekend trip to is an excellent time to enjoy a leisurely brunch. The Cottage has a beach bungalow atmosphere and it serves a great cuisine, while the Marine Room at the Sea Lodge was voted several times in a row as the best Sunday brunch in the area. With great views and few tourists, if you’re looking for a simple breakfast just follow Coast Blvd. to the Goldfish Point Cafe.
La Jolla, California is a hard place to beat for a great weekend getaway. If you visit on hot summer days, you'll probably spend a majority of your time on the beaches loving every minute of it. There's plenty to do here so all you need to do is just come here and create some unforgettable lifelong memories.
