Must See Sights and Landmarks in La Jolla Shores Area

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Must See Sights and Landmarks in La Jolla Shores Area

Maritime Museum of San Diego
Maritime Museum of San Diego
4.7 (2737 ratings)4.5 (1598 ratings)
Waterfront venue showcasing many types of restored vintage ships & historical exhibits.
1492 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkMaritime museumOutdoor activity organiserShipsSpecialty Museums
Petco Park
Petco Park
4.7 (13150 ratings)4.5 (4116 ratings)
Opened in 2004, this prominent outdoor stadium features seasonal sporting events & concerts.
100 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
StadiumSights & LandmarksEvent venueArenas & StadiumsSports Complexes
Mentioned by San Diego 3 days itinerary
3 Days in San Diego Itinerary – What to See and Do
"Afterwards, take yourself to the south east corner of the Gaslamp area and locate Petco Park (it’s kind of hard to miss). This giant baseball stadium is home to the San Diego Padres and, baseball fan or not (I’m not), is a pretty spectacular sight. If you’re in San Diego during the baseball season, tickets are affordable and make for a great night out. Otherwise, you can take a stadium tour, or just climb up onto the grassy bank opposite and have a nosey from there."
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park
4.6 (19180 ratings)4.5 (5262 ratings)
Open-air museum about local life in the 1800s, with adobe buildings & interpretive performances.
4002 Wallace St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
State parkSights & LandmarksParkHistoric Walking Areas
Mentioned by San Diego 3 days itinerary
3 Days in San Diego Itinerary – What to See and Do
"In 1968, the State of California Department of Parks and Recreation established Old Town State Historic Park to preserve the rich heritage that characterized San Diego during the 1821 to 1872 period. Within Old Town don’t miss Casa de Estudillo, which is one of the few original buildings (many are reproductions), Whaley House and Museum, which is believed to be haunted and Junípero Serra Museum, literally the place where California began."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
Must-Visit Attractions in San Diego
"There are several historic buildings to be found, including five adobes, a hotel dating back to 1870, and a reconstructed courthouse and stable. Educational events are frequent occurrences, from theatrical performances to blacksmith demonstrations to tours."
Torrey Pines Gliderport
Torrey Pines Gliderport
4.8 (3155 ratings)4.5 (1344 ratings)
Tandem & solo paragliding sessions offered at a clifftop facility with a cafe & hiking trails.
2800 Torrey Pines Scenic Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Hang gliding centerSights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkEducational sites
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
4.5 (132 ratings)4.5 (214 ratings)
Acclaimed scientific-research center also noted for its striking architectural design, with tours.
10010 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Research instituteSights & LandmarksResearch foundationScience academyArchitectural BuildingsPoints of Interest & Landmarks
St. Joseph Cathedral
St. Joseph Cathedral
4.8 (371 ratings)5 (9 ratings)
1535 Third Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Catholic cathedralSights & LandmarksCathedralChurches & Cathedrals
Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala
Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala
4.7 (1132 ratings)4.5 (350 ratings)
Visitors can explore the grounds of this 18th-century, still-active mission, the state's first.
10818 San Diego Mission Rd, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
MissionSights & LandmarksAttraction
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
Sights in San Diego
"It's hard to imagine how remote California's earliest mission must have once been; these days, however, it's accessible by major freeways…"
Mercado El Popo
Mercado El Popo
4.4 (862 ratings)4 (96 ratings)
22000, Calle Benito Juárez 2da 8053, Zona Centro, 22000 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico
Grocery storeSights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
University of California San Diego
University of California San Diego
4.5 (879 ratings)4.5 (311 ratings)
9500 Gilman Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093, USA
UniversitySights & LandmarksEducational sites
Favorite color wall mural
Favorite color wall mural
4.4 (5 ratings)4.5 (22 ratings)
Public mural by Roy McMakin featuring a large wall with a grid of squares painted in bright colors.
7596 Eads Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
MuseumSights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks

Best Arts and Culture Places in La Jolla Shores

White Box Contemporary
White Box Contemporary
5 (1 ratings)
225 Market St, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Art gallery
Mentioned by LaJolla.com
The Top Art Museums & Galleries in San Diego
"But it was clear that this gallery used some type of review management platform, as visitors had nothing but nice things to say. And although White Box Contemporary only dated back to 2011, it quickly became one of the best venues in and around the San Diego area. Opened and managed by artist and international art dealer Alexander Salazar, this was the place to be in the region for access to works from top new talent."
basileIE Gallery & Event Space Rental
basileIE Gallery & Event Space Rental
4.3 (8 ratings)
2070 Logan Ave, San Diego, CA 92113, USA
Art gallery
Mentioned by San Diego Travel Blog
4 Young, Contemporary Art Galleries to Explore in San Diego
"Where: 2070 Logan Ave, San Diego, CA 92113 Designer and former restaurateur Paul Basile teamed up with artist C. Martino to launch BasileIE, a gallery in the culturally diverse, downtown-adjacent neighborhood of Barrio Logan. Smack between Chicano Park and a piñata store, the gallery focuses on highlighting contemporary art from undiscovered and under-appreciated artists."
Pigment
Pigment
4.6 (644 ratings)
Airy shop carrying a wide range of items for the home, from furniture to plants to kitchen supplies.
3801 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
Home goods storeArt galleryFurniture storeGift shopJewelry store
Mentioned by San Diego 5 days itinerary
San Diego – The Perfect Itinerary for First-Timers
"Don’t miss Pigment, my favorite store in ALL of San Diego! If you’re more of the outdoorsy type, head over to Cabrillo National Monument. You can check out the vintage Point Loma lighthouse and take in gorgeous views of the city harbor. Try to time your visit with low tide, because you’ll be able to check out the tide pools for creatures."
Mentioned by Jasmine Alley
49 Most Instagrammable Places in San Diego in 2021
"Not only is Pigment a great place to pick up some cute gifts for you and your friends, but it is also a very Instagrammable place in San Diego!. The store has ultra-cute backgrounds and a super chic three-toned pink mural outside the North Park location."
Mentioned by Local Adventurer » Travel Adventures in Las Vegas + World Wide
Most Popular Instagram Spots in San Diego ➳ Local Adventurer
"This is a store in North Park that looks like it’s made for instagram. If you visit, you’ll see what I’m talking about. Don’t forget to pick up some of my favorite postcards designed by our friend, Katie Hart at Odd Daughter Co."

Best Vegan Restaurants in La Jolla Shores

Sipz La Jolla
Sipz La Jolla
4.4 (16 ratings)
613 Pearl St, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Vegan restaurantAsian restaurantDessert shopHealth food restaurantVegetarian restaurant
Northside Shack - North Park
Northside Shack - North Park
4.7 (27 ratings)
3773 30th St UNIT H, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
Juice shopBreakfast restaurantCafeCoffee shopFruit parlorHealth food restaurantLunch restaurantSalad shopVegan restaurantVegetarian restaurant
Veggie Grill
Veggie Grill
4.5 (393 ratings)
Vegan chain offering sandwiches, salads, faux meats & sides in a modern, counter-service setting.
4353 La Jolla Village Drive #H28, San Diego, CA 92122, USA
Vegan restaurantGluten-free restaurantHamburger restaurantHealth food restaurantOrganic restaurantSalad shopVegetarian restaurant

Best Pastries in La Jolla Shores

Lani Coffee
Lani Coffee
4.5 (293 ratings)
Mainland outpost of Hawaiian coffee stalwart for espresso drinks, tea & smoothies in a cheery space.
101 Market St #100, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Coffee shopBreakfast restaurantBurrito restaurantCafeCake shopHawaiian restaurantJuice shopTakeout RestaurantPastry shop
Grants Coffee Room
Grants Coffee Room
4.4 (208 ratings)
Serving a menu of breakfast fare & deli sandwiches, this corner shop carries beer, wine & groceries.
2953 Beech St, San Diego, CA 92102, USA
Coffee shopBreakfast restaurantDeliMarketPastry shopSandwich shop
Cafe Gratitude San Diego
Cafe Gratitude San Diego
4.5 (1751 ratings)
A branch of the LA chain offering creative plant-based fare, juices, beer & wine in hip, clean digs.
1980 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Vegan restaurantBreakfast restaurantCafeCoffee shopHealth food restaurantJuice shopPastry shopRestaurantVegetarian restaurant

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