Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in La Jolla

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in La Jolla

Torrey Pines State Reserve
Torrey Pines State Reserve
4.8 (11036 ratings)4.5 (3514 ratings)
Acres of oceanside trails for exploring or exercising while spotting occasional dolphins or bobcats.
12600 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Nature preserveNature & ParksParkState parkNature & Wildlife AreasHiking Trails
Seaport Village
Seaport Village
4.6 (18125 ratings)4 (4366 ratings)
Waterside complex with shops, eateries, entertainment & relaxed grounds featuring fountains & ponds.
849 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Shopping mallShoppingPiers & BoardwalksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
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."
Mentioned by sealtours.com
30+ Must See Attractions in San Diego | Top San Diego Attractions
"The San Diego Padres have been San Diego’s Major Baseball League Team since 1969. They have a large following of fans that include both San Diego residents and baseball enthusiasts around the country. Their stadium, PETCO Park, is known for its architecturally attractive design and for capturing the spirit and natural beauty of the city."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
Must-Visit Attractions in San Diego
"The San Diego Padres play at Petco Park, which you can find downtown. Thanks to the year-round sun, a ball game is usually a good excuse to sit outside at any point in the season. If baseball isn’t your thing, though, the stadium also hosts a variety of other sports and concerts."
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 planetware.com
14 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in San Diego | PlanetWare
"At the Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, you can travel back in time and soak up some of the rich culture from San Diego's early days. The park recreates the feel of the Mexican and early American periods, from 1821 to 1872, when this settlement grew from a small Mexican pueblo. Visit a working blacksmith shop, shop for authentic Mexican crafts, browse the art studios, enjoy live Mariachi music, and dine on a sunny patio at one of the atmospheric restaurants."
Mentioned by San Diego 5 days itinerary
5-Day Best of San Diego Itinerary
"Spend a long morning in Old Town State Historic Park, exploring the adobe buildings and browsing the many gift shops. You’ll be tempted to sit down for a Mexican lunch at one of the tourist restaurants, but save your appetite for a more genuine experience at El Indio, just up the street in Mission Hills."
Centennial Park
Centennial Park
4.8 (1503 ratings)4.5 (40 ratings)
Sweeping panoramas from an expansive lawn with benches, a rose garden & a small beach.
1101 1st St, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
ParkNature & Parks
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
Spreckels Park
Spreckels Park
4.7 (785 ratings)4.5 (105 ratings)
8-acre park with an open lawn, picnic tables & playground hosting concerts & more in its gazebo.
601 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by Moke Experience
Top 10 Things To Do on Coronado Island
"The perfect way to end your weekend at Coronado is with a Sunday afternoon concert in Spreckles Park. Located at the center of the island right on Orange Street, Spreckels park has a cute playground making it a great hang-out for families. You can also get a taste of the local art scene on the first and third Sundays of each month when the Coronado Art Association hosts Art-In-The-Park."
Blue Sky Ecological Reserve
Blue Sky Ecological Reserve
4.7 (684 ratings)4.5 (26 ratings)
Wild 700-acre canyon habitat for myriad flora & fauna, with hiking trails & guided tours.
16275 Espola Rd, Poway, CA 92064, USA
Hiking areaNature & ParksHiking Trails
Vietnam Unit Memorial Monument
Vietnam Unit Memorial Monument
4.5 (12 ratings)5 (15 ratings)
Coronado, CA 92118, USA
MonumentSights & LandmarksMonuments & Statues

Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in La Jolla

Trilogy Sanctuary
Trilogy Sanctuary
4.7 (287 ratings)
Rooftop cafe offering an organic, vegan, gluten-free menu, smoothies, boho-chic decor & ocean views.
Rooftop & Level 3, 7650 Girard Ave Suite 400, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Vegan restaurantBoutiqueCafeGluten-free restaurantHealth food restaurantOrganic restaurantRestaurantVegetarian restaurantWellness centerYoga studio
Mentioned by VacationIdea
12 Best Vegetarian Restaurants in San Diego, CA
"Set in a downtown La Jolla Yoga studio, Trilogy Sanctuary is a vegan rooftop restaurant and juice bar that boasts Boho chic décor and beautiful ocean views and serves a menu of organic, vegan, and gluten-free fare, super smoothies, and fresh juices for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The menu features favorites such as “eggs” Benedict served with cauliflower cheese “eggs,” avocado, sprouts, “Hollandaise” sauce and eggplant “bacon” on a toasted gluten-free bun, the Sunflower Sprout Raw Pizza, and the Kale Superfood Salad. Trilogy Sanctuary also offers detox programs and catering services."
The WestBean Coffee Roasters
The WestBean Coffee Roasters
4.5 (200 ratings)
Cozy, modern setting for house-roasted coffee, including cold brew on tap, pour-overs & more.
240 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Coffee shopCafeCoffee roastersCoffee storeCoffee wholesaler
Mentioned by Thrillist
The 8 Best Coffee Roasters in San Diego
"Downtown and GrantvilleAfter five years of wholesaling its beans, Westbean was just rated one of the top 16 hottest coffee shops in the nation by Zagat and has collaborated with Blind Lady Alehouse, Benchmark Brewing Company, and more. You can grab a cup at its two San Diego locations, on Broadway Downtown or at its roastery/coffee bar in Grantville, or just a brew a cup for yourself since this micro-roaster also sells its coffee online along with all kinds of brewing equipment. Whether you prefer your coffee made with a French press, AeroPress, or pour-over style, there are step-by-step instructions on the site teaching coffee drinkers how to make the perfect cup using just about every brewing method possible."
Mentioned by Secret San Diego
12 Best Coffee Shops In San Diego
"A post shared by The WestBean Coffee Roasters (@thewestbean) on Aug 21, 2019 at 7:15am PDT. WestBean is located in Downtown San Diego, Banker’s Hill, Liberty Public Market as well as Bay Ho, which also houses their roastery. Their beans are sourced from a host of green coffee importers, and they offer delicious specialty drinks like their lavender and honey cinnamon lattes."
Mentioned by The Venue Report
25 of the Coolest Coffee Shops in San Diego
"Located Downtown, Bankers Hill and at Liberty Station’s Public Market in Point Loma, The Westbean Coffee Roasters are brewing simple yet complex cups, roasted locally in San Diego. The latest location to open is in Bankers Hill at the base of Mister A’s serving the same beautiful brews with an expanded food menu."
Al Teatro Panini Grill
Al Teatro Panini Grill
4.6 (46 ratings)
European-inspired cafe offering up a selection of panini & salads in a comfortable & stylish space.
1254 Third Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
RestaurantBurrito restaurantCafeCatererCoffee shopItalian restaurantSandwich shopVegetarian restaurant

Best Cookies in La Jolla

The Milk Bar | North Park
The Milk Bar | North Park
3.4 (133 ratings)
2940 Lincoln Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
Ice cream shopCafeCookie shopMilk delivery service
Mentioned by Spoon University
25 Epic Desserts in San Diego to Eat Before You Die
"The Milk Bar offers you a long list of flavored milks that can be blended into milkshakes. Cinnamon Toast Crunch, cookies and cream, Fruit Loops, and chocolate peanut butter are just a few of the many flavored milk choices. The menu also consists of gourmet cookies and milk stouts."
Uncle Biffs California Killer Cookies
Uncle Biffs California Killer Cookies
4.5 (200 ratings)
Using natural ingredients, this bakery prepares gourmet cookies in over a dozen flavors.
650 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
Cookie shopFood manufacturer
Mentioned by hoodline.com
San Diego's top 5 bakeries, ranked
"Finally, over in Hillcrest, check out Uncle Biff's Killer Cookies, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 738 reviews on Yelp. You can find the bakery at 650 University Ave. (between Sixth and Seventh avenues). This story was created automatically using local business data, then reviewed and augmented by an editor."
Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe - Scripps Ranch
Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe - Scripps Ranch
4.3 (58 ratings)
10755 Scripps Poway Pkwy, San Diego, CA 92131, USA
CafeBakeryBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCake shopCookie shopLunch restaurant
Mentioned by Your North County
Best Coffee Shops in San Diego North County (Master List) | YNC
"Situated in an unassuming strip mall in Sabre Springs (west of Poway), Nutmeg has racked up its healthy share of local fans. Serving Caffe Calabria coffee, seasonal foods (breakfast, brunch, and lunch), gluten-free and vegan menu items, and sweet delights from its vast pastry case, Nutmeg makes culinary and coffee magic happen in an industrial-like, open space with bar seating, booth areas, and tables situated next to outlets. If you’re looking for an office away from home, Nutmeg is it."

Cultural Center in La Jolla

Tijuana Cultural Center
Tijuana Cultural Center
4.8 (14823 ratings)4.5 (700 ratings)
Modern museum with exhibits & installations on Mexican history & culture, plus an IMAX theater.
Paseo de los Héroes 9350, Zona Urbana Rio Tijuana, 22010 Tijuana, B.C., Mexico
Cultural centerMuseumsIMAX theaterSpecialty Museums
Japanese Friendship Garden
Japanese Friendship Garden
4.6 (4829 ratings)4 (284 ratings)
Balboa Park's Japanese gardens have koi ponds, bonsai trees, a teahouse, garden tours & more.
2215 Pan American Rd E, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Non-profit organizationNature & ParksCultural centerGardenHistorical landmark
Mentioned by Red Tricycle
Just the Ticket! Free Museum Days for Families
"Feel the beauty of the waterfalls and greenery as you stroll the pathways of the Japanese Friendship Garden. Skip right past the entrance fee the third Tuesday of every month. As well, explore the Japanese rock garden and take in the current indoor display."
WorldBeat Cultural Center
WorldBeat Cultural Center
4.7 (242 ratings)
2100 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Cultural centerEvent venueArts organizationNon-profit organization

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