One of the top beach destinations in the world

With a dramatic coastline boasting incredible views, it's no surprise that La Jolla is one of the most popular beach destinations in California. Surrounded on three sides by the sea and backed by the steep slopes of Mt. Soledad, La Jolla's natural beauty, abundance of activities and upscale village lifestyle ensure that it lives up to its nickname as "the jewel" of San Diego.

Consistently voted one of the top beach destinations in the world, La Jolla offers a wide range of accommodations from luxurious hotels to casual coastal retreats, along with museums and art galleries, one-of-a-kind boutiques, great restaurants and a slew of outdoor activities. Home to the famous Torrey Pines Golf Course and The Lodge at Torrey Pines, the scenic cliff area offers well-groomed hiking trails with spectacular views, and world-class golf. At Torrey Pines Gliderport, you can soar out over the beach cliffs on a hang glider or just relax and watch the action above.

Along the dramatic coastline lies Scripps Park, where families can picnic throughout the summer, while enjoying Fourth of July fireworks and concerts under the stars. Just south of the park is the Children’s Pool, where a seawall was originally built to protect kids from incoming waves, but has been long taken over by a local seal colony. People are no longer permitted to swim here, but you can walk out along the seawall for a close-up view of the wildlife.

La Jolla is also home to Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institute of Oceanography and plenty of cultural attractions including the La Jolla Playhouse and the Museum of Contemporary Art, all situated in close proximity to The Village. The University of San Diego, which hosts the popular Geisel Library and the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, are both located in La Jolla as well.

La Jolla's biggest draw for locals and visitors alike are the beautiful beaches. During the summer and autumn months, the surf is relatively gentle, with warm waters in 70s. Swimmers, snorkelers, scuba divers, kayakers and surfers can enjoy the golden sands of La Jolla Shores, the Cove and Windansea. And be sure to keep an eye out for migrating whales off the coast as they travel to and from Baja California.

The climate is mild, with an average daily temperature of 70.5F

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    MLS#: 306123762
    $4,000,000
    2160
    sqft
    3
    Baths
    4
    Beds
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    MLS#: 240004620
    $4,095,000
    3581
    sqft
    2
    Baths
    3
    Beds
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    MLS#: 240010926
    $4,125,000
    3485
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    5
    Baths
    6
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    MLS#: 306138165
    $4,150,000
    1937
    sqft
    2
    Baths
    2
    Beds
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    MLS#: 240003742
    $4,200,000
    1917
    sqft
    4.5
    Baths
    4
    Beds
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    MLS#: 240008833
    $4,400,000
    3122
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    3
    Baths
    5
    Beds
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    MLS#: 240009076
    $4,450,000
    2847
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    4.5
    Baths
    3
    Beds
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    MLS#: 240003600
    $4,590,000
    2176
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    3
    Baths
    5
    Beds
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    MLS#: 240005068
    $4,895,000
    2900
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    4.5
    Baths
    3
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