La Jolla

The seaside community of La Jolla is one of the most beautiful and luxurious areas of San Diego. Its diverse landscape includes long stretches of beach and ocean caves of La Jolla Shores and the scenic Mt. Soledad. La Jolla’s name may be derived from the Spanish phrase “la joya,” meaning “the jewel,” and it certainly lives up to that title.

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La Jolla’s variety of attractions includes the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Birch Aquarium, as well as the Mount Soledad Memorial, which features breathtaking views of La Jolla and the neighboring communities of Pacific Beach and University City. It also offers top-quality sports facilities at the La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club, the Torrey Pines Golf Course, and the La Jolla Country Club. Upscale shopping and thriving nightlife can be found just a short walking distance from the beach. The area is also home to UCSD, consistently ranked among the best universities in the nation. As a prosperous upper-class community, La Jolla offers elegant homes with sweeping ocean views. The well-educated population is full of current and former UCSD students, as well as retirees looking to spend their sunset years in an inviting, comfortable setting. Interstate 5 runs along its eastern border for easy accessibility. From the tranquil hills of La Jolla Heights to the bustling streets of Bird Rock, La Jolla is sure to have something for every taste. Here are its 16 unique neighborhoods:

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La Jolla schools are among the best in San Diego, including the world-class university UCSD. Elementary schools:

All Hallows Academy (private)
Bird Rock Elementary
The Children’s School (private)
Evans School (private)
Gillespie School (private)
La Jolla Country Day (private)
La Jolla Elementary
San Diego French American School (private)
Stella Maris Academy (private)
Torrey Pines Elementary

Middle schools:

Bishop’s School (private)
La Jolla Country Day (private)
Muirlands Middle School
The Preuss School
San Diego French American School (private)
Stella Maris Academy (private)

High schools:

Bishop’s School (private)
La Jolla Country Day (private)
La Jolla High School
The Preuss School

La Jolla has a great deal of top-quality dining, particularly in the downtown Village neighborhood. Here are some of the restaurants we recommend. Casual:

Prepkitchen
The Cottage
The Promiscuous Fork
Whisknladle

Formal:

Amaya La Jolla
Eddie V’s Prime Seafood
George’s Ocean Terrace
Nine-Ten
The Marine Room

La Jolla has a variety of shopping options. Bird Rock has shops lining its main thoroughfare of La Jolla Boulevard, and La Jolla Village has a pair of shopping centers across from one another with a wide selection. However, the best shopping in the neighborhood is found in the downtown Village area. The premier shopping streets, Prospect Street and Girard Avenue, are filled with boutiques and galleries. The La Jolla Open Aire Farmer’s Market, held Sundays from 9am to 1pm, is another excellent option.