Top La Jolla Art & Culture

Enjoy the sublime coastal scenery as you spot abundant marine life during this kayaking trip in La Jolla’s sea caves and ecological reserve. Paddle along with your expert naturalist guide as you observe the numerous species of birds, dolphins, sea lions and even orcas that inhabit the area. Also, kayak among the lush kelp beds that grow in the reserve and, if conditions permit, explore inside the sea caves that dot the area’s rocky coastline. This La Jolla caves trip includes all necessary equipment, a life jacket, guide, and optional wetsuit rental.

Guided tours are relatively expensive and can follow rigid itineraries with tight schedules. This self-guided audio tour of La Jolla, a coastal town known for its rugged coastline and posh shopping, helps travelers save money and explore completely at their own pace. Follow your downloaded map app past art galleries, historic churches and hotels, and parks, finishing at the Sunny Jim Sea Cave. Start, stop, and pause the tour whenever you’d like.

Planning a trip to La Jolla? Great! I'd love to show you around the area and tell you about the history of this amazing seaside community! La Jolla is one of the most beautiful places in the world; a must see for anyone visiting San Diego. This tour takes the guesswork out of planning your trip to La Jolla. It begins at the area's most convenient spot to park, then follows a direct route, walking La Jolla's downtown and coastal areas. You will benefit from having an experienced guide explaining the history and helping you make the best use of your time. I'm here nearly every day so I'm up to date on what's happening. You can be sure you won't miss a thing! The highlight this month has been our visits to the "rookery," where sea lions have their pups each June. You will be able to see and learn about the wildlife, and take great pictures from the approved viewing locations - without disturbing the animals!

The Sip, Savor and Sea Tour offers guests an incredible food and drink tasting tour of one of the most beautiful beachside areas of San Diego. La Jolla is an affluent neighborhood full of art galleries, beautiful boutiques, and great local restaurants. The history of this area is full of exciting characters who were big dreamers, and have paved the path for this neighborhood to flourish in the arts, sciences, and sport. Marvel at the views, learn about the exciting discoveries of the life sciences, take pictures of the sea lions, visit a local art gallery, and taste food and drink samples at 3 local restaurants, and enjoy some of the best gelato in San Diego.

Get everyone together to pose for a photoshoot in San Diego. Your photographers will consult with you on where you’d like to shoot, giving you lots of choice. Then you’ll discuss wardrobe tips and some ideas on how to capture the best shots. Spend around an hour on the shoot. You can decide on plenty of packages and albums, too.

We're proud to have an out-going team of seasoned guides who spend their lives around the ocean! We also offer quality dive gear and the use of wetsuits to keep you comfortable in our Pacific Ocean!

Explore La Jolla Ecological Reserve's sea caves during a 90-minute kayaking tour. Follow your experienced guide through several diverse ecological habitats, home to one of the highest concentrations of sea life in California. Paddle toward the Seven Sea Caves, where you can get stunning views from inside Emerald Cave, the only north-facing cave in the state (conditions permitting). Explore a giant kelp forest inhabited by wildlife like otters, harbor seals and sea lions. Use of all kayaking equipment is included; no kayaking experience is necessary.

See La Jolla’s mansions, shops and scenic beaches on a 2-hour Segway tour of San Diego’s most glamorous neighborhood. Follow your guide up and down La Jolla’s famous hills, get a glimpse of the boats on Windansea Beach and watch for the seals and sea lions that cluster around Children’s Pool Beach. Cruise past Bird Rock’s seaside estates and the elegant boutiques that line the neighborhood’s shopping district, then finish your tour at a lush, coastal park with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean.

Take a guided ride through La Jolla and Pacific Beach on an e-bike. Enjoy the feeling of pedalling with power as you cruise along some of San Diego’s most picturesque spots. See the sea lions at La Jolla Cove, watch the waves crash at Windansea Beach, and tour some of San Diego’s most lavish neighborhoods on a tour that’s suitable for all levels of rider.

Enjoy a unique perspective as you cruise around La Jolla in style on a motorcycle sidecar tour with a private driver and guide. See why La Jolla is called the “Jewel,” with stops at Torrey Pines, La Jolla Cove, and La Jolla Shores Park, or enjoy a customized itinerary. There’s space for two passengers in the sidecar and for another behind the driver. Helmets have HD audio, so you can communicate and hear insights from the driver.

Turn UCSD into a game while partaking on a 2-hour Walking Adventure. Your smartphone will act as your guide, while you solve clues and complete challenges around the city. Entry price is per team.

This tour offers insights that only a local can provide. You will learn the history of La Jolla, noteworthy architecture, residents both famous and infamous, witness the wildlife, enjoy the gorgeous coast, and enjoy tips and insights to help you maximize your visit. There is much more than meets the eye in La Jolla, and by the end of the tour you will have a newfound familiarity and appreciation of our little coastal hamlet.

Here's what you'll find on the La Jolla tour. La Jolla is a small, upscale town tucked away in the city of San Diego, and is one of the most charming spots in the region with its incredible views and beaches. A detour here is a must for a successful visit to Southern California. This tour includes: Beautiful scenery, much of the tour is spent by the ocean and golden sandstone cliffs Animals, sea lions, pelicans and cormorants live year round on the shores of La Jolla. A hidden cave overlooking the ocean, only accessible through a tunnel built in 1903 La Jolla's art galleries, boutiques and hotels, including the first National Geographic store displaying the finest photographs The best ice cream shop in California with ice cream made from fresh fruit every morning