7441 Cabrillo Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037

11 Must-Know Facts About La Jolla

1. La Jolla attractions draw over 7 million visitors yearly.
2. Name Origins: The name “La Jolla” likely comes from the Spanish word “la joya,” meaning “the jewel,” reflecting its reputation as a gem among San Diego’s beach communities…. or does it?
3. World-Class Education: La Jolla hosts the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), one of the world’s top research universities.
4. Marine Sanctuary: La Jolla Cove, part of a marine reserve, protects diverse sea life, making it a popular spot for snorkeling and scuba diving. The Children’s Pool and other beaches in La Jolla are famous haul-out sites for seals and sea lions. Here visitors can get just steps from seal pups and their parents behind the man-made break wall protecting their own beach.
5. The Torrey Pine: Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, is one of the few places where the rare Torrey Pine tree grows. The reserve is over 2,000 acres and known for its hiking trails.
6. Cultural Hub: La Jolla Playhouse, a professional theater, has produced numerous award-winning plays that have gone on to Broadway.
7. Scientific Research: The Scripps Institution of Oceanography, one of the oldest and most important oceanographic research centers, is in La Jolla.
8. Ultra Luxury Real Estate : Famous locals from Alicia Keys to Mitt Romney reside in some of the most incredible homes California has to offer. Whether its beachfront or cliff-top like the Razor House, La Jolla is consistently ranked in the most expensive zip codes to acquire property in the nation.
9. Architectural Landmark: The Salk Institute, designed by Louis Kahn, is a stunning modernist architectural landmark and a globally recognized research facility.
10. Artistic Flair: La Jolla features numerous art galleries, and the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) offers an impressive collection focused on contemporary works.
11. Luxury Shopping and Dining: La Jolla’s Prospect Street is known for upscale dining and luxury shopping, attracting visitors from around the globe.