Birch Aquarium (1.6 Miles) Explore the wonders of the ocean at Birch Aquarium at Scripps. Perched on a picturesque bluff in La Jolla, the aquarium features 60+ tanks of colorful marine life, including dazzling coral reefs, thrilling sharks, undulating jellyfish and three outdoor, living tide pools. An interactive museum showcases research discoveries on climate, earth,

Salk Institute (0.1 Miles) Acclaimed by architecture critics as one of the world’s boldest structures, the Salk Institute is dramatic in both location and layout. Founded by polio vaccine developer Jonas Salk, the facility is also known for its grand achievements in modern day medical research. Learn about the institute’s impressive feats in both architecture

Torrey Pines Gliderport (0.6 Miles) Witness paragliders run off the edge of lofty oceanside bluffs, only to soar even higher on the sea breezes. Thrillseekers can even take to the air themselves on an instructional tandem flight. Torrey Pines State Reserve (2 Miles) Accented by striking red cliffs and rare pine trees, this oceanfront state

Black’s Beach (1 Mile) Within walking distance of our La Jolla hotel, Black’s Beach is one of Southern California’s more secluded sections of shoreline and is not accessible by car. Though renowned as San Diego’s only clothing-optional beach, the true allure of Black’s Beach lies in its fast, powerful waves that attract the region’s best