

Things to do in La Jolla
La Jolla is San Diego's best water day: kayak tours into the sea caves, snorkelling with leopard sharks in the ecological reserve, coastal walks with sea lions and sunset sails.
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What are the best things to do in La Jolla?
Outty ranks 78 bookable experiences in La Jolla, United States. The highest scoring is Cali Dreaming Electric Bike Tour of La Jolla and Pacific Beach at 85 out of 100, followed by Incredible Slot Canyons to the Pacific, SoCal Riviera Electric Bike Tour of La Jolla and Mount Soledad, Explore San Diego Tide Pools with a Marine Biologist. Prices start at $6 per person and 0 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. June to September for warm water, year-round for kayaking.
- Ranked experiences
- 78
- In the 90+ Club
- 0
- From
- $6 per person
- Bookable today
- 78
Most Popular in La Jolla
The experiences travelers book most right now.


Original La Jolla Sea Cave Kayak Tour for Two

Sourdough by the Sea — La Jolla Baking Workshop

Tidepool Tours with a Marine Biologist

Sunset Kayak Tour of La Jolla Caves for two people (tandem kayak)

Fun Gnocchi Making Class With a Local Chef in San Diego
Most Highly Reviewed in La Jolla
Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

Cali Dreaming Electric Bike Tour of La Jolla and Pacific Beach

Incredible Slot Canyons to the Pacific

SoCal Riviera Electric Bike Tour of La Jolla and Mount Soledad

Explore San Diego Tide Pools with a Marine Biologist
Last Minute in La Jolla
Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

Cali Dreaming Electric Bike Tour of La Jolla and Pacific Beach

Incredible Slot Canyons to the Pacific

SoCal Riviera Electric Bike Tour of La Jolla and Mount Soledad

Explore San Diego Tide Pools with a Marine Biologist

Behind-the-Scenes at Petco Park Tour

La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour For Two (Tandem Kayak)
Family Friendly in La Jolla
Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

Explore San Diego Tide Pools with a Marine Biologist

Spectacular Sunset Sail on San Diego Bay

Spectacular Afternoon Sail on San Diego Bay

La Jolla's Best Coastal Electric Bike Tour

Sourdough by the Sea — La Jolla Baking Workshop

La Jolla Segway Tour
Food & Drink in La Jolla
Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

Chauffeured Adventure to Local San Diego Vineyards

La Jolla Cove Food & Drink Walking Tour: Sip, Savor & Sea

San Diego Sailing Sunset and Afternoon Classic Yacht

Sourdough by the Sea — La Jolla Baking Workshop

Fresh Pasta Making Evening with Cooking and Connection

Fun Gnocchi Making Class With a Local Chef in San Diego
Culture & History in La Jolla
Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

Incredible Slot Canyons to the Pacific

Explore San Diego Tide Pools with a Marine Biologist

Behind-the-Scenes at Petco Park Tour

La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour (Single Kayak)

Small Group Beach Yoga in San Diego

Spectacular Sunset Sail on San Diego Bay
Outdoors in La Jolla
Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

Cali Dreaming Electric Bike Tour of La Jolla and Pacific Beach

SoCal Riviera Electric Bike Tour of La Jolla and Mount Soledad

Behind-the-Scenes at Petco Park Tour

La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour For Two (Tandem Kayak)

The Original La Jolla Walking Tour

La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour (Single Kayak)
Nightlife in La Jolla
After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

SoCal Riviera Electric Bike Tour of La Jolla and Mount Soledad

Behind-the-Scenes at Petco Park Tour

La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour (Single Kayak)

Spectacular Sunset Sail on San Diego Bay

Chauffeured Adventure to Local San Diego Vineyards

Spectacular Afternoon Sail on San Diego Bay
Planning questions about La Jolla
- What are the best things to do in La Jolla?
- Cali Dreaming Electric Bike Tour of La Jolla and Pacific Beach is the highest ranked experience in La Jolla, scoring 85 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 432 traveler reviews. Incredible Slot Canyons to the Pacific, SoCal Riviera Electric Bike Tour of La Jolla and Mount Soledad, Explore San Diego Tide Pools with a Marine Biologist, Behind-the-Scenes at Petco Park Tour round out the top five. Outty ranks 78 bookable experiences in La Jolla, United States, and 0 of them score 90 or above.
- How much do activities in La Jolla cost?
- The median price across everything we rank in La Jolla is $95 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $6 on San Diego Murder Mystery: Self-Guided Detective Walk. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
- Can I book something in La Jolla for today?
- Yes. 78 of the 78 experiences we rank in La Jolla currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
- Is La Jolla good for families?
- Yes. 11 of the experiences we rank in La Jolla are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
- How many days do you need in La Jolla?
- Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
- When is the best time to visit La Jolla?
- June to September for warm water, year-round for kayaking. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
- Can I cancel a booking in La Jolla?
- 74 of the 78 experiences we rank in La Jolla offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
- How does the Outty Ranking work?
- Every experience in La Jolla gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within La Jolla so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.