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La Jolla

California, United States · North America

About La Jolla

La Jolla is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Sorrento Valley, 10km from SeaWorld San Diego.

La Jolla is a town located in California, United States. With a population of 42,808, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, La Jolla sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Los Angeles time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add La Jolla to your route.

About La Jolla

La Jolla ( la HOY-uh, Latin American Spanish: [la ˈxoʝa]) is a neighborhood in San Diego, California, occupying 7 miles (11 km) of coastline along the Pacific Ocean. La Jolla is located 12 miles (19 km) north of downtown San Diego and 45 miles (72 km) south of the Orange County line. The neighborhood's border borders

Read more Pacific Beach to the south and extends along the shoreline north to include Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve ending at Del Mar. La Jolla is home to the University of California, San Diego, Birch Aquarium, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Scripps Research, and the Salk Institute for Biological Studies.

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What are the best things to do in La Jolla?

La Jolla offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is La Jolla located?

La Jolla is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 32.8473 latitude, -117.2742 longitude.

What is the population of La Jolla?

La Jolla has a population of approximately 42,808 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
42,808
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
32.8473, -117.2742

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911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
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right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from La Jolla

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

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SeaWorld San Diego

Southern California's marine life park offering animal experiences, aquarium exhibits, and amusement rides.

10 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

San Diego Zoo

World-renowned zoo in Balboa Park home to over 12,000 animals of more than 650 species in naturalistic habitats.

17 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

LEGOLAND California

Carlsbad theme park designed for families with children aged 2–12, featuring over 60 LEGO-themed rides and attractions.

31 km · about 35 min drive

landmark

San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Expansive wildlife sanctuary in Escondido where animals roam in vast open-range enclosures mimicking their native habitats.

38 km · about 45 min drive

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near La Jolla.

Sorrento Valley

🇺🇸 United States

9 km awayPop. 5,000

Del Mar

🇺🇸 United States

13 km awayPop. 4,351

Mira Mesa

🇺🇸 United States

14 km awayPop. 70,000

Solana Beach

🇺🇸 United States

16 km awayPop. 13,449

San Diego

🇺🇸 United States

18 km awayPop. 1,404,452

Fairbanks Ranch

🇺🇸 United States

18 km awayPop. 3,148

Rancho Penasquitos

🇺🇸 United States

19 km awayPop. 60,000

Coronado

🇺🇸 United States

20 km awayPop. 24,812

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