What to do and see in La Jolla, California (CA): The Best Things to do Adventurous

February 27, 2022 Darwin Bolte

Topnotch golf courses, art galleries and seals share the dramatic oceanside landscape of La Jolla, an affluent community 15 minutes from downtown San Diego. Swimmers, snorkelers and kayakers dip into La Jolla Cove, where the protected waters shield an abundance of bright orange Garibaldi fish and sea caves indent the cliffs. The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, the family-friendly Birch Aquarium and the acclaimed La Jolla Playhouse deliver breaks from the sun.
Restaurants in La Jolla

1. San Diego Fly Rides

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San Diego Fly Rides

Experience San Diego in style and comfort on our Hybrid Electric Bikes. Travel at speeds of up to 20mph and a range of 20 miles plus. We offer professionally guided tours covering La Jolla, Pacific Beach, Torrey Pines, San Diego, Balboa Park, and much more! Want to explore on your own? Our Electric Bikes give you the power and freedom to make heading out on your own a breeze. San Diego Fly Rides Tour Office is located in La Jolla Village on upper Girard, across from La Jolla Elementary School. Whether you are joining us for an E-Bike Tour or a Rental we look forward to providing you with an experience second to none in San Diego!

2. Xplore Offshore

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Xplore Offshore

Xplore Offshore is San Diego's original and still the best whale and dolphin experience. I operate in a USCG certified boat and create custom and intimate trips for any age and interest. I utilize a rigid inflatable boat that was custom-built for me to provide a safe, thrilling and memorable experience. I hope you will come see me and let me show you a slice of the wildlife and magic that lives right off the San Diego coast.

3. La Jolla Sea Cave Kayaks

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La Jolla Sea Cave Kayaks

Enjoying San Diego's perfect climate means adopting a beach life-style and exploring the magnificent Pacific Ocean Coast. There's no better way to do it than in a kayak! In a single tour you will experience southern California's surf culture, observe several species of marine animals, and visit 4 different marine environments: sandy beach, rocky coast, kelp forest, and open ocean - each with it's unique characteristics and wildlife viewing opportunities. Come see the Sea Lions, Leopard Sharks, Pelicans, Cormorants... and of course, the Caves! While our ultimate destination is the magnificent sea caves that the ocean has carved from ancient cliffs, the true beauty of the area is all around the caves. Please don't have your heart set on entering the caves as this is not always safe to do. Instead, open your eyes to the details around you and you will never be disappointed! We use stable sit-on-top kayaks that are very user friendly.

4. San Diego Scuba Guide

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San Diego Scuba Guide

We provide guided SCUBA and Snorkel tours in San Diego area. While on your vacation join our NAUI certified adventure guides and discover the beautiful underwater world of La Jolla Cove. La Jolla diving tops many vacation to do lists. Clear water visibility, gentle rolling waves, kelp beds, underwater caves and an abundance of underwater sea life attracts scuba divers and snorkelers.

5. Trident Divers

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Trident Divers

Founded in 2013, Trident Divers was the result of a lifelong love of the ocean, exploration and devotion to the ideal of safety through education. As a former ocean lifeguard, and lifelong waterman Joel Tracey’s focus is on competence in the water, both swimming and diving – while in pursuit of exploration. I’ll guide you to competence in the water, and help outfit you to make a splash.

6. San Diego Scuba Pros

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San Diego Scuba Pros

San Diego Scuba Pros offers scuba and snorkeling tours as well as scuba classes at affordable rates. We customize the schedule to fit your busy lifestyle. We also make the tours and classes both enjoyable, fun, memorable, and we emphasize skill development. Other attractions include Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Kayaking, Rock Climbing & Rappelling, Jet Skiing w Inflatables, Kneeboards, & Wakeboarding

7. La Jolla Caves

La Jolla, San Diego, CA +1 858-459-0746 http://gotosocal.com/la-jolla-caves/
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La Jolla Caves

Seven elongated fissures in the cliff walls that can be entered during low tide.

Reviewed By J8972UPcarriec

Such a cool spot with so much to do. Sea caves, beautiful shore line and ocean views and of course the seals and sea lions. Parking is a bit tricky but we found parking up the hill near the shops easier and it was just a short walk (a a few..well alot..of steps) Must see in the area!

8. La Jolla Kayak

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La Jolla Kayak

La Jolla Kayak is a family run business celebrating more than 18 years as the premier ocean exploration outfit in San Diego. Offering fantastic opportunities for adventure on the open sea, La Jolla Kayak caters to tourists and locals alike. Discover by paddle or snorkel the spectacular sea cliffs, Seven Caves and underwater park, renowned to the area. La Jolla Kayak offers guided paddle and snorkel tours with specialized instructors and single or double kayak rentals to discover the sea on your own. Our Mt. Soledad Slide Bike Tour takes you through La Jolla’s most spectacular scenery. And during the warmer months you can swim with the sharks on our guided Leopard Shark Snorkel Adventures. Experience the natural beauty and wonder of the Southern California’s coastline and come away with a new appreciation for ocean kayaking, marine life, and the natural beauty of our underwater world.La Jolla Kayak is located in the heart of the seaside community of La Jolla, California, just 15 minutes north of Downtown San Diego and the SD International Airport. For over a century, La Jolla has been a favorite vacation destination of travelers from all over the world. Boasting Southern California's most beautiful and majestic coastline and the finest weather in the world, La Jolla offers a variety of recreational opportunities.

9. Bike and Kayak Tours

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Bike and Kayak Tours

Kayak the 7 Caves of La Jolla, or bike the Freefall! We offer kayaking, biking, snorkeling tours and rentals in La Jolla.

10. La Jolla Dive

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La Jolla Dive

La Jolla dive is a full service scuba diving shop that provides scuba classes, scuba tours, air fills and gear rental. La Jolla dive is located just 2 blocks from the La Jolla marine reserve making us the closest dive shop to the water. La Jolla dive is a PADI facility who's instructors have 30 years of scuba diving experience in San Diego.

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