Bird Rock Travel Guide
La Jolla
Popular places to visit
La Jolla Cove
Enjoy world-class shopping, restaurants and beaches in the sparkling “Jewel City” along the ocean.
La Jolla Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at La Jolla Beach during your trip to La Jolla? Discover the area's beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants.
Torrey Pines Golf Course
Play a round of golf in La Jolla at Torrey Pines Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
University of California, San Diego
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of California, San Diego during your travels in La Jolla. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this walkable area or enjoy its surfing spots.
Birch Aquarium
See what lies beneath the waters of the Pacific Coast at this intimate and educational attraction at La Jolla beach, not far from downtown San Diego.
Windansea Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Windansea Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to La Jolla. Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
Things to do
City Cruises San Diego: Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
San Diego: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego: Luggage Storage in Marina
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
Top hotels in Bird Rock
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Spotless
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Great stay
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Bay Club Hotel & Marina
Clean room, great location, nice view. Would only wish shower pressure was more than a mist. Will stay again and hope for a better shower head.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
The DEXTRO Little Italy, BW Premier Collection
Clean room and available a few hours earlier than normal check in! Room was spacious and staff was great!
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
The Sofia Hotel
Location is close to Gaslamp district howvever seapoint village was cleaner and had nice restaurants and shops. The conference centre is a nice 15 to 20 minute walk from the hotel. The hotel manager Amy turned our stay around by listening issue with the AC and the fluff coming from it.We moved to ...
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
My room was clean the hotel breakfast was excellent the staff and hotel are great! I love where this hotel is located always a good time until next year!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bird Rock
Upper Hermosa
When in Upper Hermosa, you can plan a visit to Bird Rock and Windansea Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
La Jolla Mesa
While La Jolla Mesa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tourmaline Surfing Park and Bird Rock.
Lower Hermosa
Lower Hermosa might not have many top sights, but Bird Rock and Windansea Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Muirlands
While there might not be top attractions in Muirlands, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bird Rock and Windansea Beach.
La Jolla Alta
While La Jolla Alta isn't home to many top sights, Tourmaline Surfing Park and Bird Rock are some notable places to visit nearby.
Beach Barber Tract
If you're spending some time in Beach Barber Tract, Windansea Beach and Marine Street Beach are top sights worth seeing.
