La Jolla is one of the most beautiful seaside villages in the world. Home to the renowned La Valencia Hotel, the jewel of San Diego spans miles of rustic coastline ideal for sightseeing, water sports and sunbathing. With cliffs and caves interlocking along the shore, La Jolla offers explorers a saltwater wonderland to scavenge for coral, crab, fish and sea urchin. There is an abundance of lodging options in La Jolla from beachy chic to Zen elegance and everything in between. Downtown La Jolla is a shopping mecca with upscale boutiques, corner cafes and ritzy restaurants overlooking the roaring Pacific Ocean. Sprawling sidewalks and biking trails offer outdoor enthusiasts scenic routes to stroll or race along the coast. Visitors can kayak, enjoy an elegant brunch or grab an ice cream cone at a local creamery. Snorkeling and scuba diving tours will open your eyes to life beneath the waves where you can see exotic fish, leopard sharks and starfish. The area’s favorite beach is La Jolla Shores, a top pick for its open parks and boardwalk. La Jolla Cove is home to the local sea lion population and set along the bluffs where the nightlife scene is casual and bustling.