La Jolla means "the jewel" in Spanish and it's an appropriate appellation for
this pretty cliffside town just north of San Diego. Decidedly upscale, La Jolla
offers great art galleries and shopping, beautiful coastal views and walks and
some of the area's best beaches, including a California surfing icon.
Ready to Go? Use our La Jolla Weekend Getaway Planner and you'll be ready in no time.
La Jolla is Popular For: Family outings, romantic getaways and outdoor recreation (especially kayaking)
How Far? Check the map at the beginning of this gallery to see which getaways are closest to your starting point. Most weekend-trippers limit their adventures to about three hours' travel time and most drive there. If you're going by car, La Jolla is Within 200 Miles of Bakersfield, Los Angeles, Orange County, San Bernardino and San Diego.
If you don't mind flying, you can expand your range by flying to San Diego. Compare airfare prices at Kayak.com or check for last-minute specials at lastminute.com