La Jolla Coast & Cove Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

Explore La Jolla’s coastline on a self-guided walking tour featuring sea caves, coastal views, and iconic stops like La Jolla Cove and the Children’s Pool. This GPS-guided audio tour follows the scenic Coast Walk Trail, with stories and directions that play automatically as you walk. Start with sweeping views of La Jolla Shores, Scripps Pier, and Torrey Pines in the distance, then hear the story of Sunny Jim and the hidden staircase beneath your feet. As you continue toward La Jolla Cove, you’ll spot cormorants, seals, and sea lions along the rocky shoreline. Learn about Ellen Browning Scripps and her lasting impact on La Jolla before visiting the Children’s Pool, a favorite gathering place for seals. The tour continues into the village, where you’ll pass art galleries, local landmarks, and a few great spots to eat before finishing near where you started. This flexible, self-paced tour lets you explore on your own schedule with the freedom to stop, detour, or linger at viewpoints.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   15 min

   Take in the views from this beautiful section of La Jolla's Coast Walk Trail. We'll point out prominent landmarks such as La Jolla Shores, the Scripps Pier, and Torrey Pines Golf Course.

2. 2

   La Jolla Underwater Park

   5 min

   Learn about the unique underwater environment in the waters between La Jolla Cove and Scripps Pier.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   10 min

   Learn about the secret history of Sunny Jim Cave (as you stand above it) and how it got its name. If you decide to pay for admission (not included) you can descend the dark staircase and get a chance to view the cave for yourself.

4. 4

   La Jolla Cove

   5 min

   Take in the iconic sights of La Jolla Cove as you hear about some of the birds and marine animals that share this beautiful location.

5. 5

   Ellen Browning Scripps Park

   10 min

   Hear the fascinating history of Ellen Browning Scripps and the enormous impact her philanthropic activities have had on San Diego.

6. 6

   Children's Pool

   5 min

   Soak up more incredible views as you gaze out over the La Jolla Children's Pool, another historical piece of La Jolla's past.

7. 7

   Stop 7

   10 min

   Pop your head into this historic La Jolla hotel as you hear about its interesting history that involves some of Hollywood's early celebrities.

8. 8

   Stop 8

   10 min

   Browse some of their exquisite photography collections spanning culture, landscape, and wildlife.

9. 9

   Stop 9

   10 min

   Discover some truly stunning and unique works by photographer Peter Lik.

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Tour length varies depending on time spent at each location
• Children under 11 are free

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.