The Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines Hotel is about 15 miles (22 minutes) from the San Diego International Airport.
DINING
Hungry? Tired of run-of-the-mill hotel food? San Diego has some of the best seafood this side of the Pacific coast. Being so close to Mexico its only natural that you’ll find some truly stellar Mexican/ Southwest inspired restaurants here as well.
Marine Room Restaurant - Enjoy outstanding seafood amidst spectacular oceanside views.
2000 Spindrift Drive, La Jolla • (866) 644.2351 • www.marineroom.com
The Cottage - A San Diego Institution, this cozy “cottage” offers excellent California cuisine and fabulous oceanside al-fresco dining.
7702 Fay Ave, La Jolla • (858) 454-8409 • www.cottagelajolla.com
Trattoria Aqua - Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine and a stellar view of La Jolla Cove.
1298 Prospect Street, La Jolla • www.trattoriaacqua.com
Su Casa Mexican and Seafood Restaurant - A La Jolla institution for over 60 years. This local favorite also serves great vegetarian Mexican dishes.
6738 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla • (858) 454-0369 • www.sucasarestaurant.com
Kemo Sabe - A San Diego experience not to be missed. Critically acclaimed for its innovative Southwester/Pacific-Rim fusion cuisine, like kahlua-peanut glazed smoked ribs and ahi wonton natchos.
3958 Fifth Ave., San Diego • (619)220-6802
Ono Sushi - Serves some of the best Japanese food in town.
1236 University Ave. San Diego • (619) 298-0616 • http://onosushi.com/contact/
Extending your stay?
Birch Aquarium at Scripps, UC San Diego -This place is choice if you want to see or learn about marine life, but don’t want the theme-park feel of SeaWorld. Features many award winning exhibits depticting ocean flora and fauna from all over the Pacific, including the shark reef and tidal pools.
2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla • http://aquarium.ucsd.edu
La Jolla Cove - This is one of the best beaches in San Diego County. This is a great place for snorkeling and scuba-diving. WARNING- San Diego- Part of the La Jolla Underwater Park Ecological Reserve, so fishing, scavenging, or "swimming devices" (surfboards, boogie boards, inflatable mattresses, etc.) are not allowed.
www.sandiego.gov/lifeguards/beaches/cove.shtml
Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve - This scenic park consists of a plateau with steep cliffs overlooking small canyons and Torrey Pines State Beach. Everything from hiking to surfing to wildlife spotting is all within reach!
12600 North Torrey Pines Road, San Diego • www.torreypine.org/index.html
Torrey Pines Golf Course - This esteemed golf course is situated near the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve and has a stunning view of the Pacific Ocean.
11480 North Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla • (858) 452-3226 • www.torreypinesgolfcourse.com
The San Diego Zoo - No first time visit to San Diego is complete(especially if you have a family) without a visit to this world-famous, world-class landmark zoo. Animals include many rare and endangered animals including one of the largest populations of giant pandas outside of Asia.
2920 Zoo Drive, San Diego • (619) 231-1515 • www.sandiegozoo.org
San Diego SeaWorld - This massive marine park comes complete with rides and sea animal attractions, including Shamu the Orca.
500 SeaWorld Dr • (800) 257-4268 • http://www.seaworld.com/sandiego