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La Jolla Coast & Cove Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Product code 403897P4
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From USD 9.99
Dates
Available from Feb 25, 2026
Travelers
Adult ages 0-99
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La Jolla Coast & Cove Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
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Duration
1 hour to 2 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, German, Zh Cn, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
America/Los Angeles
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From
From USD 9.99
La Jolla Coast & Cove Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
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Duration
1 hour to 2 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, German, Zh Cn, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
America/Los Angeles
Why Travelers Love This
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.
Overview
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.
What's Included
Included
Flexible Timing—start anytime and go at your own pace
Mobile app with interactive route map
Flexible Access (use the tour anytime, no expiration)
Self-guided audio tour with GPS-triggered narration
Works Offline (no cell service required after download)
Not included
Smartphone
Transportation
Admission to Sunny Jim Cave (not required)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Use your favorite navigation app to make your way to the corner of Park Row and Prospect Place in La Jolla. Once there, open the Drives & Detours app to begin.
End point
Use your favorite navigation app to make your way to the corner of Park Row and Prospect Place in La Jolla. Once there, open the Drives & Detours app to begin.
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
15 minutes
Stop 1
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.
Stop 2
5 minutes
Stop 2
Learn about the unique underwater environment in the waters between La Jolla Cove and Scripps Pier.
Stop 3
10 minutes
Stop 3
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.
Stop 4
5 minutes
Stop 4
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.
Stop 5
10 minutes
Stop 5
Hear the fascinating history of Ellen Browning Scripps and the enormous impact her philanthropic activities have had on San Diego.
Stop 6
5 minutes
Stop 6
Soak up more incredible views as you gaze out over the La Jolla Children's Pool, another historical piece of La Jolla's past.
Stop 7
10 minutes
Stop 7
Pop your head into this historic La Jolla hotel as you hear about its interesting history that involves some of Hollywood's early celebrities.
Stop 8
10 minutes
Stop 8
Browse some of their exquisite photography collections spanning culture, landscape, and wildlife.
Stop 9
10 minutes
Stop 9
Discover some truly stunning and unique works by photographer Peter Lik.
Additional Info
Pets Welcome
Service animals allowed
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
Tour length varies depending on time spent at each location
Other
Children under 11 are free
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
3.6
10 reviews
Collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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