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All the United States California La Jolla

The Atlas Obscura Guide To La Jolla

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in La Jolla, California

Updated February 13, 2025

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 Visitors enjoy the views of Torrey Pines Cliffs.

La Jolla, California

Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve

A dramatic coastline that’s home to a rare pine tree.
Seadragons in motion.

La Jolla, California

Birch Aquarium at Scripps Seahorse and Seadragon Exhibit

Go deep on these fascinating fish, and get a bonus lesson on the importance of marine conservation.
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Yiddishland California

The Yiddish language stages a renaissance in a shtetl-inspired cultural center on the San Diego coast.
1 mile from La Jolla

San Diego, California

Sunny Jim Cave Store

Behind this beachfront shop lies a spectacular, colorful sea cave with an equally colorful past.
1 mile from La Jolla
The Map of the Grand Canyons of La Jolla Shores

San Diego, California

The Map of the Grand Canyons of La Jolla Shores

A mosaic map made of over 100,000 tiles depicts the geological features and sea creatures that live along this San Diego beachside community.
1 mile from La Jolla

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Mushroom Beach House

A futuristic-looking beach house built for the owner of a snack food brand.
2 miles from La Jolla
The Fallen Star installation is now part of the permanent collection at UCSD

San Diego, California

Fallen Star

This little blue house pokes out over the campus of UC San Diego, seven stories high.
3 miles from La Jolla
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