20 FREE Things to Do in La Jolla, California

Free things to do in La Jolla top most sightseeing itineraries because of quality rather than cost. We’ve outlined twenty of the best here, from a public art to, of course, our fabulous beaches.

These waves are thought to be the most gentle in the county, making this an ideal place to paddle out in a kayak, learn to surf, scuba dive, and stand-up paddleboard.

LA JOLLA SHORES BEACH

This lovely little playground provides a nice space for kids to run and play steps away from La Jolla Shores Beach.

KELLOGG PARK

Today, it’s a place people come to fly or relax while watching others take to the sky above Black’s Beach and over the ocean.

TORREY PINES GLIDERPORT

The protected area has gradually filled with sand to form a little beach that California harbor seals have called home since about 1992.

SEALS AT THE CHILDREN’S POOL

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