The Shoal La Jolla Beach San Diego

  Four Historical Landmarks in La Jolla   1.         Green Dragon Colony Site Built in the 1890’s by Irving Gill, commissioned by Anna Held Heinrich. Something special about this home is the room in the back overlooking the ocean, it was shaped like a boat and became known as “Noah’s Ark”.   2.         Mushroom House Located at Black’s Beach this home was built in 1965 by Dale Naegle. If you want to look at the mushroom house, be prepared for a 2-mile round trip hike!   4.         Salk Institute The Salk institute is an architectural marvel, acclaimed by architecture critics as one of the world's boldest structures. Sitting on the coastal bluffs of La Jolla it rests 350 feet above the Pacific Ocean!  4.         The George H. Scripps Marine Biological Laboratory Built by Irving Gill in 1909, this buildin...

  VETERANS DAY SAN DIEGO   In celebration of Veterans Day this year, there will be a boat parade as part of the San Diego Fleet Week to honor and celebrate the women and men of the Military and Veteran community.  The parade will take place at the San Diego Harbor in Downtown San Diego, Wednesday November 11 th  at 10:00am. There will also be vintage plane flyovers, live Coast Guard demos and other surprises! This event is free to the public, and a great way for families and every other patriots to celebrate Veterans Day. If you are not able to attend, the parade will also be streamed live on the Fleet Week website. Wouldn’t it be nice to enjoy the Boat Parade and Stay by the ocean next week? Take advantage of our Special Offers: Give Thanks Package starts at just $99.50 per night so there is no excuse not to Treat yourself! Use code THANKS at www.theshoallajolla.com for the Package, available for two-night stays Sunday through Thursday through De...

La Jolla Cove Pacific Harbor Seals and California Sea Lions     La Jolla is home to both Pacific harbor seals and California sea lions, the best place to see them is La Jolla Cove which is typically a less than 10-minute drive from our boutique hotel “ The Shoal La Jolla ”. I would absolutely recommend a visit to La Jolla Cove to anyone visiting La Jolla. I always take my youngest siblings to see the seals and sea lions whenever they visit, and they always say it’s the “best day ever!”.   If this is your first time visiting the seals and sea lions here are a few good things to know: La Jolla cove is open year round but the Children’s Pool in Casa Beach is closed from December 15 – May 15 to protect new born seal pups. If you can’t see any seals at the cove try looking at the rock straight ahead; known at “Seal Rock,” this is a very beloved spot to the seals. The seals are more out after sundown after they’ve searched for their food for the day. Always re...

Many planned fireworks shows around San Diego County have been cancelled due to the pandemic, but there are a few places still planning on lighting up our skies this year! El Cajon: The July 4 th Independence Day Fireworks show will still go on as planned at 9:00pm from John F. Kennedy Park, however there will be no gatherings allowed at the park. https://www.cityofelcajon.us/discover-el-cajon/events/fourth-of-july Poway: Poway’s 4 th of July Fireworks Show will go off simultaneously from Poway High School and the city’s Sportsplex in the South Poway Business Park at 9:00pm. Cars with parking permits will be allowed to watch fireworks from Lake Poway, but unfortunately those permits are sold out. https://poway.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=597 Vista: You can buy tickets to Vista’s July 4 th Fireworks 2020: Brengle Terrace Park Show. Tickets will only be sold in person at the VisTix/Recreation Office at the Civic Center. Tickets will be available to non-vist...

You have to experience this quintessential amusement park here in San Diego. Make a stop at at San Diego's only beach front amusement and entertainment center, Belmont Park at Mission Beach. Americans enjoying rides and attractions since early 1900s. Take a ride on the historic Giant Dipper Roller Coaster, go rock climbing, play mini golf and have a nice dinner at one of the nice restaurants. Plan your visit and stay close. Stay at The Shoal La Jolla. Call us today (858) 454- 0716 or email www.theshoallajolla.com . Get a good rest before or after all those excitements. You will love this classic, vintage theme park feeling right at the beach.

Located just 1 mile away from The Shoal La Jolla, Beaumont's is new American restaurant with a variety of dishes to choose from with a very relaxed and contemporary atmosphere. Whether you're stopping by for south of the border-inspired breakfast, strolling in for cocktails during happy hour, or simply longing for a fun night with live music, Beaumont's is a appealing restaurant regardless of your cravings with a very convenient location for our guests. Visit us at www.theshoallajolla.com

Why not taking a bike to quaint La Jolla to explore a great path in La Jolla that also has a historical aspect to it? The Fay Avenue Bike Path is a 1.1- mile trail that is built on an abandoned railroad right of way. This trail is good for all skills and is accessible year-round.  The path starts at La Jolla High School, just a half mile from the Shoal La Jolla. Take a ride through a pleasantly landscaped neighborhood and make a stop at a grassy neighborhood park. Enjoy the smell of La Jolla’s typical eucalyptus trees along the path. Reach out to theshoallajolla.com or call us (858)- 454 0716 to plan your trip and sweeping vistas of the Pacific Ocean, abundant amazing greenery and enjoy this short path full of intoxicating charm.