Experience La Jolla San Diego
Beyond the beaches and shops of La Jolla there is an abundance of fun family sights, outdoor activities, historic landmarks, world-class golf, and much more, all just minutes away by car! Utilize our "Empress Hotel Beach Concierge" service to seize the beach vibe at any time during your stay, in addition to our complimentary services we have created Exclusive Wellness Offerings by partnering with local businesses to bring you more savings this trip!
Located minutes from San Diego famous locations
La Jolla Beaches
Relax on pristine sand, take long sunset walks, or grab a surfboard and hit the waves at La Jolla's scenic beaches.
Downtown La Jolla
Stroll through this friendly Southern California village where you can check out boutique shops and enjoy memorable meals while out on the town.
La Jolla Golf
Enjoy a spectacular round of golf by the Pacific Ocean at the world famous Torrey Pines Golf Course or at any of the numerous courses near La Jolla, California.
San Diego Zoo
Get wild at the world-famous San Diego Zoo, home to over 4,000 animals and naturalistic exhibits - from Africa to the Arctic. Meet lions, cheetahs, koalas and the playful giant pandas.
SeaWorld San Diego
Explore the wonders of the ocean at this family-friendly attraction that offers everything from dolphin shows to the famous Shamu.
Gaslamp Quarter
Shop, play, eat, and dance at the Gaslamp Quarter in Downtown San Diego. The historic Gaslamp Quarter district offers the most exciting entertainment, shopping, dining and nightlife scene in San Diego
Old Town San Diego
History is waiting for you with over 17 historic points of interest and the finest in professional theatre, museums, artisans, galleries and shops all within easy walking distance with free live entertainment, mariachis, dancers, period attire docents providing tours and more
USS Midway Museum
Imagine experiencing life at sea aboard one of America's longest-serving aircraft carriers. Visitors to the USS Midway Museum enter a floating city at sea and walk in the footsteps of 225,000 Midway sailors who served our country and upheld the American ideals of strength, freedom and peace.
New Children's Museum
The New Children's Museum is a new model of children's museum whose mission is to stimulate imagination, creativity and critical thinking in children and families through inventive and engaging experiences with contemporary art.
The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center
The Conrad is the permanent home of La Jolla Music Society hosting world-class performances. Located in La Jolla 2 blocks from the Empress Hotel. After the show, come for dinner and wine in our onsite piano bar and restaurant.
Little Italy
This historic downtown neighborhood is a favorite local hang out, with lots of popular restaurants, shops, and galleries. Check out the Saturday Farmers' Market or annual Festa street fair in October.
Seaport Village Shopping
Edging San Diego Bay, Seaport Village is San Diego's waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment marketplace. Stop at over 70 unique shops and restaurants and enjoy local live music.
Balboa Park
A landscape of art and culture, Balboa Park is an urban playground with beautiful gardens, trails, plazas, museums and attractions such as the San Diego Museum of Art and San Diego Zoo.
Petco Park
With its magnificent architecture, amazing sightlines and breathtaking views of San Diego, Petco Park is a classic open-air ballpark and home of the hard-hitting San Diego Padres.
