Ellen Browning Scripps Park Tours & Attractions

Experience the ultimate coastal escapade with our Cali Dreaming route, tailored for those craving a leisurely ride sans the steep hills found on the SoCal Riviera tour. Discover the pristine beauty of coastal La Jolla and Pacific Beach at their peak. Encounter California sea lions, harbor seals, and world-renowned surf beaches while traversing picturesque bike paths. Marvel at the stunning real estate dotting the coastline, all while soaking in the serene ambiance of San Diego's most enchanting shoreline. Our expert tour guide will tailor the journey to your pace, guaranteeing an unforgettable experience!

Duration: 2 hours 10 minutes.

We are the Original and top rated La Jolla walking tour. Learn the rich history of La Jolla. Uncover hidden gems and “Easter Eggs”. Score tailored dining and activity advice.

Sea Lions, philanthropists, murderers, fault lines, and awe-inspiring women — we have it all. Our most enthusiastic reviews are from locals, and we guarantee you’ll learn at least 5 new things, even if you grew up here.

All this is punctuated with numerous historic images of the early days.

We cover approximately 3 leisurely miles and walk a total of about 40 stairs (down). We traverse the heart of the village, and the highlights of the coast. There are some hills so if you have concerns or seek more detail feel free to contact us.

The standard tour is neither wheelchair nor stroller accessible, but we can EASILY design a custom tour tailored to your interests and abilities.

We love to present our little seaside hamlet.
Duration: 120 to 135 minutes.

Enjoy a 3-hour tour of La Jolla, a world-class destination with shimmering beaches, dramatic ocean views and timeless landmarks. Experience the beach culture and the high culture of this magical place. You'll get to visit the highest coastal mountain top with amazing full views plus explore the coastal area of La Jolla Village.
Duration: 3 hours.

Explore everything that La Jolla, the Jewel of San Diego, has to offer! With this Ultimate La Jolla Combo package, you can explore La Jolla’s famous Coast Walk with a self-guided walking tour and discover its rich, historic roots with a self-guided driving tour! The walking tour covers the Coast Walk & La Jolla Cove while the driving tour explores Coast Boulevard, Prospect Street, and La Jolla Village. This self-guided driving tour allows you to explore all of La Jolla with maximum flexibility and value.

After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.

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Duration: 2 to 3 hours.

Explore the stunning seaside neighborhood of La Jolla in San Diego on this morning or afternoon Segway tour. See top La Jolla attractions including Windansea Beach, Sunny Jim's Cave and Children's Pool Beach as your knowledgeable guide shares the history and culture of this affluent enclave. Admire gorgeous homes and upscale shops on this tour that allows you to cover much more ground than walking in a fun, novel way.
Duration: 2 hours.

Join us as we uncover La Jolla's hidden treasures, where every step reveals a new story in this iconic coastal paradise. From secret sea caves to famous residents, this adventure offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, history, and excitement. The tour starts along La Jolla's Coast Walk Trail, takes you past the iconic La Jolla Cove and Children's Pool, and then up into the village for a sampling of some of La Jolla's art galleries. And, because La Jolla offers more than we could include on this walking tour, we also provide an interactive map that allows you to discover even more points of interest should you have the time.
Duration: 1 to 2 hours.

Embark on a coastal journey and witness breathtaking sunsets with our Sunset Electric Bike Tour of La Jolla! Perfect for beach admirers and nature enthusiasts, experience California's magnificent coastline. Encounter fascinating wildlife, iconic surfing hotspots, and unmatched ocean vistas. Join our expert tour guide for a seamless ride tailored to your group's pace, ensuring an unforgettable experience!


Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment!

Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!
Duration: 2 hours.

Curious about La Jolla’s backstory then lace up your sneakers, it’s time to soak up the glory and magnificence of this sun-kissed seaside community on this self-guided walking tour.

• Go back in time to discover fascinating fun facts about La Jolla’s early days
• Hear from producers Mindy and Jerry Flanagan, passionate locals and founders of Tour Freely
• Do it all in 45 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
Duration: 90 to 120 minutes.

Master how to photograph San Diego’s outstanding coastal scenery during your private tour, led personally by Julie Kremen, an award winning professional photographer and certified tour guide and founder of San Diego Photography Tours. Read the reviews and see why she is top-rated on TripAdvisor. You will capture the essence of the late-day light and magical nighttime beauty of our stunning coastline on this private photography tour full of incredible photo ops. You will be taken to the most photogenic locations and vantage points at the best time of the day. Julie works closely with you before the tour to nail down exactly what you want to concentrate on so you can get the most out of your experience. You will receive loads of photo tips, tricks, and techniques to improve your photography skills and make your friends envious when they see your stunning photos!
Duration: 4 hours.

This fun and fast moving photo tour is perfect if you want you to snap away at the best scenic and nature-oriented photo locations along the coast.

You will make many quick stops to take plenty of jaw-dropping photos that will make your friends envious. Your private expert tour guide Julie Kremen will whisk you all over the area for a wonderful overview and so much photo variety.

And your photographer tour guide Julie Kremen will give you photo tips and show you how to get the iconic shots everybody wishes they had. As you tour along, you will learn about each location – the history, culture, and what makes it unique. And if you get tired of doing selfies, she will take some photos of you along the way too. Time permitting, we might visit additional locations.

Duration: 4 hours.