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La Jolla Shores Daylight Walk

Start your morning at the gentle waves of La Jolla Shores and follow the coast to a quiet bookstore before grabbing lunch.

Best time: noneAbout 105 min

Timeline

  1. 09:00

    La Jolla Shores

    Walk the shoreline at La Jolla Shores. The gentle waves here are perfect for a calm morning stroll near the Scripps Pier.

  2. 09:38

    Children's Pool Beach

    Walk 38 minutes WSW to Children's Pool Beach. Observe the harbor seals from a safe distance. Note that the beach is closed to the public from December 15 to May 15 during breeding season, but viewing from afar is always allowed.

  3. 09:50

    Warwick's Books

    Stop at Warwick's Books, a 7-minute walk from the beach. Browse the independent selection of books and gifts in a quiet atmosphere.

  4. 10:05

    Raymundo's Taco Shop

    Head to Raymundo's Taco Shop for lunch. It is a 9-minute walk from the bookstore. The kitchen is open until 17:00 on weekdays and Saturdays.

Local tip

Raymundo's has no public restroom, so plan accordingly. Warwick's Books does not publish specific hours, so arrive during standard business hours to ensure it is open.

Check before you go

  • Children's Pool Beach is closed to entry from Dec 15 to May 15.
  • Raymundo's Taco Shop is closed on Sundays.

Worth knowing

  • Raymundo's Taco Shop is open at 10:05 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa

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