In the charming The Village of La Jolla, California, history comes alive through its array of fascinating landmarks. Delve into La Jolla’s storied past as you visit the architectural gem of Wisteria Cottage, home to the La Jolla Historical Society. Venture near the water to admire the Old Point Loma Lighthouse, a beacon of history dating back to 1855. Explore the quintessential design of Ellen Browning Scripps Park, reputedly the most photographed spot in San Diego. These and other landmarks act as timeless threads, weaving the rich tapestry of La Jolla’s historic journey, awaiting your visit in this quaint coastal enclave.
Red Rest & Red Roost (Neptune) Cottages
La Jolla
Historical landmark
1179 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037
Tombstones memorials
La Jolla
Historical landmark
1160 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037
Mount Soledad Memorial Park
La Jolla
Tourist attraction, Park, Memorial park
Massive cross monument honoring American veterans, with plaques telling their stories.
6905 La Jolla Scenic S Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
Mushroom Beach House
La Jolla
Historical landmark
9036 La Jolla Shores Ln, La Jolla, CA 92037
Pacific Coast Hwy (US 101)
La Jolla
Historical landmark
11480 County Hwy S21, La Jolla, CA 92037
Derby Dike
Old Town
Historical landmark, Tourist attraction
0554 Taylor St, San Diego, CA 92103
Serra Palm (Site)
Old Town
Historical landmark, Tourist attraction
4401-4449 Taylor St, San Diego, CA 92110
Witches Tower
Old Town
Historical landmark, Tourist attraction
2752 Presidio Dr, San Diego, CA 92103
Presidio de San Diego
Old Town
Historical place
Presidio Park, San Diego, CA 92103
Old Town San Diego
Old Town
Tourist attraction
2829 Juan St, San Diego, CA 92110
Fort Stockton
Old Town
Historical place
Presidio Dr, San Diego, CA 92103
Old Town San Diego State Park
Old Town
Tourist attraction, Historical place, Museum, Park, State park
Open-air museum about local life in the 1800s, with adobe buildings & interpretive performances.
4002 Wallace St, San Diego, CA 92110
California State Parks
Point Loma
Historical landmark, State government office
4477 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, CA 92110
La Casa de Estudillo
Old Town
Tourist attraction, Museum
4000 Mason St, San Diego, CA 92110
Mason Street Schoolhouse
Old Town
Historical place, Tourist attraction
3966 Mason St, San Diego, CA 92110
La Casa de Machado y Stewart
Old Town
Historical place, Tourist attraction
2707 Congress St, San Diego, CA 92110
Casa de Pedrorena de Altamirano
Old Town
Historical landmark
Mormon Battalion Historic Site
Old Town
Historical landmark, Religious organization
Interpretive center commemorating a group of Mormons in the Army during the Mexican-American War.
2510 Juan St, San Diego, CA 92110
Sherman-Gilbert House
Old Town
Historical landmark, Tourist attraction
Heritage Park Row, San Diego, CA 92103
Heritage County Park
Old Town
Historical place, Park, Tourist attraction
Charming county park featuring several restored Victorian homes & the city’s first synagogue.
2454 Heritage Park Row, San Diego, CA 92110
Coulter House
Bankers Hill
Historical landmark
3162 2nd Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
Marston House
Marston Hills
Museum
This 1905 house exemplifies the Arts & Crafts movement, plus features period furniture & pottery.
3525 7th Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
San Diego Pride Monument
Hillcrest
Historical landmark
Pride Square, San Diego, CA 92103
First Street Bridge
Bankers Hill
Historical landmark
2801-2899 First Ave., San Diego, CA 92103
Long-Waterman House
Bankers Hill
Historical landmark, Tourist attraction
2408 First Ave., San Diego, CA 92101
North Park Water Tower
North Park
Historical landmark
2720 Howard Ave, San Diego, CA 92104
California Tower
Balboa Park
Historical landmark, Tourist attraction, Wedding venue
Lofty tower with carvings & colorful tiles, plus guided history tours & city views from the top.
California Tower, 1350 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
Casa Del Prado
Balboa Park
Historical landmark
1650 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
San Diego History Center
Balboa Park
Historical landmark, Museum, Historical society, History museum, Learning center, Library, Non-profit organization, Tourist attraction
1649 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
Casa de Balboa
Balboa Park
Historical landmark
1649 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
USS San Diego Memorial
Downtown San Diego
Historical landmark, Memorial park, Tourist attraction
750 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92132
U.S. Route 101
Downtown San Diego
Historical landmark
W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
San Diego Barracks Historical Marker
Downtown San Diego
Historical landmark
W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
La Punta de los Muertos
Downtown San Diego
Historical landmark
789 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Independent Order of Odd Fellows Building
Gaslamp Quarter
Historical place
526 Market St, San Diego, CA 92101
Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House Museum
Gaslamp Quarter
Historical landmark, Local history museum, Historical place museum, History museum, Tourist attraction
Victorian-era edifice housing offices, a museum, garden & hosting ghost tours & other events.
410 Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
The Grand Stairway
Downtown San Diego
Historical landmark
Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Golden Hill Sign
Golden Hill
Historical landmark
1905 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92102
Birthplace Of Naval Aviation Monument
Historical landmark
1101 1st St, Coronado, CA 92118
History
Downtown San Diego
History museum
640 16th St #1107, San Diego, CA 92101
CASTLE NEIGHBORHOOD ROUNDABOUT
Mid-City
Tourist attraction
3703 Central Ave, San Diego, CA 92105
SDSU Centennial Plaza
College West
Historical landmark, Plaza
Centennial Plaza, San Diego, CA 92115
Rancho Santa Fe Historical Society
Tourist attraction, Museum
6036 La Flecha, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
Old Mission Dam
Historical landmark, Hiking area, Tourist attraction
1 Father Junipero Serra Trail, San Diego, CA 92119
San Diego \
San Carlos
Historical landmark
Cowles Mountain, San Diego, CA 92119
Historic Carriage Turnout
Historical landmark
