La Jolla is a San Diego neighborhood 12 miles north of downtown.

It’s on the coast north of Pacific Beach and south of Del Mar and is surrounded on three sides by bluffs and beaches.

La Jolla’s compact downtown, often called the Village, is filled with boutiques, restaurants, and hotels.

La Jolla was once an art colony, and it still has an array of fine-art galleries.

Some historic homes are an easy walk from the Village.

Other homes are in gated communities or high on the hill.

“People live here long term and get to know each other. I think we have the best school district in San Diego!” —Nancy P., resident

Since the 1920s, a local twist on Spanish architecture has been popular here.

La Jolla only has one highrise, built in the 1960s before a 30-foot height limit was imposed.

A path follows the coastline south of the Village.

“It's a great place to live, but expensive.” —M.C., resident

North of downtown, La Jolla Shores’ mile-long stretch of sand is a popular place to boogie board and swim.

UC San Diego’s campus is at the northern end of La Jolla, drawing tens of thousands of students to the area.

“We have it all—beautiful environment, safe streets, good schools, lots of positive community spirit, and easy commutes.” —M.C., resident

Saturday afternoon at the Torrey Pines Gliderport.