Playgrounds and things to do with kids in La Jolla

Kids can run on the grassy lawn and picnic near La Jolla Cove.

An ocean-themed playground beside the sand gives small kids play space before or after the beach.

Kids can climb and slide, then run around the grass.

Kids can pick the tot area or larger slides beside open grass.

Kids can watch harbor seals from the walkway without approaching them.

Penguins, living tide pools and ocean-science displays make a hands-on outing with kids.

Kids can paddle with you to see wildlife near the La Jolla sea caves.

Kids can follow you down a tunnel to a sea cave viewpoint.

Kids can learn to surf at La Jolla Shores in a coached camp.