Children's Pool (seals), La Jolla

Children's Pool is a little cove with a breakwater meant for swimming, but seals have taken refuge in its shelter! From December to May, you can see mothers with their seal pups here and they are so adorable! You stand at the top and look down at them, with many other tourists. You never want to leave!

Sometimes this area smells from the seals. When I was there, I didn't notice any smell at all. 
The scenery is stunning around here. It is one of the most beautiful places in Southern California. After, walk west along the honeycomb cliffs to Wedding Bowl for gorgeous views over the beach and the technicolor blue-green water.
You can walk east on the La Jolla Cove Walk, a popular, paved path 1.5km past Children's Pool, gazebos over the sea, daisies, Norfolk pines, Ellen Browning Scripps Park, La Jolla Cove, and cliffs over sea caves, seals, and birds. Here you could have a cup of tea and snack at Parakeet Cafe on Coast Blvd or a meal at Duke's. 
If you want to have a picnic on the nearby rocky outcroppings, grab a burrito from Puesto, in Village of La Jolla. The food is delicious though expensive ($22 for a steak burrito in March 2022). Village of La Jolla has many pricey but healthy places to eat, such as Parakeet Cafe or Lean & Green La Jolla.
After, take your kids to Birch Aquarium to check out their interesting tanks, and best of all, their outdoor terrace with a touch tank and stunning views over Scripps Pier and the beach below.

Directions

Children's Pool is located at 834 Coast Blvd in La Jolla. There are three-hour parking spaces in a pullout along the road. Come early to score one.

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