Also referred to as the Village of La Jolla, the Village is La Jolla’s downtown district, just under 15 miles northwest of San Diego. This beach resort community provides a laid-back lifestyle. Locals relax at the area’s many beaches like La Jolla Cove, where onlookers can watch sea lions play. Adventure lovers don a snorkel to visit protected marine life underwater, explore tide pools, or surf waves. This beautiful neighborhood pairs high-end boutiques with beach houses, condos, and luxury apartments that sit within blocks of the Pacific Ocean. Coffee shops, ice cream shops, bars, seafood restaurants, and sophisticated eateries abound in the Village as well. The artistic vibe of this southern California neighborhood extends far beyond the many art galleries lining Prospect Avenue. The Museum of Contemporary Art presents ever-changing exhibits for art lovers.