Visitor Guide to UCSD

Getting to UCSD

Find driving directions, information about public transportation, and links to maps.

• Driving directions to:
  • UCSD campus
  • UCSD Medical Center, La Jolla
  • UCSD Medical Center, Hillcrest
  • Scripps Institution of Oceanography
• Current traffic conditions
• UCSD shuttle service
• Public transportation serving UCSD
• Regional San Diego trolleys, bus service, trains, etc.
• San Diego International Airport shuttle services
• Los Angeles International Airport ground transportation services
• Local taxi services
• Local rental car information

Parking

Parking at UCSD includes both metered spaces and permit-only parking lots and structures. Space can be limited and visitors are encouraged to use public transportation when possible.

• About visitor parking
• UCSD parking maps
• Parking reciprocity for visiting UC faculty and staff
• Accessible parking (for visitors with a Disabled Person placard or license plate)

Dining

In addition to dining and catering options on campus, you'll find dozens of restaurants in the surrounding area as well as some grocery stores. Follow the links for details.

• Places to eat on campus
• Fast food and casual dining at Westfield UTC mall
• Selected restaurants near UCSD (San Diego Convention & Visitors Bureau list)
• Nearby grocery stores:
  • Ralphs
  • Whole Foods Market

Lodging

• Hotels close to campus*:
  (Note: Some offer corporate or special rates for UC visitors. Ask each hotel for details.)
• • Estancia La Jolla Hotel and Spa
    9700 N. Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, CA 92037
    (858) 550-1000
  • Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines (UCSD preferred rate)
    10950 North Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, CA 92037
    (858) 558-1500
  • The Lodge at Torrey Pines (UCSD graduation rates)
    11480 North Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla, CA 92037
    (858) 453-4420
  • Residence Inn San Diego La Jolla
    8901 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037
    (858) 587-1770
  • San Diego Marriott La Jolla
    4240 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037
    (858) 587-1414
  • Sheraton La Jolla
    3299 Holiday Court, La Jolla , CA 92037
    (858) 453-5500
• For additional lodging options, search San Diego area hotels.
• If the university is hosting your visit, consult your university contact for guidance on UCSD business travel policy and procedure.

Campus resources

Looking for a post office? Need money from the ATM? Here's a list of services on campus.

• UCSD visitor information kiosks
• Interactive campus map
• Find an ATM
• UCSD Bookstore
• Copying and printing services
• Guided campus tours for the general public
• Guided campus tours for prospective students and families
• Guided Library tours
• Library services
• Post Office (Price Center East)
• Safety escort service
• UCSD Recreation Department
• UCSD Calendar of Events
• UCSD Wireless Overview

Quick references

Find information on weather, local hospitals, shopping, and more.

• Local weather
• Local, national and international news media
• Nearby shopping centers:
  • La Jolla Village Square (map)
  • Westfield UTC (map)
• Local hospitals:
  • Thornton Hospital
  • Scripps Clinic &#8211 Torrey Pines
  • UCSD Medical Center &#8211 Hillcrest
  • Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center
  • Sharp Memorial Hospital