Del Mar

Welcome to Del Mar

Del Mar has been the home of movie stars and surf savants since Hollywood’s earliest days. Known as a place for its magazine-worthy beachside estates, the community of Del Mar creates a sense of luxury around its breathtaking, sandy coastline. Each Del Mar resident enjoys access to Del Mar’s legendary beach and surf, where every day feels like a vacation. 

Gourmet restaurants, world-class hotel resorts, and unparalleled golf courses cater to Del Mar’s glamorous reputation. Its incredible shopping, famous beaches, and well-maintained residential streets featuring spacious, manicured lawns make it one of California’s most desirable areas. 

What to Love

• Palm-lined avenues
• Pristine beaches and legendary surf
• Lush parks and hiking trails
• Luxury homes of every size

Local Lifestyle

Del Mar offers the perfect balance of sophistication and artistic playfulness. You will find light, breezy styles and a whimsical yet sophisticated downtown design that goes beyond the usual seriousness of Hollywood glam. Locals appreciate Del Mar’s unique charm and spend much of their time discovering resorts, cozy cafes, gourmet lunches, and walkable shopping districts. Residents enjoy exclusive estates combined with the life, energy, and concierge luxury of a destination neighborhood. 

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Stroll into Jake's to find an airy, comfortable atmosphere with an acclaimed menu of simple artistry in surf and turf. Walk up from the beach and discover the sandy terrace dining of Poseidon, Del Mar's premier beachside seafood lounge. If you're looking for a private escape, book a table or weekend getaway at the acclaimed L'Auberge Del Mar, a hotel, resort, and restaurant loved by locals and visitors alike.

For a unique combination of bar and grill cuisine and sophistication, stop by the Market Restaurant and Bar. This deceptively casual name hides glamorous interiors and world-class works of culinary art.

Things to Do

Just across the street from the L'Auberge Del Mar is the Del Mar Plaza, a world-class open-air commerce center where charming boutique shops line leafy, walkable streets. Discover endless terrace dining, cocktail hours, and the latest trends that Old Hollywood offers here.

Check out Del Mar Racing’s track, where thoroughbred horses test their skills in thrilling races. To explore Del Mar’s natural beauty, take a hike into the Torrey Pines State Nature Reserve for a wide range of outdoor recreation, including camping and hiking. Afterward, enjoy a picnic lunch at the Powerhouse Park & Beach.

Schools

The Del Mar Union School District and the San Dieguito Union High School District serve the community of Del Mar and are home to many acclaimed schools, including:

• Torrey Pines High School, 9-12
• Canyon Crest Academy, 9-12
• Cathedral Catholic High School, 9-12