Maps for Visitors
The Salk Institute overlooks the Pacific Ocean just west of the Unversity of California San Diego.
Our street address is:
10010 North Torrey Pines Road
La Jolla, CA 92037
Driving Directions To The Salk Institute
From the North:
- Use I-5 South
- Exit Genesee Ave and turn right (heading West)
- Turn left onto North Torrey Pines Road
- Drive 1/8 mi, the Institute will be on your right
From the South:
- Use I-5 North
- Exit Genesee Ave and turn left (heading West)
- Turn left onto North Torrey Pines Road
- Drive 1/8 mi, the Institute will be on your right

Click on the map above for interactive directions courtesy of MapQuest™.
Visitor parking is available in the front lot located between Torrey Pines Scenic Drive and Salk Institute Road. Additional parking is available just west of the Institute on Torrey Pines Scenic Drive.

The reception area is located in the south wing. |