Shelter Island — Attraction in San Diego

Been coming here since I was a child. Lots of great areas to enjoy picnics, watch the sailboats pass by, enjoy the sea breezes, many footpaths for walking, and lots of great photo opportunities. The last time I was here I saw a harbor seal right near the riprap boulders and got a couple phone pics of her. Bonus photo opportunity when a Columbian ship set out from dock at The Port of San Diego, got several great shots. A very relaxing place to spend an afternoon, enjoy a picnic lunch, or just walk and enjoy the sights. It's also close to the San Diego International Airport or the Embarcadero, and is quite easy to get to. Some amenities offered are Humphrey's Half Moon Inn, the Bali Hai, boat slips, boat charters, sport sailing and sport fishing. Incredible views of the San Diego skyline, as well. Lots of close by restaurants, bars, and shops for those...

Mom and I have Portuguese roots and I wanted to surprise her to see some of our roots in history in San Diego County. I took her to Shelter Island.

There is a very large and life like statue of Portuguese fishermen to share on display the fact that Portuguese culture was an early settlement in San Diego. They brought families and generations to the area and helped create a fishery as a way of life. The history is in the dedication we saw on a pleasant walkway. I was able to easily cruise mom in her wheelchair without any difficulty. There is a pier as well. I hear it is a great place to come see fireworks on 4th of July, but you’d have to come early for parking. There is a lot of parking, but it fills quickly for such a...

Great place to stay while in San Diego, makes you feel like you are on your own tropical island. Nice and quiet, perfect location close to everything!! We stayed at Humphreys Half Moon Inn. Shelter island has great boat tours and bike rentals. Also just a lovely place to wander the coast, have a coffee or picnic and even walk your dog. Loved watching the fisherman on the pier, you can even rent a rod and give it a try yourself. Lots of little restaurants around as well. Pomodoros(italian), Miguels(mexican), and Mitchs(fresh seafood) were our favs! All reasonably priced with...