Point Loma & Shelter Island are a Slice of Paradise
Point Loma is a beautiful find. Its vistas are filled with ocean and bay scenery. It’s not only a yachtsman’s paradise but also a fisherman’s delight. Diners rave about the bay view restaurants. And being one of the first neighborhoods in San Diego, it’s filled with historical attractions galore including Liberty Station, which is fast becoming the place for dining and shopping. Yet the granddaddy for great dining is Shelter Island. The biggest attraction Nearby is the Historic Point Loma Lighthouse, which is one of San Diego's hidden jewels and a great place for a picnic.
The Cabrillo National Monument |
Dedicated to explorer Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, who discovered San Diego. Don't leave San Diego without visiting this monument and its incredible view. The Cabrillo National Monument is open 365 days a year, including all weekends and holidays, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. For security purposes, the main gate into Cabrillo National Monument is closed at 4:45 PM, and all visitors must exit the park by 5:00 PM. |
Visit Great Restaurants, All Personally Reviewed |
Shelter Island is home to the best restaurants in Point Loma. This virtual Restaurant Row features such great legends as Red Sails Inn (12), which has been in business for over 50 years and is well-known for its great seafood for lunch & dinner, as well as amemorable breakfast. Another winner is Fiddler's Green (12), which is well-known for its Superb Seafood, Aged Beef & Classy Nautical Decor At the northern tip of Shelter Island is the one and only Bali Hai Restaurant (15), featuring seafood and Cantonese cuisine, against the romantic backdrop of San Diego Bay. There isn't a better place for Sunday Brunch in all of San Diego, than Humphreys Restaurant (14), which also features live jazz and romantic views or elegant yachts. Dining doesn't get any better than this! |
Visit Shelter Island |
On your way to or from the Cabrillo monument, you should visit Shelter Island. It's one of two man-made peninsulas on romantic San Diego Bay. Picturesque, palm tree-lined Shelter Island is well known for its fine restaurants, boat brokerage firms, yacht clubs and bayfront hotels with spectacular views. It's a great place to enjoy a relaxing Sunday Brunch or calm sunset Happy Hour with a bay view. |
Living in Point Loma Can be a Dream Come True |
Stephanie Murphy (19) (619-246-8230) of Prudential Real Estate has over 20 years of real estate experience, knows San Diego and the region like the back of her hand. She specializes in Point Loma Living and can help match your needs to a community that best fits your way of life. Point Loma offers and incredible choice of beach living, urban living, or a more traditional suburban style. She is also a great asset for locating a vacation property, investment opportunity or relocating. |
Where to Stay in Point Loma |
The waterfront Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Airport hotel at Liberty Station (8) is nestled along the water and located just minutes from SeaWorld, the San Diego Zoo, and the historic Gaslamp district. Adjacent to a beautiful 46-acre park, this hotel near San Diego Airport offers outstanding waterfront views of downtown San Diego and a vast array of activities including an outdoor pool, bike and quadracycle rentals, and many attractions nearby. |
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