Free & Cheap Things to Do in Aptos, CA

  • The list below includes 216 free or cheap things to do in or near Aptos, California, including 100 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, History Museums, Parks and Bike Paths.
  • From Forest of Nisene Marks State Park to Manresa State Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Aptos and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Santa Cruz, Pacific Grove, San Jose and Cupertino.
  • The list below includes 216 free or cheap things to do in or near Aptos, California, including 100 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, History Museums, Parks and Bike Paths.
  • From Forest of Nisene Marks State Park to Manresa State Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Aptos and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Santa Cruz, Pacific Grove, San Jose and Cupertino.
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23.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Beaches 1400 Sunset Drive, Pacific Grove, CA 93950 MoreLess Info
The one mile long Asilomar State Beach has sandy beaches and rocky coves that ocean goers can enjoy for either swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, exploring the unique ocean wildlife in tide-pools, or walking the 1 mile wheelchair accessible beach trail.
24.1 Miles
89% 1249 votes
Children's Museums 180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA 95110 MoreLess Info
San Jose's Children's Discovery Museum is intended to introduce babies, toddlers and young children to the fascinating world around them. The exhibits are meant to be touched, explored, climbed on and otherwise manipulated.
24.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
Swimming Pool 920 North Main Street, Salinas, CA 93906 MoreLess Info
Featuring a large swimming pool with designated lap swimming lanes, a shallow area for kids, and a diving well, the Salinas Aquatic Center offers swimming lessons for students of all ages.
24.2 Miles
83% 6 votes
Playgrounds 1 Maryal Drive, Salinas, CA 93906 MoreLess Info
Carefully designed to be accessible to all children, regardless of challenges or disabilities, Tatum's Garden Fully Inclusive Accessible Playground features a variety of amenities, including swings, climbing areas, see saws, and other equipment.
24.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Art Gallery 510 South First Street, San Jose, CA 95113 MoreLess Info
Highly developed programs and services in the performing and visual arts at Movimiento de Arte y Cultura Latino Americana. Youth programs art classes for children aged 6 through 16 of all skill levels.
24.3 Miles
74% 77 votes
Art Museum 520 S. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113 MoreLess Info
San Hose Museum of Quilts and Textiles is a unique museum housing a variety of historic and contemporary textile artifacts. The permanent exhibit includes a variety of quilts, textile artworks, costumes from other world cultures and many woven and wearable artworks designed by well-known artists.
24.3 Miles
84% 334 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Ridge Road, one block west of the intersection of Lighthouse Avenue and 17 Mile Drive, Pacific Grove, CA 93950 MoreLess Info
Thousands of monarch butterflies make their home in the natural landscape of the Monarch Grove Sanctuary. Educated volunteers are always present to provide information and answer questions in regard to these butterflies.
24.3 Miles
90% 249 votes
Lighthouses Asilomar Avenue, Between Ocean View Boulevard and Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950 MoreLess Info
Set on the rocky coast of the Monterey Peninsula, the Point Pinos Lighthouse is the oldest operating lighthouse on the west coast. Knowledge guides are eager to educate visitors on the landmark's history.
24.3 Miles
99% 426 votes
Scenic Drives Pacific Grove Oceanview Blvd., Pacific Grove, CA MoreLess Info
The Pacific Grove Oceanview Boulevard is a walking area that takes guests down the beautiful coastline. In addition, guests will have the opportunity to stroll past an array of flourishing wildflowers.
24.3 Miles
81% 27 votes
Farms & Ranches 13100 Montebello Road, Cupertino, CA 95015 MoreLess Info
Picchetti Ranch Open Space Preserve features a brick winery building and farm complex. The open space lands offers a respite from everyday life and an opportunity to experience and learn about the diverse natural environment in the Bay Area.
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