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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24.3 Miles
86% 7 votes
Parks 1000 S Stelling Road, Cupertino, CA 95014 MoreLess Info
Cupertino's Jollyman Park is a neighborhood park that features two separate playgrounds, one for toddlers and one for older kids. The park also has picnic areas and open green space.
24.3 Miles
83% 6 votes
Hiking Trails Stevens Creek County Park, 11401 Stevens Canyon Road, Cupertino, CA 95014 MoreLess Info
Tony Look Trail is a short hiking trail for hikers of all skill levels. The trail is reputed as being narrow at points as it winds though forested areas. Tony Look may interest those in search of scenic forest views.
24.3 Miles
80% 5 votes
Parks 10445 Miller Avenue, Cupertino, CA 95014 MoreLess Info
A 13 acre neighborhood park, Creekside Park offers three soccer fields, a half court basketball area, two playgrounds with play structures and swings, and picnic areas. The park also has a small community room that can be rented.
24.4 Miles
59% 229 votes
Sports Bars 420 S. First St., San Jose, CA MoreLess Info
For a night of billiards, South First Billiards offers an upscale and hip ambiance. Prices are more expensive than other pool places, but you pay for the atmosphere.
24.4 Miles
81% 117 votes
National & State Parks E. Dunne Ave., Morgan Hill, CA 95037 MoreLess Info
Hiking, backpacking and mountain biking are popular recreational activities at Henry W. Coe State Park. Furthermore, the area is home to a wide variety of plants and animals, including the elusive Mountain Lion.
24.4 Miles
50% 8 votes
Sports Bars 1087 Saratoga Sunnyvale Road, Cupertino, CA MoreLess Info
The Britannia Arms Pub offers local craft beers, fish 'n chips, and other traditional British items for guests to enjoy. At night, the location turns into a nightlife destination with live music.
24.4 Miles
93% 396 votes
Bay Ocean View Boulevard and 17th Street, Pacific Grove, CA MoreLess Info
Often a place for weddings and other romantic outings, Lovers Point is a grassy park with stunning views of the coastline. There is also a small, cove-like beach used for swimming and surfing.
24.5 Miles
67% 2149 votes
Science Museums 201 S. Market St, San Jose, CA 95113 MoreLess Info
San Jose, California is home to The Tech Museum of Innovation, a unique science museum that emphasizes engineering and mechanics. The museum offers many programs for children, but it not exclusively a children's museum. It is free and open to the public.
24.5 Miles
75% 8 votes
Parks 402 Ocean View Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA 93950 MoreLess Info
Offering ocean views, Berwick Park sits on one acre and offers access to the Monterey Bay Coastal Trail for walking and biking. The park provides benches and open green space with trees suitable for picnics, weddings and other events.
24.5 Miles
67% 3 votes
Playgrounds 141-199 Caledonia Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950 MoreLess Info
A 1.69-acre community park, Caledonia Park features a basketball court and a grass baseball field that can be used for recreational activities. The park offers shaded areas, an ADA-compliant playground, picnic tables and restroom facilities.
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