Free & Cheap Things to Do in Capitola, CA

  • The list below includes 209 free or cheap things to do in or near Capitola, California, including 100 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Beaches, Parks and Paddleboarding.
  • From Capitola City Beach to New Brighton State Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Capitola and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Santa Cruz, Pacific Grove, Cupertino and San Jose.
  • The list below includes 209 free or cheap things to do in or near Capitola, California, including 100 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Beaches, Parks and Paddleboarding.
  • From Capitola City Beach to New Brighton State Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Capitola and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Santa Cruz, Pacific Grove, Cupertino and San Jose.
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24.3 Miles
83% 18 votes
Dog Park Schoonover Drive, Marina, CA 93933 MoreLess Info
Marina Dog Park is also called the Schoonover Dog Park. The fenced-in park allows dogs to freely run off their leashes, and there are two designated sections with one for small dogs and one open to dogs of any size.
24.4 Miles
85% 130 votes
Beaches Reservation Road, Marina, CA 93933 MoreLess Info
The Marina State Beach is located within the Marina Dunes Natural Preserves and is home to steady winds. The consistent winds make it popular for radio-controlled gliders, hang-gliding, and kites.
24.4 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.
24.4 Miles
61% 38 votes
Parks 10840 Coyote Lake Road, Gilroy, CA 95020 MoreLess Info
Coyote Lake Park is 4,595-acre recreation area featuring a 635-acre lake for fishing and boating. There are 73 tent and RV campsites and more than 35 miles of wooded trails for hikers, horseback riders and off-road bicyclists.
24.5 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.
24.5 Miles
89% 135 votes
Natural History Museums 165 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950 MoreLess Info
Since 1883, the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History has showcased the birds and wildlife, geology, plants and cultural richness that make the area special. There is an array of exhibits for guests to explore, including monarch sanctuaries, lush gardens and a fossil dig pit.
24.5 Miles
100% 9 votes
Art Gallery 178 Grand Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950 MoreLess Info
A small boutique gallery with many awards, The Strouse & Strouse Studio Gallery boasts quality art at affordable prices. The friendly atmosphere makes it comfortable for guests to peruse various jewelry pieces, ceramics, paintings, and more.
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
100% 6 votes
Art Gallery 612 Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950 MoreLess Info
At Artisana Gallery, visitors can enjoy the work of over 30 local artists, from photography prints to jewelry pieces. The gallery hosts events such as art walks, receptions, and more.
24.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks Between Short St & Sinex Ave, Between Melrose St & Alder Street, Pacific Grove, CA 93950 MoreLess Info
George Washington Park is a 20 acre park featuring large areas of unimproved forest land, providing a habitat for local wildlife. The park maintains a playground, baseball field, nature trails, and a picnic area.
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