Free & Cheap Things to Do in Chula Vista, CA

  • The list below includes 199 free or cheap things to do in or near Chula Vista, California, including 86 different types of inexpensive activities like Trampoline Parks, Playgrounds, Movie Theaters and Other Entertainment.
  • From San Miguel Mountain to Kid Ventures Eastlake, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chula Vista and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, San Diego and Santee.
  • The list below includes 199 free or cheap things to do in or near Chula Vista, California, including 86 different types of inexpensive activities like Trampoline Parks, Playgrounds, Movie Theaters and Other Entertainment.
  • From San Miguel Mountain to Kid Ventures Eastlake, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chula Vista and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, San Diego and Santee.
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40.0 Miles
100% 8 votes
Art Gallery 330 Main Street, Vista, CA 92084 MoreLess Info
Guests can browse pieces, watch the creation of art, or chat with artists themselves at ArtBeat on Main Street. Along with the surrounding culture of the art, guests are also welcome to the wine lounge.
40.1 Miles
92% 132 votes
Parks 4945 Heise Park Road, Julian, CA 92036 MoreLess Info
William Heise State Park covers 929 acres and has on its site 103 campsites, two playgrounds, and wilderness cabins, among others. Wildlife and bird watchers have plenty of opportunities of spotting the local fauna.
40.1 Miles
87% 15 votes
Parks 1200 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista, CA 92084 MoreLess Info
At 85 acres, Brengle Terrace Park has the space for many activities including courts for tennis, basketball and volleyball, baseball fields, and areas for bocce ball, horseshoes and disc golf. The playground is also quite large.
40.2 Miles
80% 20 votes
Botanical Gardens 1270 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista, CA 92084 MoreLess Info
Alta Vista Gardens is a botanical garden featuring several rare plant species. The idea behind Alta Vista Gardens is to combine art with the natural beauty of the garden, with artwork by local artists integrated throughout.
40.6 Miles
81% 16 votes
Beaches 1500 S Pacific Street, Oceanside, CA 92054 MoreLess Info
Monitored by lifeguards during the day, Buccaneer Beach provides visitors with opportunities for surfing, swimming, sunbathing, and body boarding. The beach also has a playground, picnic area, volleyball courts, and a basketball court.
40.9 Miles
54% 35 votes
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K Q Ranch

Farms & Ranches 449 K Q Ranch Road, Julian, CA 92036 MoreLess Info
Popular among local nature enthusiasts, K Q Ranch is a camping resort filled with numerous amenities and facilities for campers to enjoy. These amenities include a heated swimming pool, clubhouse, amphitheater, fully-stocked fishing lake, and full hook-up RV services.
41.1 Miles
100% 14 votes
Horseback Riding Julian, CA 92036 MoreLess Info
An equestrian facility, Julian Stables offers instructional trail rides for kids ages 5 and up as well as for adults. The facility offers riding packages by the hour, and all rides feature stunning scenery.
41.2 Miles
83% 36 votes
Waterfalls Julian, CA MoreLess Info
This 6-mile trail is not ideal for children or dogs due to the terrain, but Cedar Creek Falls will provide you with a challenging hike and the opportunity to visit the waterfall, dependent on the time of year.
41.2 Miles
57% 21 votes
Historic Sites 2129 Main Street, Julian, CA 92036 MoreLess Info
There's a lot to see around the Julian Town Hall. This town was a major part of the California Gold Rush, and they also make delicious apple pies and juices.
41.2 Miles
78% 23 votes
Religious Buildings State Route 79, Julian, CA 92036 MoreLess Info
Santa Ysabel Mission was founded in 1818. It has on its site the old church with a modernized interior and a small museum covering the area's history and how it was shaped by the mission.
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