- The list below includes 312 free or cheap things to do in or near Dana Point, California, including 125 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Parks, Paddleboarding and Hiking Trails.
- From Salt Creek Beach to Dana Point Harbor, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Dana Point and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Irvine, Newport Beach and San Clemente.
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23.1 Miles
Filled with interactive science exhibits and experiments, Discovery Cube offers children a chance to learn about ecology, biology, astronomy, physics, and more. The museum features a 4D theater that shows educational films.
23.2 Miles
88%
16 votes
510 E Memory Ln, Santa Ana, CA 92705
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A fun and educational place for children, the Santiago Creek Wildlife & Watershed Center, Santiago Park Nature features a nature center with informative exhibits about local ecology and cultural history, as well as a play area with giant slides.
23.2 Miles
Irvine Park Pony & Horse Rides is a horse and pony ride facility that provides walking pony rides Tuesday through Sunday. The rides cost $5.00 per child and can be rented for special events.
23.2 Miles
At 22 miles long, Mountains To Sea Trail is a biking and hiking trail that takes visitors through canyons, nature parks, and bays. The trail also provides visitors with opportunities for bird watching.
23.3 Miles
52%
88 votes
9105 Recreation Cir, Fountain Valley, CA
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At the Fountain Valley Skating Center, guests will be able to go roller skating and take fitness and exercise classes. The site, which also hosts birthday parties, features Wednesday and Saturday R&B nights.
23.3 Miles
Part of Yorba Park, the Orange Dog Park is open six days a week from dawn until dusk. The park offers separate areas for large and small dogs, dog drinking fountains, waste bags and waste scoopers.
23.4 Miles
A beach only for dogs. As dogs aren't allowed on normal beaches, Huntington Dog Beach is the place to let them play in the sand, the water and the grass.
23.4 Miles
16121 Brookhurst Street, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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Frogg's Bounce House is a large inflatable play zone designed for children. It features inflatable slides and obstacle courses, a playhouse with toy cars to ride around in, and a party room with a dance floor and disco ball.
23.5 Miles
60%
169 votes
2800 N Main St, Ste 999, Santa Ana, CA 92705
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A movie theater multiplex, Picture Show at MainPlace shows primarily first run Hollywood movies in full digital video and surround sound. The theater offers dollar hot dogs and a variety of other concessions.