Free & Cheap Things to Do in Encinitas, CA

  • The list below includes 246 free or cheap things to do in or near Encinitas, California, including 107 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Botanical Gardens.
  • From Moonlight Beach to Swami's Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Encinitas and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Poway and Santee.
  • The list below includes 246 free or cheap things to do in or near Encinitas, California, including 107 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Botanical Gardens.
  • From Moonlight Beach to Swami's Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Encinitas and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Poway and Santee.
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12.9 Miles
93% 13238 votes
Beaches Off Coast Blvd., La Jolla, CA MoreLess Info
La Jolla, California is home to the La Jolla Cove, a sheltered, small beach with pristine waters that draws smaller crowds than other nearby beaches. The calm water is excellent for beginning kayakers and surfers.
12.9 Miles
69% 39 votes
Fishing 315 Harbor Drive South, Oceanside, CA 92054 MoreLess Info
Helgren's Sportfishing provides half-day fishing trips, sea life adventures, one and a half-day Cortes Bank trips, and whale watching trips. Common catches at this destination include both yellowtail and halibut.
13.0 Miles
64% 155 votes
Caverns & Caves 1325 Cave St, La Jolla, CA 92037 MoreLess Info
Sanny Jim Cave offers beautiful views of the ocean waves crashing against its big rocks. The cave is reached through an old staircase which can be used after paying a small entry fee. It is a unique thrilling experience in itself.
13.0 Miles
50% 6 votes
Art Gallery 1205 Prospect Street, La Jolla, CA 92037 MoreLess Info
The Simic Gallery has a collection of tasteful fine art. For the beginning or experienced collector, they offer pieces that are within many budgets.
13.1 Miles
80% 1574 votes
Beaches 850 Coast Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037 MoreLess Info
The La Jolla Children's Pool is a popular spot for wading, swimming and spending time with the sea lions and harbor seals that have adopted the Pool as their own. Parking is free, but paid lots are also available. Lifeguards are on duty.
13.2 Miles
94% 118 votes
Beaches Harbor Drive, Oceanside, CA MoreLess Info
Harbor Beach is a spacious beach in Oceanside. Surf and swim areas are clearly demarcated.
13.2 Miles
88% 370 votes
Shopping Districts Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA MoreLess Info
Located in Escondido, California, Grand Avenue is an economic and social hub filled with restaurants, shops, market stalls, beauty salons and offices. In clement weather, Grand Avenue is an excellent place for an afternoon stroll.
13.2 Miles
35% 94 votes
Movie Theaters 350 W Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with an IMAX 3D auditorium, Regal Escondido Stadium 16 & IMAX displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers stadium seating, a game room, mobile ticketing and a snack bar.
13.2 Miles
75% 4 votes
Parks 1600 Sports Park Way, Vista, CA 92083 MoreLess Info
Vista Sports Park features a variety of well-maintained, state of the art sports fields, including football fields, soccer fields, and little league baseball fields. The park also has a walking track that circles it.
13.3 Miles
- 0 votes
Fishing 1504 Harbor Drive, Oceanside, CA 92054 MoreLess Info
Southern California Fishing Trips offers a number of private tours. Some of them include whale and dolphin watching, surfing, fishing, and sightseeing.
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