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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24.0 Miles
83% 6 votes
Breweries 136 N Main Ave, Fallbrook, CA 92028 MoreLess Info
Fallbrook Brewing is a local brew-pub with causal and comfortable atmosphere. The wood bar and stools are comfortable, while the staff members are prompt and courteous.
24.0 Miles
86% 7 votes
Specialty Museums 123 West AlvaradoStreet, Fallbrook, CA MoreLess Info
Tourists can view jewels found in local mines at the Fallbrook Gem & Mineral Museum. Along with a diverse collection of gems and minerals, the museum has a gift shop where many treasures can be purchased.
24.0 Miles
75% 4 votes
Parks 840 Buena Ter, El Cajon, CA 92020 MoreLess Info
Located on approximately 19 acres, Hillside Park is a mostly undeveloped park area with abundant eucalyptus trees. The park offers walking trails, picnic spots, a grass playing area and restroom facilities.
24.1 Miles
47% 85 votes
Bowling 1280 Fletcher Parkway, El Cajon, CA 92020 MoreLess Info
A 68-lane bowling center, Parkway Bowl offers open and league bowling along with a laser tag arena. The center provides automatic scoring and bumpers, food and drinks, billiard tables, arcade games, private event hosting and a full bar.
24.1 Miles
56% 9 votes
Parks 6030 Severin Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942 MoreLess Info
Northmont Park is a 5.05-acre park that features picnic tables, barbecues, restrooms, a turf play area, and a volleyball court. The park also has a walking trail that is also used for biking.
24.1 Miles
100% 4 votes
Arts & Crafts Classes 8186 Center St, Ste D, La Mesa, CA 91942 MoreLess Info
Organizing group ceramics classes, Get Centered Clay Studio has equipment like pottery wheels, clay extruders, and firing tools for visitors to use when creating their pottery. The studio also has a gallery featuring the work of local ceramics artists.
24.1 Miles
100% 5 votes
Parks Cala Lilly Road, Santee, CA 92071 MoreLess Info
Located on just 1.3 acres, Sky Ranch Park is a small community park within a quiet residential area. Amenities at the park include barbecue grills, playground equipment, a covered shelter, and a picnic area.
24.2 Miles
Skating Rinks 165 Denny Way, El Cajon, CA 92020 MoreLess Info
Skate San Diego is a roller skating rink that offers open, public skating as well as roller hockey league play for both youth and adult players. The rink also hosts sprung hockey, and is home to the Tron Hosers team.
24.2 Miles
38% 84 votes
Movie Theaters 5500 Grossmont Center Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942 MoreLess Info
Featuring the latest movie releases, Reading Cinemas Grossmont Center 10 offers family entertainment. Special events like movie classics or children's film may be offered along with a variety of concessions.
24.2 Miles
90% 20 votes
Haunted Tours 5500 Grossmont Ctr Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942 MoreLess Info
Designed to make visitors feel like they are in a horror movie, Savage House is a themed haunted house attraction with live actors. The house also has a separate museum featuring memorabilia and props from horror movies.
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