- The list below includes 275 free or cheap things to do in or near La Jolla, California, including 89 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Kayaking, Aquariums and Cooking Classes.
 - From Mount Soledad to Windansea Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in La Jolla and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, Chula Vista, San Diego and Santee.
 
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                10463 Austin Drive, Spring Valley, CA 91978
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            Showcasing the history of Japanese Americans in the region, Japanese American Historical Society provides historical information with regular exhibits to the public. The society hosts community events such as swing nights, lectures, and craft classes.        
    
    
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            Situated on 1.4 acres, Wells Park Dog Park offers fields of grass and gravel used for canine recreation and exercise. The park provides drinking water, benches, dog waste bags, shade trees and a separate small dog area.        
    
    
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            Wells Park is a recreational park that includes a dog park, baseball fields, restrooms, and a children's playground. The park also features an area to work out at as well as a barbecue area.        
    
    
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            Spanning 700 acres, Blue Sky Ecological Reserve is located in a canyon blanketed in oak trees. The reserve is home to a wide variety of plant and animal species, and features a network of hiking trails.        
    
    
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            The Imperial Beach Pier is designed with a wooden boardwalk that presents phenomenal views of the coastline. It is a popular walking and fishing destination and also features a restaurant.        
    
    
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            Offering equestrian services, Bright Valley Farms provides visitors with riding lessons in both the traditional English and Western styles of horseback riding. The farm offers birthday party packages that include a group horseback ride.        
    
    
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            Bayshore Bikeway
                
                1201 1st St, Coronado Ferry Landing, Imperial Beach, CA 92118
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            Traveling along the San Diego Bay, Bayshore Bikeway offers a safe route through the city. With views of many attractions including the skyline, the route also passes many of the city's most popular social spots.        
    
    
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            Located on 32 acres, Alga Norte Community Park features baseball and soccer fields, basketball courts, a dog park and an aquatic center. The park also provides shaded picnic areas, barbecue grills, a skate park and paved walking paths.        
    
    
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            Views of both downtown San Diego and the Coronado Islands can be seen from Imperial Beach. White sand is spread over three and a half miles, and there is a long wooden pier into the ocean.        
    
    
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            With San Diego SUP Lessons, visitors can learn how to stand up paddle board with experienced instructors in the San Diego bay. Visitors can choose from 90 minute group or individual lessons.