- 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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20.6 Miles
Chula Vista's Mount San Miguel Park features baseball and softball fields, basketball courts, an off leash dog park, ample green space, and playgrounds with an array of climbing structures and play equipment. The park also features picnic areas.
20.7 Miles
Visitors can hike through the San Miguel Mountain Trailhead to receive panoramic views of the San Diego desert landscape. The trail is 4.7 miles round trip and is suited for beginner to advanced hikers.
20.8 Miles
96%
51 votes
Kit Carson Park, 3333 Bear Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025
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Queen Califia's Magical Circle Garden is the only American sculpture garden. The garden consists of nine large-scale sculptures, a circular 'snake wall' and maze entryway, sculpturally integrated bench seating and native shrubs and trees.
20.8 Miles
60%
10 votes
785 E Palomar Street, Chula Vista, CA 91913
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A multipurpose athletics and fitness facility, Veteran's Park Recreation Center offers a variety of programs and classes, including youth sports, senior programs, aerobics, dance, and arts and crafts. The center has a variety of sports facilities.
20.9 Miles
With 100 acres developed for use, Kit Carson Park is home to walking trails, gardens, ponds, playground areas, multiple sports fields, and a sports complex with a skate park, roller hockey arenas, soccer areas, and a disc golf course
20.9 Miles
Used by hikers, bikers, walkers, and other outdoor enthusiasts, Lakeview Park is a public park that offers a number of facilities and amenities to its visitors. These include a playground, four miles of trails, and 24 acres of open space.
21.1 Miles
Situated on 10 acres, Hilton Head County Park features a pirate-themed water play area along with basketball courts and a field suitable for baseball, soccer and football. The park provides exercise stations, a playground, picnic facilities and shaded areas.
21.2 Miles
100%
21 votes
1290 W San Marcos Blvd, Ste 101, San Marcos, CA 92078
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Guest can enjoy regular laser tag games along with the Lazer Frenzy laser maze experience at Invasion Laser Tag. Invasion Laser Tag also hosts birthday parties, corporate events, and other group gatherings.
21.3 Miles
55%
127 votes
1180 W San Marcos, San Marcos, CA 92078
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Edwards San Marcos Stadium Cinema is a multi-screen cinema that shows first run movies. The cinema is wheelchair accessible and offers listening devices, digital projection and stadium seating. There is also a game center and photo booth.
21.4 Miles
Escondido's Stone Brewing Co. sells its beers at its on-premesis store and at its regional retail locations. Visitors may purchase kegs, partial kegs, growlers and bottles of their favorite potations.