- 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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22.9 Miles
Urban Adventures offers excitement right in the heart of Escondido. Book tours for surfing and other activities with experienced guides.
22.9 Miles
70%
96 votes
320 North Broadway, Escondido, CA 92025
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At the San Diego Children's Discovery Museum, young visitors and their families can take advantage of the site's Toddler Tidepool and other learning exhibits. The location hosts Kids Workshops, Fall Family Festivals, and birthday parties.
23.0 Miles
93%
4796 votes
Carlsbad Blvd. and Hwy 101, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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Camping enthusiasts love the Carlsbad State Beach in Carlsbad, California. The park includes extensive camping facilities with individual sites, token-operated showers and restrooms with running water. Carlsbad State Beach is also open to day visitors.
23.0 Miles
85%
34 votes
2015 Birch Rd, Suite 500, Chula Vista, CA 91915
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Visitors of the Otay Ranch Town Center will be able to shop at stores like Macy's, Barnes & Noble, and Bath & Body Works. The location also features a 12-theater AMC cinema that offers first-run movie viewings.
23.0 Miles
A small, quiet park, Buena Vista park features a duck pond and multiple hiking trails. Visitors can view wildlife, use picnic facilities, and walk or bike on trails of varying widths and difficulty levels.
23.1 Miles
78%
36 votes
Roosevelt Street & Grand Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92018
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Visit Carlsbad Village Farmers Market and visit the fine vendors peddling organic produce, arts and crafts, prepared foods, flowers and baked goods. While there, enjoy live entertainment or learn about other happenings in the village.
23.1 Miles
Take a memorable horseback ride though the vineyards with Vineyard Trail Rides. Guests enjoy a scenic, hour-and-a-half ride through Milagro Farm, then are offered wine tastings and chocolates upon completion.
23.2 Miles
Known for its picnicking opportunities, Woodland Park offers 11 acres of land with ponds, fountains, and shaded areas. The picnic areas have several playgrounds with climbing walls, swings, and other play structures.
23.5 Miles
38%
26 votes
2700 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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Offering a safe, fenced environment where dogs can play freely, the Ann D. L'Heureux Memorial Dog Park offers expansive space for both large and small breeds. The park also features a water fountain and seating for dog owners.
23.7 Miles
The Hollandia Dog Park is an off-leash recreational dog park that features two separate areas for big and small dogs. The park has benches, bowls of water, and a fence that surrounds the park.