Free & Cheap Things to Do in La Jolla, CA

  • 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.
  • 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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0.0 Miles
After an orientation, guides lead segway riders past La Jolla landmarks and surf beaches, or through the scenic and historic Gaslamp Harbor
8.6 Miles
62% 918 votes
Movie Theaters 12905 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA 92130 MoreLess Info
Offering a luxury movie-viewing experience, Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas is a movie theater that provides a unique and memorable experience to its guests. Amenities include in-theater waiter service, luxury reclining seats, and a full bar menu, among others.
8.9 Miles
98% 109 votes
Parks 1601 Coast Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
Seagrove Park offers ocean views and an ideal place to have a picnic. The site, which frequently offers views of seagulls and other ocean animals, can also be used for a game of Frisbee.
8.9 Miles
93% 95 votes
Parks 1600 Coast Blvd, Del Mar, CA MoreLess Info
Spend some time outdoors at Powerhouse Park, overlooking Del Mar City Beach. Enjoy the soothing ocean sounds while taking a walk or playing a game of frisbee. A playground is available for the kiddos.
9.0 Miles
94% 336 votes
Beaches Coast Boulevard, Del Mar, CA MoreLess Info
At Del Mar City Beach, visitors can go sun bathing, surfing, or swimming near River Mouth and 15thStreet. The site is also a suitable location for volleyball, hiking, and bicycling activities.
9.5 Miles
94% 72 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 2132 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
Free Flight is a parrot sanctuary that is dedicated to the nurturing and re-socializing of the talkative bird species. The location offers public viewings of its animals and bird shows for those who wish to throw an event.
9.6 Miles
93% 1173 votes
Specialty Museums 1492 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101 MoreLess Info
One of the most exciting museums on the coast, Maritime Museum of San Diego is located on a ship. The ship is complete with living history personnel, art, ship models, sailor art, and much more.
9.8 Miles
74% 27 votes
Horse Races 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
At Del Mar Surfside Race Place, visitors can watch horse racing and place bets for their favorite horse. Visitors can attend the sports lounge or watch the races on the thousand TVs scattered throughout the facility.
9.8 Miles
96% 45 votes
Sports Teams (Amateur) Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a modern day roller derby league with the San Diego Derby Dolls. The roller derby also offers open skating and training, and features an on site shop.
9.9 Miles
90% 346 votes
Dog Park 3006 Sandy Lane, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
As the name suggests, Dog Beach, also known as North Beach, is a canine-friendly site that offers dog lovers the chance to walk their pets along the ocean. Dogs can be released from their leashes from after Labor Day.
9.9 Miles
Parks 1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 MoreLess Info
Balboa Park is a hub of culture, art, history, entertainment, and vivid experiences. The thriving atmosphere contains attractions such as a zoo, photographic studio, miniature railroad, history, space, and art museums among many other things.
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