- The list below includes 237 free or cheap things to do in or near La Mesa, California, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Arts & Crafts Classes, Playgrounds and Movie Theaters.
- From Mt Helix Park to Lake Murray, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in La Mesa and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Jolla, Chula Vista, Poway and San Diego.
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2050 Entertainment Cir, Chula Vista, CA 91911
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Sleep Train Amphitheatre is an outdoor live music and event venue that attracts international performers as well as a variety of traveling expositions. It features a variety of amenities including restrooms and concessions.
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1548 Quivira Way, San Diego, CA 92109
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There's nothing like the peaceful serenity of open water in a kayak, which is water Aqua Adventures Kayaks & Paddleboards offers. Visitors can paddle to La Jolla Sea Caves or visit Coronado Islands for an unforgettable water adventure.
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Summers Past Farms is a privately owned herbal garden, gift shop and nursery. The grounds are well manicured and certified as a wildlife habitat. A Sweet Pea maze is featured and allows guests to walk amongst the blooms.
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Digiplex Poway is a local movie theater that shows its guests the latest Hollywood released films. Matinee ticket specials and a large concessions menu are among the amenities offered at the theater.
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Nearly two acres of land are available at the Poway Dog Park. The site has three individual fenced-in areas that lets dogs run and play freely off their leashes along with a water faucet for the dogs and picnic tables.
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Poway's Community Park features large green spaces and two good sized playgrounds with a variety of play equipment for kids. The park also features picnic tables and restrooms that are open to the public.
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Mission Beach
Mission Boulevard at Garnet Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109
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With a unique SoCal vibe, Mission Beach is called the west coast's Atlantic City. The area has hot dog stands, surfing, plenty of clean sand, street performance, and a lively night scene.
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A neighborhood park, Hilleary Park features soccer fields along with tennis and basketball courts. The park also offers two children's playgrounds, restroom facilities, paved walking paths, picnic tables, shade trees and picnic shelters.
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A residential park, Starridge Park features a basketball court and open field areas that can be used for sports like football and soccer. The park also provides a playground, picnic tables and barbeque grills.
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Extending 1.5 miles along the peninsula of Point Loma, Sunset Cliffs Natural Park is one of the most beautiful places in California. Visitors and hikers will enjoy the ocean views, cliff faces, and numerous caves.