Free & Cheap Things to Do in Marina, CA

  • The list below includes 199 free or cheap things to do in or near Marina, California, including 85 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Beaches, Dog Park and Horseback Riding.
  • From Marina State Beach to Marina Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Marina and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Carmel, Monterey, Santa Cruz and Pacific Grove.
  • The list below includes 199 free or cheap things to do in or near Marina, California, including 85 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Beaches, Dog Park and Horseback Riding.
  • From Marina State Beach to Marina Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Marina and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Carmel, Monterey, Santa Cruz and Pacific Grove.
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7.8 Miles
81% 21 votes
Parks 501 Monterey-Salinas Hwy 68, Salinas, CA 93908 MoreLess Info
Situated on 4,756 acres, Toro Park features over 20 miles of trails suitable for hiking, biking and horseback riding. The park offers sports facilities, picnic areas, a children's playground, access to wildlife and views of Monterey Bay.
7.8 Miles
90% 10 votes
Hiking Trails Portola Dr & Reservation Road, Salinas, CA 93908 MoreLess Info
Once a military installation, Ford Ord is now a national monument surrounded by the Fort Ord Public Lands. The Public Lands are thousands of acres of protected, undeveloped land, home to many rare plant and animal species.
7.9 Miles
86% 22 votes
Historic Sites 525 Polk Street, Monterey, CA 93940 MoreLess Info
Part of a collection of historic buildings, the Cooper-Molera Adobe offers you the opportunity to explore and learn about the Cooper family who lived there. The museum store also sells replicas of old-fashioned items.
7.9 Miles
95% 22 votes
Art Museum 720 Via Mirada, Monterey, CA MoreLess Info
La Mirada is a garden and gallery combined into one. Works of art are paired with floral arrangements to provide a unique experience.
7.9 Miles
100% 12 votes
Historic Homes Monterey State Historic Park, Monterey, CA MoreLess Info
Part of a collection of historic buildings, Stevenson House is where Robert Louis Stevenson penned some of his most famous works. Here you can view a collection of memorabilia dedicated to his life.
7.9 Miles
94% 51 votes
Specialty Museums 132 Central Ave., Salinas, CA 93901 MoreLess Info
Fan's of John Steinbeck will enjoy a visit to The Steinbeck House and Best Cellar Gift shop. The house was the childhood home of the famed author and now operates a restaurant and museum, while the gift shop offers a wide array of specialty gifts and Steinbeck's books.
7.9 Miles
92% 13 votes
Walking Tours PO Box 82, Pacific Grove, CA 93950 MoreLess Info
The Cannery Row Walking Tours allow people to learn more about the historic buildings and landmarks in the town where California was born. Knowledgeable tour guides share a plethora of information in regards to the area's history, culture, attractions and events.
7.9 Miles
67% 3 votes
Beaches 1501 Sunset Drive, Pacific Grove, CA 93950 MoreLess Info
Filled with walking paths and benches, Pacific Grove Shoreline Parkway Marine Refuge offers visitors a scenic view of a rocky shoreline and tidal pools to explore. Though often foggy in the morning, visitors can see a variety of shore birds.
8.0 Miles
96% 194 votes
Beaches Monterey, CA MoreLess Info
Garrapata beach is a quiet beach on the coast of Monterey. Dogs are welcome.
8.0 Miles
67% 3 votes
Walking Trails Monterey, CA MoreLess Info
Partington Point is a cape in Monterey County, California.It's a dirt road that leads westward to an obvious fork. The right fork leads to a tiny rock-strewn beach at Partington Creek's mouth.
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