Free & Cheap Things to Do in Monterey, CA

  • The list below includes 144 free or cheap things to do in or near Monterey, California, including 77 different types of inexpensive activities like Walking Trails, Piers & Boardwalks, Art Museum and History Museums.
  • From Waterfront to Monterey Bay, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Monterey and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Carmel, Pacific Grove, Salinas and Seaside.
  • The list below includes 144 free or cheap things to do in or near Monterey, California, including 77 different types of inexpensive activities like Walking Trails, Piers & Boardwalks, Art Museum and History Museums.
  • From Waterfront to Monterey Bay, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Monterey and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Carmel, Pacific Grove, Salinas and Seaside.
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33.9 Miles
100% 2 votes
Comedy Clubs 8191 Swanston Lane, Gilroy, CA 95020 MoreLess Info
Specializing in comedic productions, Pintello Comedy Theater offers visitors a new show to watch every month starring local actors. These shows often feature a variety of sketches melded into one performance.
33.9 Miles
100% 2 votes
Playgrounds 400 Mantelli Drive, Gilroy, CA 95020 MoreLess Info
Also known as Veterans Park, Gilroy’s Las Animas Park spans 23 acres. The park features jogging and hiking trails, sports fields, handball courts, a community center, and picnic areas with barbecue grills.
34.0 Miles
100% 4 votes
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Fort Ord

Monuments Fort Ord Project Office - Hollister Resource Area, 20 Hamilton Ct, Hollister, CA 95023 MoreLess Info
Once an army facility, Ford Ord is now a national monument at the center of a large wilderness preserve that is home to 35 rare animal and plant species. The reserve also has an extensive hiking trail network.
34.0 Miles
100% 2 votes
Music Venue 500 John Smith Road, Hollister, CA 95023 MoreLess Info
Guerra Cellars presents Hollister Concerts is an outdoor concert series that permits carry-in food and has alcoholic beverages available for purchase. The series is held at an outdoor amphitheater that sits on a vineyard.
34.0 Miles
18% 22 votes
Parks 12895 Uvas Road, Morgan Hill, CA 95037 MoreLess Info
As an RV resort, Thousand Trails offers visitors a variety of amenities, from free WiFi to miniature golf. The campground is located in wine country and is situated on 66 acres.
34.3 Miles
100% 3 votes
Horseback Riding 2855 Day Road, Gilroy, CA 95020 MoreLess Info
Maggi Stables is an 18 acre equestrian training facility surrounded by vineyards and meadows. The facility offers training lessons for those of all skill levels. The stables also offers a selection of horses for sale
34.4 Miles
89% 70 votes
Visitor Centers Big Sur Station #1, Big Sur, CA 93920 MoreLess Info
Big Sur Station is an information center which provides helpful tips to the visitors. The rangers are experienced, well-informed and friendly. They take your preferences into account when providing suggestions which are useful when exploring the scenic beauty of Big Sur.
34.4 Miles
67% 3 votes
Paintball 1533 Shore Road, Hollister, CA 95023 MoreLess Info
Equipped with several courses for play, US Paintball Nation, Inc is a family owned and operated business. A full-service paintball park, the facility will arrange for parties, group or family gatherings.
34.7 Miles
95% 55 votes
Parks Croy Road, Morgan Hill, CA MoreLess Info
Surrounded by lush wooded landscape, the Uvas Canyon County Park measures 1,133 acres features trails for hiking and biking. In addition, the area also offers camping and picnicking opportunities.
36.6 Miles
83% 18 votes
Horseback Riding 9655 New Avenue, Gilroy, CA 95020 MoreLess Info
Johnny 6 Stables specializes in the training and sales of American Saddlebred Horses, Fresians and Hackney ponies. They offer horseback riding lessons from beginner riders to advanced and also have horses for sale and horses for lease.
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