Free & Cheap Things to Do in National City, CA

  • The list below includes 213 free or cheap things to do in or near National City, California, including 86 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Children's Entertainment and Movie Theaters.
  • From Pepper Park to LM Pepper Park Boat Launch Ramp, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in National City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Santee.
  • The list below includes 213 free or cheap things to do in or near National City, California, including 86 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Children's Entertainment and Movie Theaters.
  • From Pepper Park to LM Pepper Park Boat Launch Ramp, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in National City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Santee.
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37.4 Miles
80% 20 votes
Botanical Gardens 1270 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista, CA 92084 MoreLess Info
Alta Vista Gardens is a botanical garden featuring several rare plant species. The idea behind Alta Vista Gardens is to combine art with the natural beauty of the garden, with artwork by local artists integrated throughout.
37.4 Miles
87% 15 votes
Parks 1200 Vale Terrace Drive, Vista, CA 92084 MoreLess Info
At 85 acres, Brengle Terrace Park has the space for many activities including courts for tennis, basketball and volleyball, baseball fields, and areas for bocce ball, horseshoes and disc golf. The playground is also quite large.
37.8 Miles
81% 16 votes
Beaches 1500 S Pacific Street, Oceanside, CA 92054 MoreLess Info
Monitored by lifeguards during the day, Buccaneer Beach provides visitors with opportunities for surfing, swimming, sunbathing, and body boarding. The beach also has a playground, picnic area, volleyball courts, and a basketball court.
38.8 Miles
100% 10 votes
Farms & Ranches 17550 Harrison Park Road, Julian, CA 92036 MoreLess Info
Kenner Horse Ranch offers horseback rides for one to two hours, either on the trails of their 200 acre ranch or elsewhere during multi-day riding trips. Deer, bobcats, turkeys, hawks and owls can be spotted on their ranch.
38.9 Miles
75% 4 votes
Parks 1600 Sports Park Way, Vista, CA 92083 MoreLess Info
Vista Sports Park features a variety of well-maintained, state of the art sports fields, including football fields, soccer fields, and little league baseball fields. The park also has a walking track that circles it.
39.0 Miles
92% 132 votes
Parks 4945 Heise Park Road, Julian, CA 92036 MoreLess Info
William Heise State Park covers 929 acres and has on its site 103 campsites, two playgrounds, and wilderness cabins, among others. Wildlife and bird watchers have plenty of opportunities of spotting the local fauna.
39.2 Miles
78% 49 votes
Specialty Museums 2040 North Santa Fe Road, Vista, CA 92084 MoreLess Info
A glimpse into the mechanical past, the Antique Gas & Steam Museum in Vista, California provides over 50 acres of engine related exhibits. Visitors can view these working engines while learning there applications to history.
39.3 Miles
89% 304 votes
History Museums 312 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA MoreLess Info
The surf is up at the California Surf Museum in Oceanside! This museum is dedicated to the important role surfing plays in the state's history and culture. Free for kids 11 and under, $5 for adults, or $3 for students, seniors or military (ID required).
39.3 Miles
88% 93 votes
Farmers Markets corner Coast Highway & Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA MoreLess Info
Open only on Thursdays, the Oceanside Farmer's Market is a tremendous resource for fresh, local produce. Enjoy beautiful, expansive ocean views and a wide variety of vendors that changes weekly.
39.3 Miles
86% 124 votes
Flea Markets 316 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA MoreLess Info
Every Thursday evening, the Oceanside Sunset Market comes to life. Patrons enjoy live entertainment, meals, craft boutiques, food vendors and local produce. The Sunset Market is also famous for its fresh flowers.
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