- 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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The Coronado Visitor Center is home to the Coronado Museum, which features exhibits highlighting local history and culture. The center also offers a wealth of tourist information, brochures, and maps, and sometimes hosts live music.
4.7 Miles
Moviegoers can sit back and enjoy snacks and first run films in one of three deluxe auditoriums at the Vintage Village Theatre. Guests will appreciate the viewing experience featuring the latest in digital, 3D and sound technology.
4.8 Miles
1549 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
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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.
5.0 Miles
Coronado Beach is a scenic, white sand beach with great views of both the ocean and of beachside mansions nearby. The beach is patrolled by life guards, and features restrooms and showers.
5.1 Miles
910 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
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Experience a city at sea at the USS Midway Museum. Visitors can spend an entire day walking among the numerous exhibits on a self guided tour narrated by some of the nations bravest sailors.
5.1 Miles
Offering 48 lanes of traditional bowling, Brunswick Premier Lanes features automatic bumpers, glow lanes and a pro shop. The bowling center has arcade games, billiard tables, a snack bar and a lounge area with adult beverages.
5.2 Miles
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1492 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
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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.
5.4 Miles
The Coronado Dog Beach is a local beach that allows visitors to bring their four-legged friend for a day of fun by the water. Visitors commonly enjoy swimming, having picnics, or walking their dog along the beach.
5.4 Miles
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129 votes
1025 Tierra Del Rey, Chula Vista, CA 91910
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A 16-screen movie theater, Regal Rancho Del Rey Stadium 16 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, a party room and a concession area with food and drinks.
5.8 Miles
Vista La Mesa Park is 2.74 acres and can be used by about 250 people at once. Its amenities include a Little League field, toddler and elementary age playground, lawn area, picnic benches, BBQs, horseshoe pits and restrooms.