Free & Cheap Things to Do in San Clemente, CA

  • The list below includes 294 free or cheap things to do in or near San Clemente, California, including 116 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Hiking Trails, Playgrounds and Skate Parks.
  • From San Clemente Pier to San Clemente Coastal Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Clemente and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Irvine, Oceanside and Newport Beach.
  • The list below includes 294 free or cheap things to do in or near San Clemente, California, including 116 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Hiking Trails, Playgrounds and Skate Parks.
  • From San Clemente Pier to San Clemente Coastal Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Clemente and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Irvine, Oceanside and Newport Beach.
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20.0 Miles
69% 39 votes
Fishing 315 Harbor Drive South, Oceanside, CA 92054 MoreLess Info
Helgren's Sportfishing provides half-day fishing trips, sea life adventures, one and a half-day Cortes Bank trips, and whale watching trips. Common catches at this destination include both yellowtail and halibut.
20.1 Miles
76% 239 votes
Movie Theaters 999 Newport Center Drive, Fashion Island Shopping Center, Newport Beach, CA MoreLess Info
At the Island Cinema, film lovers can enjoy first-run movies in leather stadium seating. The location, which features a digital projection picture, offers both food and alcoholic beverages that are delivered to your seats.
20.2 Miles
82% 120 votes
Movie Theaters 4245 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA 92612 MoreLess Info
Located in UC Irvine's University Town Center plaza, Edwards University Cinema offers showings of independent films. They participate in the Regal Cinemas rewards program so guests can receive reward points for every purchase.
20.4 Miles
81% 32 votes
Movie Theaters 4626 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, CA MoreLess Info
Starplex cinemas in Irvine, California offer 11 movie screens and discount movie tickets. For those looking for a place to through a party, they also have rooms they rent out for kids parties.
20.4 Miles
70% 112 votes
Art Museum 850 San Clemente Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660 MoreLess Info
This location offers temporary exhibits of artwork in addition to its permanent collection of contemporary art holdings. The Orange County Museum of Art also offers visitors the chance to purchase artwork in its gift shop.
20.4 Miles
92% 51 votes
Parks 18712 University Drive, Irvine, CA 92612 MoreLess Info
William R. Mason Regional Park offers a wide range of recreational amenities. These include baseball fields, bicycle trails, model sail boating, playground and tot lot, family picnic area, a fitness/par course and an amphitheater.
20.4 Miles
98% 44 votes
Parks 20 Lake Road, Irvine, CA 92604 MoreLess Info
Woodbridge Community Park is approximately 22 acres and has an amphitheater, a multi-use building, ample picnic areas, barbecues, fountains and restrooms. Their sports facilities include lighted basketball and volleyball courts.
20.5 Miles
86% 231 votes
Piers & Boardwalks 801 E Ocean Front, Newport Beach, CA 92661 MoreLess Info
From Balboa Pier, visitors can spot seagulls, pelicans, and seals in the water below. Visitors can fish with the locals or enjoy a meal at the end of the pier at Ruby's Diner.
20.5 Miles
88% 411 votes
Movie Theaters 4626 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, CA 92604 MoreLess Info
As a discount theater, Woodbridge 5 offers two dollar tickets for movies playing on its second run. The concession stand serves refreshments and snacks, offering one free refill per drink.
20.6 Miles
91% 890 votes
Islands Newport Beach, CA MoreLess Info
The man-made Balboa Island features a wide variety of upscale shops and restaurants. This quaint area also boasts charming scenery, including real estate, waterfront views, wildflowers and a fully-functional harbor.
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