Free & Cheap Things to Do in San Diego, CA

  • The list below includes 224 free or cheap things to do in or near San Diego, California, including 86 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Parks, Bus Tours and Movie Theaters.
  • From Fort Rosecrans Cemetery to Torrey Pines State Reserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Diego and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Santee.
  • The list below includes 224 free or cheap things to do in or near San Diego, California, including 86 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Parks, Bus Tours and Movie Theaters.
  • From Fort Rosecrans Cemetery to Torrey Pines State Reserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Diego and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Santee.
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Customers of every age, race, and culture are invited to take part in an event that promotes multiculturalism
43.3 Miles
92% 12 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Farmer Road, Julian, CA MoreLess Info
At the Santa Ysabel Open Space Preserve, visitors can access 18.5 miles of multi-use trails. The location also features various interpretive programs, picnic tables, and rest areas during their visit.
43.9 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks 2551 Olive Hill Road, Fallbrook, CA 92028 MoreLess Info
Operated and maintained by the Fallbrook Sports Association, the Ingold Sports Park is a sports complex featuring a number of athletic fields available for play and rental. Popular sports include softball, soccer, rugby, and lacrosse.
44.7 Miles
100% 23 votes
Hiking Trails Farmer Road outside of Julian, Julian, CA 92036 MoreLess Info
At the Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve, visitors can access hiking trails and take in scenic views of the highly populated area. The location contains over 45 species of mammals and 150 of birds.
44.7 Miles
92% 88 votes
Botanical Gardens 2940 Reche Road, Fallbrook, CA 92028 MoreLess Info
With an assortment of antiques and sculptures shown on the property, Myrtle Creek Botanical Gardens & Nursery features 10,000 plant species available for purchase. The nursery also has a cafe that incorporates locally grown produce into its dishes.
44.7 Miles
100% 11 votes
Parks 2746 Reche Road, Fallbrook, CA 92028 MoreLess Info
An oak tree forest once inhabited by Native Americans, Live Oak Park is situated on 27 acres and features facilities for basketball, soccer, volleyball and softball. The park provides playgrounds, restrooms, picnic areas and an amphitheater.
44.9 Miles
67% 3 votes
Specialty Museums 260 Rocky Crest Road, Fallbrook, CA 92028 MoreLess Info
The Fallbrook Gem & Mineral Museum is a museum that features a vast collection of gems and minerals. The museum is available for field trips, has a virtual museum, and offers free admission.
45.1 Miles
86% 28 votes
Religious Buildings 3015 Pala Mission Road, Escondido, CA 92059 MoreLess Info
Mission San Antonio de Pala offers mass services at 8AM on Monday through Friday, on Saturday at 5PM, and at multiple times on Sunday. The location also hosts fiestas and other special events for churchgoers to enjoy.
45.1 Miles
95% 83 votes
Gardens 220 Grand Tradition Way, Fallbrook, CA 92028 MoreLess Info
At the Grand Tradition Estate and Gardens, guests will be able to travel through eighteen garden acres with flowers, foliage, and singing birds. The location's dining opportunities include The Veranda Restaurant and The Orchid Bar Cocktails & Casual Cuisine.
45.3 Miles
79% 19 votes
Hiking Trails De Luz Rd & Sandia Creek Drive, Fallbrook, CA 92088 MoreLess Info
Santa Margarita River Trail is a 6 mile loop trail that has shady woodlands, boulders, dusty and dry chaparral and native plants and wildflowers along the trail. Patrons can use the trail for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding.
45.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 344 Clemmens Ln, Fallbrook, CA 92028 MoreLess Info
A county park, Clemmens Lane Park is open from sunrise to sunset, every day of the week. The park features playgrounds for both very young and older kids, a soccer field, a sand volleyball court, and picnic areas.
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