Free & Cheap Things to Do in Santa Ynez, CA

  • The list below includes 67 free or cheap things to do in or near Santa Ynez, California, including 47 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Camping Site and Historic Sites.
  • From Nojoqui Falls Park to Bradbury Dam Vista Point, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Santa Ynez and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Goleta, Solvang, Santa Barbara and Lompoc.
  • The list below includes 67 free or cheap things to do in or near Santa Ynez, California, including 47 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Camping Site and Historic Sites.
  • From Nojoqui Falls Park to Bradbury Dam Vista Point, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Santa Ynez and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Goleta, Solvang, Santa Barbara and Lompoc.
Showing 111-120 of 127
48.1 Miles
82% 73 votes
Beaches Pomeroy Avenue, Pismo Beach, CA 93448 MoreLess Info
Pismo Beach Pier is a fishing pier on a 60 acre regional beach. Attractions include public restrooms, sand showers, volleyball courts, and children's play equipment. The pier is suitable for fishing and scenic walks.
48.2 Miles
80% 102 votes
Beaches Waterfront, Pismo Beach, CA 93448 MoreLess Info
Pismo State Beach is a public beach that supports activities such as swimming, hiking, surf fishing, and digging for Pismo clams. The dunes are lined with trees and the beach is known as a popular bird-watching spot.
48.3 Miles
38% 8 votes
Historic Sites 100 Rancho Pismo Drive, Pismo Beach, CA MoreLess Info
The 7-acre Price Historical Park Features the ranch home of the city founder John Price. Visitors will be able to stroll around the authentic windmill to explore the implement garden, hiking trails and orchard.
48.3 Miles
55% 55 votes
Family Fun Center 250 Pomeroy Avenue, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 MoreLess Info
A family entertainment center, Hot Shots World Class Billiards & Restaurant features a variety of amusements, including pool tables and air hockey tables. The restaurant serves a full menu of pub favorites, including fish and chips and garlic fries.
48.3 Miles
86% 21 votes
Bowling 277 Pomeroy Avenue, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 MoreLess Info
With leagues open to all skill levels, Pismo Bowl offers visitors a bowling experience with 8 lanes to choose from. The bowling alley has a coffee shop and diner that serves hamburgers and pizza.
48.4 Miles
81% 1010 votes
Piers & Boardwalks Pismo Beach, CA MoreLess Info
Showcasing diamond-shaped platforms, the Pismo Pier is one of the most photographed landmarks in Central California. It offers the ideal construction for a pleasant stroll and allows guests to soak in the spectacular views of the surrounding beaches.
48.6 Miles
100% 3 votes
Parks 324 West Ojai Avenue, Ojai, CA 93023 MoreLess Info
The Cluff Vista Park is a triangular park that serves as an entranceway to the historic area in Ojai and preserves the natural beauty of the area. The park includes sculptures by local artists including a monolith by Paul Linhard.
48.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 857 Wadsworth Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 MoreLess Info
A small neighborhood park, Boosinger Park features ocean views along with a turf area suitable for picnics and other recreational activities. The park also offers benches and a children's playground with swings and play structures.
48.7 Miles
88% 48 votes
History Museums 130 W. Ojai Avenue, Ojai, CA 93023 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1966, the Ojai Valley Museum is a historical museum and art gallery operated by the Ojai Valley Historical Society. The museum is filled with artifacts, Native American weavings, and photographs that display the history of the local area.
48.7 Miles
88% 48 votes
History Museums 130 W. Ojai Avenue, Ojai, CA 93023 MoreLess Info
At the Ojai Valley Museum of History and Art, tourists can learn about the history of the Ojai Valley through journals and collections of art and Native American baskets. The location also offers matinee showings of classic films.
Showing 111-120 of 127
HAVE SUGGESTIONS FOR COOL AND INTERESTING THINGS TO DO IN THE Santa Ynez AREA?
ADD A NEW ATTRACTION TO TRIPBUZZ!