- The list below includes 261 free or cheap things to do in or near Santee, California, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Breweries and History Museums.
- From Santee Lakes to Santee Lakes Regional Park & Campground, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Santee and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Poway.
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Breakers Beach
Naval Air Station North Island Coronado, Bldg 764 Midway Landing, Coronado, CA 92155
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Home to the Breakers Beach Naval Air Station, Breakers Beach offers clean white sands and good waves for surfing. The beach features a volleyball net, a bonfire pit, and public bathrooms and showers.
16.5 Miles
La Jolla Shores is arguably the most scenic spot in the San Diego area. Enjoy a cup of coffee or a morning jog on these miles of coastline.
16.5 Miles
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2800 Torrey Pines Scenic Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
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Torrey Pines Glideport is a haven of paragliders. Go to paraglide yourself or to watch the adventure in action.
16.5 Miles
With views from of its cliffs out over the Pacific Ocean, Black's Beach is a place for surfing, campfires, walking, and playing in the sea. Sand volleyball courts and nets are set up for visitors to enjoy.
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With ocean views, the J Street Marina Park is great for visitors to walk along the shoreline, swim, or just enjoy the sun. Facilities at the park include picnic tables and grills.
16.6 Miles
The main beach on Coronado Island is known as the Coronado Municipal Beach. Lifeguards are on duty during open hours, and there are tide pools, a dog run, fishing areas, and restrooms.
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Mission Beach
Mission Boulevard at Garnet Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109
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With a unique SoCal vibe, Mission Beach is called the west coast's Atlantic City. The area has hot dog stands, surfing, plenty of clean sand, street performance, and a lively night scene.
16.9 Miles
Offering a luxury movie-viewing experience, Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas is a movie theater that provides a unique and memorable experience to its guests. Amenities include in-theater waiter service, luxury reclining seats, and a full bar menu, among others.
17.0 Miles
Jump Around Now is a 32,000 sq ft trampoline park with attractions like an obstacle course, climbing wall, a 25 ft bungee jump and 12,000 sq ft of trampolines. They also have an area for kids under 5 years.
17.1 Miles
Extensive beach fronts are featured within Silver Strand State Beach, including beaches along San Diego Bay and the Pacific Ocean. There is a large on-site parking lot, restrooms, and several pedestrian tunnels for those wanting to access different parts of the park.