Free & Cheap Things to Do in Spring Valley, CA

  • The list below includes 222 free or cheap things to do in or near Spring Valley, California, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, History Museums, Art Gallery and Specialty Museums.
  • From Eucalyptus County Park to Hatfield Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Spring Valley and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Poway.
  • The list below includes 222 free or cheap things to do in or near Spring Valley, California, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, History Museums, Art Gallery and Specialty Museums.
  • From Eucalyptus County Park to Hatfield Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Spring Valley and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Poway.
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38.3 Miles
89% 304 votes
History Museums 312 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA MoreLess Info
The surf is up at the California Surf Museum in Oceanside! This museum is dedicated to the important role surfing plays in the state's history and culture. Free for kids 11 and under, $5 for adults, or $3 for students, seniors or military (ID required).
38.3 Miles
90% 800 votes
Religious Buildings 4050 Mission Ave., Oceanside, CA 92057 MoreLess Info
A Catholic parish community in Oceanside, California, Mission San Luis Rey cuts a striking silhouette against the surrounding hills. The church building contains elements of traditional Spanish, Mexican and Byzantine architecture. The mission holds weekly retreats and maintains a daily Mass schedule.
38.3 Miles
82% 66 votes
Art Museum 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA 92054 MoreLess Info
Celebrating both art and culture, Oceanside Art Museum features the works of regional artists in the modern and contemporary genre. Special events such as concerts and fundraisers are also held at this venue.
38.6 Miles
49% 65 votes
Movie Theaters 431 College Blvd, Oceanside, CA 92057 MoreLess Info
Oceanside's Carmike Cinemas is a branch of the Carmike Cinemas movie theater franchise. It screens first-run Hollywood movies in theaters with digital video and sound, and offers a variety of promotions and specials.
38.7 Miles
71% 21 votes
Historic Sites 220 Peyri Drive, Oceanside, CA MoreLess Info
Small and quaint, Heritage Park offers lots of local history. Along with a gazebo for weddings and other special events, there is an old jail, school house and post office on-site for guests to see.
39.0 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.
39.0 Miles
88% 17 votes
Bike Paths College Blvd & N River Road, Oceanside, CA 92057 MoreLess Info
San Luis Rey River Trail is a 7.2 mile bicycle trail that is also open to pedestrians including hikers, runners, dog walkers and roller-bladers. The trail is free of stop signs and traffic lights and separate from motor traffic.
39.3 Miles
94% 118 votes
Beaches Harbor Drive, Oceanside, CA MoreLess Info
Harbor Beach is a spacious beach in Oceanside. Surf and swim areas are clearly demarcated.
39.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Fishing 1504 Harbor Drive, Oceanside, CA 92054 MoreLess Info
Southern California Fishing Trips offers a number of private tours. Some of them include whale and dolphin watching, surfing, fishing, and sightseeing.
40.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Horseback Riding 4949 S Mission Road, Fallbrook, CA 92028 MoreLess Info
Fairbrook Farm is a horse facility that is 25 acres with a 5 acre world class hunter jumper derby field. Other amenities include a 20-horse adobe barn, 12 outside corrals, 2 sand arenas and 4 grass turn-outs.
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