Free & Cheap Things to Do in Capitola, CA

  • The list below includes 209 free or cheap things to do in or near Capitola, California, including 100 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Beaches, Parks and Paddleboarding.
  • From Capitola City Beach to New Brighton State Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Capitola and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Santa Cruz, Pacific Grove, Cupertino and San Jose.
  • The list below includes 209 free or cheap things to do in or near Capitola, California, including 100 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Beaches, Parks and Paddleboarding.
  • From Capitola City Beach to New Brighton State Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Capitola and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Santa Cruz, Pacific Grove, Cupertino and San Jose.
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Views of Monterey Bay and Capitola Village add a visual component to meals of fresh seafood enjoyed in the dining room or on a roof deck
0.3 Miles
84% 338 votes
Beaches Capitola, CA MoreLess Info
At the Capitola City Beach, guests will have the opportunity to go swimming, surfing, and kite flying. Guests who are interested in playing volleyball or going shopping may also enjoy what this site has to offer.
1.2 Miles
78% 233 votes
Beaches 1500 Park Avenue, Capitola, CA MoreLess Info
Guests of the New Brighton State Beach will be able to go swimming, fishing, and picnicking. The location also features a camping area that is located on a bluff overlooking Monterey Bay.
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50% 2 votes
Parks Capitola, CA 95010 MoreLess Info
Partially obscured by trees, diminuitive Hihn Park offers walkers a hilly, wooded trail to an overlook above Monterey Bay. Benches provide resting spots on the return trip, which ends at Capitola Village below.
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National & State Parks 1500 Park Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010 MoreLess Info
Friends of Santa Cruz State Park is a non-profit organization that funds interpretive programs for schools groups, native plant restorations, and community education events. The organization focuses on Sunset State Beach and Manresa State Beach.
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Parks Capitola, CA MoreLess Info
At half an acre, Noble Gulch Park provides visitors with a multipurpose field for outdoor activities like soccer and flag football. There are several picnic areas with tables and grills available on a first come first serve basis.
0.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Arcades Capitola Mall, 1855 41st Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010 MoreLess Info
Venatious is a video game lounge that features high power gaming PCs that are connected to 63 and 65-inch displays. The lounge has Xbox 360 systems, Wii consoles, PS3 consoles.
0.6 Miles
93% 84 votes
Breweries 103 Kennedy Drive, Capitola, CA 95010 MoreLess Info
A coastal brewery with a creative approach, Sante Adairius Rustic Ales makes an array of distinctive craft beers. Some beers are inspired by European styles, while others are more traditionally American. The brewery features a tasting room.
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91% 23 votes
History Museums 410 Capitola Avenue, Capitola, CA MoreLess Info
At the Capitola Historical Museum, guests will be able to enjoy seasonal exhibitions related to the history of Capitola. Visitors may also go on a walking tour of the site.
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100% 3 votes
Food Tours 207 Esplinade, Capitola, CA 95010 MoreLess Info
A walking tour, Capitola Food Tour covers an array of interesting sites and eateries. This includes historical landmarks along with stops at a sushi restaurant, tea room and seaside grille.
1.1 Miles
100% 3 votes
Paddleboarding 1500 Park Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010 MoreLess Info
Stand Up Paddle New Brighton is a seasonally open shop that serves all paddleboarding and kayaking needs from rentals to private classes. They can also serve parties and team building activities for groups up to 20 people.
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