Free & Cheap Things to Do in Escondido, CA

  • The list below includes 235 free or cheap things to do in or near Escondido, California, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Breweries, Hiking Trails and Movie Theaters.
  • From Queen Califia's Magical Circle Garden to Palomar Mountain State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Escondido and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Poway and Santee.
  • The list below includes 235 free or cheap things to do in or near Escondido, California, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Breweries, Hiking Trails and Movie Theaters.
  • From Queen Califia's Magical Circle Garden to Palomar Mountain State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Escondido and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Poway and Santee.
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14.8 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.
15.0 Miles
94% 336 votes
Beaches Coast Boulevard, Del Mar, CA MoreLess Info
At Del Mar City Beach, visitors can go sun bathing, surfing, or swimming near River Mouth and 15thStreet. The site is also a suitable location for volleyball, hiking, and bicycling activities.
15.1 Miles
98% 109 votes
Parks 1601 Coast Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
Seagrove Park offers ocean views and an ideal place to have a picnic. The site, which frequently offers views of seagulls and other ocean animals, can also be used for a game of Frisbee.
15.1 Miles
100% 30 votes
Beaches 101 Tamarack Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92008 MoreLess Info
A broad, clean white sand beach, Tamarack State Beach is a good destination for a family outing. The beach offers ample parking, and visitors are allowed to build fires if they bring their own pits.
15.1 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.
15.2 Miles
93% 95 votes
Parks 1600 Coast Blvd, Del Mar, CA MoreLess Info
Spend some time outdoors at Powerhouse Park, overlooking Del Mar City Beach. Enjoy the soothing ocean sounds while taking a walk or playing a game of frisbee. A playground is available for the kiddos.
15.3 Miles
76% 25 votes
Hiking Trails Jefferson Street, Carlsbad, CA MoreLess Info
Passing through a eucalyptus grove, Hosp Grove Trails are part of Carlsbad's city trails system. Bring a picnic, and hike the unpaved trail up 100 feet for views of the Pacific Ocean and Buena Vista Lagoon.
15.4 Miles
78% 36 votes
Farmers Markets Roosevelt Street & Grand Avenue, Carlsbad, CA 92018 MoreLess Info
Visit Carlsbad Village Farmers Market and visit the fine vendors peddling organic produce, arts and crafts, prepared foods, flowers and baked goods. While there, enjoy live entertainment or learn about other happenings in the village.
15.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Horseback Riding 4571 S Mission Road, Fallbrook, CA 92028 MoreLess Info
Offering horse boarding and training, Del Rio Farms is a hunter jumper facility that includes a stream on the property, as well as a mountain and many trees. Their other amenities include a lighted full-size jumping arena.
15.5 Miles
93% 4796 votes
Beaches Carlsbad Blvd. and Hwy 101, Carlsbad, CA 92008 MoreLess Info
Camping enthusiasts love the Carlsbad State Beach in Carlsbad, California. The park includes extensive camping facilities with individual sites, token-operated showers and restrooms with running water. Carlsbad State Beach is also open to day visitors.
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