- The list below includes 179 free or cheap things to do in or near Imperial Beach, California, including 86 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Skate Parks, Bike Paths and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
- From Bayshore Bikeway to Imperial Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Imperial Beach and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Santee.
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Naval Amphibious Base, Coronado, CA 92118
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An arrangement of a memorial wall and three 'brown water' Navy boats form the Vietnam Unit Memorial Monument. The memorial focuses on honoring those who died in support of naval operations from 1960-1975 in Vietnam.
7.2 Miles
Conducted at a leisurely pace suitable for all visitors, the Coronado Walking Tour is a guided and narrated journey through historic and interesting areas of the island. The tour takes about 90 minutes.
7.3 Miles
Situated on 10.1 acres, Heritage Park features a recreation center along with a duck pond and facilities for basketball and soccer. The park also offers grass fields, a skate park, a children's playground and picnic areas.
7.4 Miles
Providing performing arts events for the community, Liberty Hall Theatre features a mix of entertainment, from jazz bands to plays. The theater stars local actors and musicians from the community in its plays.
7.6 Miles
Opened in 1969, the Coronado Bridge was the first structure to connect the Island of Coronado and the city of San Diego. The 2.12 bridge is designed for vehicle safety and traffic efficiency with reversible lanes and guard rails.
7.9 Miles
Glorietta Bay Park is a community managed oceanside park that offers numerous running and walking trails and wide grassy lawn areas. The buoy-marked ocean swimming area makes the park popular among training triathletes.
8.0 Miles
The Coronado Visitor Center is home to the Coronado Museum, which features exhibits highlighting local history and culture. The center also offers a wealth of tourist information, brochures, and maps, and sometimes hosts live music.
8.1 Miles
Coronado Beach is a scenic, white sand beach with great views of both the ocean and of beachside mansions nearby. The beach is patrolled by life guards, and features restrooms and showers.
8.1 Miles
Located nearby the Coronado Bay Bridge, Tidelands Park provides views of the bay and the bridge as well as athletic fields and a skate park. It offers a small beach, picnic areas, a playground and open fields for recreational activities.
8.2 Miles
Situated across the street from the local library, Spreckels Park is a popular downtown park with well maintained grassy areas. There is also a large playground, picnic tables, and an area utilized for a summer concert series.