- The list below includes 641 free or cheap things to do in or near Newport Beach, California, including 135 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Movie Theaters, Parks and Piers & Boardwalks.
- From Newport Beach to Inspiration Point, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Newport Beach and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Long Beach, Lakewood and Cerritos.
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Participants can enjoy 2 to 2.5 hour whale watching cruise and admire giant blue whales, finback whales, several species of dolphin and more
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With soft sands and blue waters, Newport Beach is a popular destination for swimming, surfing and scenic strolls. Down the coast, visitors will come across bike rental stations and small food trucks.
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Ocean Blvd & Heliotrope Avenue, Newport Beach, CA 92663
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Inspiration Point offers a relaxing and tranquil place to watch boat traffic in the harbor and is a place to see high surf at the Wedge while enjoying a picnic or viewing the sunset.
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The Wedge is a surfing spot that provides visitors with the chance to go skim boarding, bodysurfing, body boarding, and surfing. The location has been featured in songs by the likes of Dick Dale and All Time Low.
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Crystal Cove State Beach features three beach areas with access to coves and a 3.25 mile trail. Visitors can run, walk, jog and bike, and other activities include swimming, diving, fishing and enjoying the many tide pools.
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At Balboa Village guests will be able to come across a unique selection of restaurants, specialty shops, cultural activities and historic sites. In addition, the area also boasts ocean and deep sea fishing experiences as well as an arcade and boat rentals.
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From Balboa Pier, visitors can spot seagulls, pelicans, and seals in the water below. Visitors can fish with the locals or enjoy a meal at the end of the pier at Ruby's Diner.
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Spanning a total of nine miles along the Pacific Ocean, Newport Beach is a seaside town commonly visited for its scenic beaches. The town also has a pier filled with restaurants and shops within walking distance of the water.
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Newport Beach's Back Bay Loop Trail is a ten and a half mile hiking trail that offers scenic views. The trail is accessible from a number of points, many of which are connected with local sights and educational attractions.
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Little Corona Del Mar Beach features rocky reefs on both sides that provide ample diving off points for snorkelers and scuba divers. The beach is also attractive for swimmers, joggers, picnickers and spear fishers.
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600 Shellmaker Road, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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At Upper Newport Bay Regional Park, visitors can go riding, jogging, or skating. Not only is the site suitable for a picnic lunch, but the location also offers an opportunity to view migrating birds.