Free & Cheap Things to Do in Oceanside, CA

  • The list below includes 173 free or cheap things to do in or near Oceanside, California, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Movie Theaters, Fishing and Bike Paths.
  • From The Pier at Oceanside to Harbor Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Oceanside and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Carlsbad, San Clemente, Escondido and Fallbrook.
  • The list below includes 173 free or cheap things to do in or near Oceanside, California, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Movie Theaters, Fishing and Bike Paths.
  • From The Pier at Oceanside to Harbor Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Oceanside and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Carlsbad, San Clemente, Escondido and Fallbrook.
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37.0 Miles
97% 919 votes
Cemeteries 1800 Cabrillo Memorial Drive, San Diego, CA 92106 MoreLess Info
The Fort Rosecrans Cemetery features several monuments and memorials, including the USS Bennington monument and the Ommaney Bay CVE-79 monument. The location dates back to the early days of the California territory.
37.0 Miles
94% 1014 votes
Lighthouses Point Loma, San Diego, CA MoreLess Info
Lit for the first time in 1855, Old Point Loma Lighthouse stood guard over the San Diego coast for many years. Visitors can now enjoy tours of the lighthouse, complete with ranger presentations and 1880 styles.
37.0 Miles
44% 59 votes
Paintball 14881 Temescal Canyon Road, Lake Elsinore, CA 92532 MoreLess Info
Jungle Island Paintball is a large paintball and airsoft facility featuring eleven paintball fields and three airsoft fields. Each field has a separate unique theme with themes ranging from World War 2 to Somalia.
37.1 Miles
94% 316 votes
Beaches 838 Ocean Blvd, Coronado, CA 92118 MoreLess Info
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.
37.2 Miles
86% 94 votes
Children's Museums 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA MoreLess Info
Pretend City is a children's museum, for children between 1 and 8 years of age. It is a place where children learn by playing, through educational programs and through role playing under the guidance of professional staff.
37.2 Miles
50% 128 votes
Other Entertainment 8800 Irvine Center Dr., Irvine, CA 92618 MoreLess Info
Verizon Wireless Amphitheater is currently Orange County's largest amphitheatre with its 16,085 capacity. It has hosted concerts from celebrities like Michael Jackson and The Offspring.
37.2 Miles
70% 370 votes
Children's Museums 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA MoreLess Info
Not only does Pretend City Children's Museum contain an Imagination Playground, the site also offers interactive amphitheater, art studio, and bank and ATM exhibits. The location, which sells souvenirs in its gift shop, also hosts birthday parties.
37.2 Miles
88% 121 votes
Beaches Newport Beach, CA 92663 MoreLess Info
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.
37.2 Miles
80% 51 votes
Dog Park 1153 E Madison Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92021 MoreLess Info
Situated on 1.4 acres, Wells Park Dog Park offers fields of grass and gravel used for canine recreation and exercise. The park provides drinking water, benches, dog waste bags, shade trees and a separate small dog area.
37.2 Miles
18% 11 votes
Parks 1153 E. Madison Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92021 MoreLess Info
Wells Park is a recreational park that includes a dog park, baseball fields, restrooms, and a children's playground. The park also features an area to work out at as well as a barbecue area.
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