Free & Cheap Things to Do in San Luis Obispo, CA

  • The list below includes 81 free or cheap things to do in or near San Luis Obispo, California, including 53 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Movie Theaters, Parks and Historic Buildings.
  • From California Polytechnic University to Bishop Peak, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Luis Obispo and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Morro Bay, Pismo Beach, Atascadero and Paso Robles.
  • The list below includes 81 free or cheap things to do in or near San Luis Obispo, California, including 53 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Movie Theaters, Parks and Historic Buildings.
  • From California Polytechnic University to Bishop Peak, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Luis Obispo and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Morro Bay, Pismo Beach, Atascadero and Paso Robles.
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45.3 Miles
69% 16 votes
Swimming Pool 207 W College Avenue, Lompoc, CA 93436 MoreLess Info
The Lompoc Aquatic Center is a large indoor recreation complex that features a pool with lap swim area, diving area, and shallow play area, as well as a play structure.
45.5 Miles
100% 5 votes
Paintball 2 River Park Road, Lompoc, CA MoreLess Info
River Park Paintball provides an affordable, fun atmosphere with a friendly staff that welcomes players who are ready to compete against one another in a paintball fight. Birthday parties, private parties, and special events can also be booked.
45.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
History Museums 115 West Chestnut, Lompoc, CA 93436 MoreLess Info
The Artesia School Museum is a fully restored, historic one-room schoolhouse. It was used from 1876 to 1961 and saw students from first to eighth grades attend at the same time.
45.7 Miles
100% 4 votes
History Museums 207 N L Street, Lompoc, CA 93436 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1964, the Lompoc Valley Historical Society is an organization with the mission to provide a repository for documents and historical artifacts of Lompoc Valley. The society manages the Carriage House and the Blacksmith Shop.
45.9 Miles
84% 107 votes
Beaches Star Route, Jalama Rd, Lompoc, CA 93436 MoreLess Info
Many California native plants like sea rocket, saltbush and verbena grow within the boundaries of Jalama Beach County Park. In addition to picnic and camping areas, the park's coastline is a popular spot for fishing, surfing and swimming.
46.1 Miles
92% 12 votes
History Museums 200 South H Street, Lompoc, CA 93436 MoreLess Info
Established in 1969, the Lompoc Museum exhibits document the archeology and history of the Lompoc Valley and Santa Barbara County. Patrons can view vintage photos and relics. There is also 19th century furniture and clothing on display.
46.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Playgrounds E Olive Avenue, Lompoc, CA 93436 MoreLess Info
Consisting of 50 acres, Beattie Park is a community park with amenities like a multipurpose grass field, lookout gazebo, forest preserve, and more. The park has varying levels of elevation, with views of Pacific Ocean visible from the some locations.
49.2 Miles
50% 34 votes
Landmarks 5225 Figueroa Mountain Road, Los Olivos, CA 93441 MoreLess Info
Michael Jackson's famed Neverland Ranch is only open to those who are invited, so visitors will likely only see the gates covered in flowers, notes and memorials from fans. The house is not visible from the gates.
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