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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14.3 Miles
87% 231 votes
Beaches Highway 1, Morro Bay, CA MoreLess Info
The three-mile Morro Strand State Beach in Morro Bay, California is a beautiful and popular beach. Visitors enjoy flying kites, collecting shells, splashing in the surf, jogging, hiking and picnicking.
14.3 Miles
80% 5 votes
History Museums 6600 Lewis Avenue, Atascadero, CA MoreLess Info
Colony House - Atascadero Historical Society Museum is an educational museum that displays artifacts including pictures of local history. The museum also has a rose garden and can be rented for special occasions.
14.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
History Museums 6600 Lewis Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422 MoreLess Info
At Atascadero Historical Museum, visitors can learn about the region's history, from the early settlers up til the present day. The museum features a variety of vintage photographs depicting resident life from the 20th century.
14.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Laser Tag Atascadero, CA MoreLess Info
Dogz Tagz provides unique entertainment and activities for a variety of venues including company picnics, birthdays, and fund raisers. They bring their equipment to the party with choices of lazer tag, building stuffed animals and their own outdoor movie screen.
14.8 Miles
67% 3 votes
Skate Parks 5493 Traffic Way, Atascadero, CA 93422 MoreLess Info
The Atascadero Indoor Skateboard Park is an indoor recreational park that is available to be booked for private parties of up to 4 hours in length. The park has grinding rails and ramps.
14.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Skate Parks 5493 Traffic Way, Atascadero, CA 93422 MoreLess Info
A-town Park is an indoor skate/bmx park with several ramps and a gear shop. It is open primarily in the afternoons and bikes with brakes and helmets are required. A mandatory waiver must be signed before entry.
23.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Breweries 2200 El Camino Real, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 93453 MoreLess Info
Featuring a clean, relaxed atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating, Dunbar Brewery is a great place to spend time with friends while enjoying a variety of refreshing beers. Offerings include English Style Ale, India Pale Ale, Scottish Heavy, and more.
23.7 Miles
100% 8 votes
Art Gallery 1000 Park Street, Paso Robles, CA MoreLess Info
Dale Evers Studios showcases creative and beautiful sculptures. His designs are very colorful and appeal to the masses.
23.9 Miles
86% 28 votes
Children's Museums 623 13 St, Paso Robles, CA 93446 MoreLess Info
Most attractions in Paso Robles cater to adults. The Children's Museum at the Paso Robles Volunteer Firehouse is a good find-- a lot of interesting things here to keep the kids happy.
24.1 Miles
50% 4 votes
Parks 330 Hidden Pines Way, Santa Maria, CA 93458 MoreLess Info
Known as the town's largest park, Preisker Park is a 40-acre park that offers a number of recreational amenities for visitors to enjoy. These amenities include two playgrounds, picnic and barbecue areas, and a large perimeter walking trail.
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