- The list below includes 201 free or cheap things to do in or near San Marcos, California, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Dog Park, Horseback Riding and Bowling.
- From Double Peak Park to Sunset Park - San Marcos, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Marcos and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Jolla, Poway, Santee and Carlsbad.
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Located at the Ocean Institute, The Pilgrim is a full-size replica of the ship that was featured in Richard Henry Dana, Jr.'s Two Years Before the Mast. The location hosts theatrical and musical performances during the summer season.
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Heritage Park lies along the ocean shore, sitting atop a small bluff and offering scenic views along with picnic areas. The park also features a dog park area and hosts a summer concert series each year.
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2015 Birch Rd, Suite 500, Chula Vista, CA 91915
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Visitors of the Otay Ranch Town Center will be able to shop at stores like Macy's, Barnes & Noble, and Bath & Body Works. The location also features a 12-theater AMC cinema that offers first-run movie viewings.
37.9 Miles
26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Mission San Juan Capistrano celebrates the early culture of Orange County, California and the Native American inhabitants. The mission offers guided tours and hands-on activities that include basket weaving, koi feedings, adobe brick making and gold panning.
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Built in the late 1800's the O'Neill Museum is a historic piece of San Juan Capistrano history. The house museum acts as the San Juan Capistrano Historical Society Headquarters and houses the towns prominent documents, maps, photos and more.
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A cinema multiplex with a number of amenities, Regency Theatres in San Juan Capistrano is most notable for Rick's Cafe, a bar and restaurant on the premises. It shows first-run movies and offers specials and matinees.
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San Juan Creek Trail is a multi-use hiking and biking trail open year round. The 6 mile trail offers both paved and more challenging dirt paths with hills and variable terrain, and runs past the town and alongside beachfront areas.
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At Lake Elsinore, visitors can explore a 3,000 acre lake by jet ski, boat, and kayak. The lake has several public beaches with picnic areas, as well as several trails that circle it.
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At the ARCO Olympic Training Center, guests will be able to view the site where future Olympic athletes train for the archery, rowing, soccer, softball, and cycling competitions. The location features a visitor center and offers guided tours on Saturday mornings.
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Dana Point Harbor, 34551 Puerto Place, Dana Point, CA 92629
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Located along the Dana Point Harbor, the Baby Beach of Dana Point is a waveless beach designated for swimming. Visitors also commonly enjoy using paddle boards, kayaks, or having picnics at the beach.