- The list below includes 47 free or cheap things to do in or near Santa Maria, California, including 57 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Playgrounds.
- From Foxen Canyon Wine Trail to Waller Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Santa Maria and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pismo Beach, Lompoc, San Luis Obispo and Los Olivos.
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Equipped with rental paintball guns and masks, groups vie for supremacy over outdoor fields
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For those looking for a stretch of land that features multiple quality wineries, the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail is a must see. The trail features a mix of full-bodied varietals on the south end and winds its way into the warmer, inland areas where Syrah's and Grenaches are found.
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Waller Park is a 153 acre park featuring two lakes (with decorative fountains) and a full size disc golf course. The park also offers hiking and biking trails, picnic areas, a volleyball court, and a playground.
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Featuring a circular path, Rotary Centennial Park has amenities extended from it, such as exercising stations and a playground. The playground is two stories with a bridge, slides, and other climbing structures.
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Spanning a total of four acres, Oakley Park is a public neighborhood park offering a number of facilities available for use. A baseball diamond, playground structure, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are among the amenities at the park.
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Maramonte Park is a neighborhood park that features a ball field, tennis courts, horseshoe pits as well as a multipurpose rec room area. The park also has a playground and a nearby picnic area with barbecue grills.
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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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705 S McClelland, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Open to children and their grabby fingers, Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum stands out by allowing visitors to get handy with 13,000ft of exhibits. The aptly named museum encourages discovery through a tactile experience to inspire creativity and imagination.
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The Hi-Way Drive In Theatre is a unique movie viewing experience where the films are watched from the visitor's car. The theater strives to provide affordable and memorable (and nostalgic) movie experiences.
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1660 North McClelland Street, Santa Maria, CA
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Committed to bringing live theater and the arts to the community, Santa Maria Civic Theater provides exposure for local and aspiring actors. The theater also features educational classes and workshops for youth interested in the dramatic arts.
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A 32-lane bowling alley, a family-friendly restaurant and a night-time bar and lounge make up Rancho Bowl. The restaurant is known for its Santa Maria Style BBQ sandwich, and there's a banquet room available for private events.