Free & Cheap Things to Do in Vista, CA

  • The list below includes 184 free or cheap things to do in or near Vista, California, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Horseback Riding, Bowling and Trampoline Parks.
  • From South Buena Vista Park to Brengle Terrace Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Vista and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Jolla, Poway, Oceanside and Carlsbad.
  • The list below includes 184 free or cheap things to do in or near Vista, California, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Horseback Riding, Bowling and Trampoline Parks.
  • From South Buena Vista Park to Brengle Terrace Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Vista and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Jolla, Poway, Oceanside and Carlsbad.
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46.3 Miles
82% 120 votes
Movie Theaters 4245 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA 92612 MoreLess Info
Located in UC Irvine's University Town Center plaza, Edwards University Cinema offers showings of independent films. They participate in the Regal Cinemas rewards program so guests can receive reward points for every purchase.
46.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Hiking Trails 19070-19562 Gilman Springs Road, San Jacinto, CA 92583 MoreLess Info
Known for its challenging hiking path, Massacre Canyon is a 2.7 trail that weaves through desert canyon walls. The canyon has a stream that empties into a 12 foot waterfall off the trail.
46.5 Miles
76% 239 votes
Movie Theaters 999 Newport Center Drive, Fashion Island Shopping Center, Newport Beach, CA MoreLess Info
At the Island Cinema, film lovers can enjoy first-run movies in leather stadium seating. The location, which features a digital projection picture, offers both food and alcoholic beverages that are delivered to your seats.
46.5 Miles
92% 51 votes
Parks 18712 University Drive, Irvine, CA 92612 MoreLess Info
William R. Mason Regional Park offers a wide range of recreational amenities. These include baseball fields, bicycle trails, model sail boating, playground and tot lot, family picnic area, a fitness/par course and an amphitheater.
46.8 Miles
70% 112 votes
Art Museum 850 San Clemente Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660 MoreLess Info
This location offers temporary exhibits of artwork in addition to its permanent collection of contemporary art holdings. The Orange County Museum of Art also offers visitors the chance to purchase artwork in its gift shop.
46.9 Miles
65% 82 votes
Movie Theaters 3735 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92606 MoreLess Info
Rather than big name blockbuster films, the Edwards Westpark 8 Cinema focuses more on hard to find movies. Most of the offerings tend to be small art house productions and independent films.
46.9 Miles
86% 231 votes
Piers & Boardwalks 801 E Ocean Front, Newport Beach, CA 92661 MoreLess Info
From Balboa Pier, visitors can spot seagulls, pelicans, and seals in the water below. Visitors can fish with the locals or enjoy a meal at the end of the pier at Ruby's Diner.
46.9 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 16745 Kitching Street, Moreno Valley, CA 92551 MoreLess Info
Children are the primary focus of the Bethune Park which offers an extensive children's playground. During the summer, there is also a water feature that transforms into a miniature water park for young children.
47.1 Miles
91% 890 votes
Islands Newport Beach, CA MoreLess Info
The man-made Balboa Island features a wide variety of upscale shops and restaurants. This quaint area also boasts charming scenery, including real estate, waterfront views, wildflowers and a fully-functional harbor.
47.1 Miles
40% 322 votes
Fishing 309 Palm Ave., Suite F, Newport Beach, CA MoreLess Info
Newport Landing Sportfishing offers open party, charter, day fishing, and overnight fishing trips through the Catalina Island, San Clemente Island, Laguna Beach, and Long Beach areas. The location also sells fishing goods at its tackle shop.
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