- The list below includes 216 free or cheap things to do in or near Aptos, California, including 100 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, History Museums, Parks and Bike Paths.
 - From Forest of Nisene Marks State Park to Manresa State Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Aptos and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Santa Cruz, Pacific Grove, San Jose and Cupertino.
 
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                At the corner of Seventh Avenue and San Carlos Street, Carmel, CA 
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            A block from Ocean Avenue, the Nancy Dodds gallery hosts the works of many of Northern California's plein air artists. An interesting stop among the shops and galleries of the area.        
    
    
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            Hosting paintball games for novice to professional players, TAG Paintball offers courses with obstacles to conquer and places to hide, like walls, barrels, and large tires. Visitors can bring their own equipment or rent it from the company.        
    
    
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            Located within a quiet residential setting, Sylvan Park is a park often visited when the weather is nice. The park includes a large playground structure, walking trail, picnic tables, and tennis courts.        
    
    
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            Opened in 2010, ARC Airsoft is an airsoft park featuring a number of facilities and amenities for its players to enjoy. Tactical training, public game sessions, and field rentals are among the amenities available.        
    
    
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                Prospect & Park Sts, Hollister, CA 95023
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            Rancho San Justo Sports Complex is approximately 13 acres and features soccer, football and softball fields, basketball courts and a quarter-mile track. Their other amenities include a batting cage and bullpen.        
    
    
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            Scenic Road Walkway is a collection of paths along the coast. Good repeat value, as you can take a different route each time.        
    
    
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            Blue Oak Rance Reserve is a creative, modern ranch. Learn about wildlife trapping using digital cameras, and more.        
    
    
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                San Carlos Street and Ninth Avenue, Carmel, CA 
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            The Sunset Cultural Center is considered to be the premier arts facility for the Monterey Peninsula. Musical concerts are frequently held as are ballet performances, theatrical plays, and musical theater shows.        
    
    
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            Situated on five acres, Rosita Park features baseball and soccer fields along with tennis courts. The park also offers a walking track, picnic areas, a children's playground, restroom facilities and chess boards.        
    
    
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            Borromeo del Rio Carmelo Mission is a 20-minute walk from downtown Carmel. Its beautiful old buildings and well-kept gardens are an interesting part of this town's history.