Free & Cheap Things to Do in Carmel, CA

  • The list below includes 139 free or cheap things to do in or near Carmel, California, including 75 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Beaches, Scenic Drives and Bars.
  • From Carmel City Beach / Carmel River Beach to Carmel Beach City Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carmel and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Monterey, Pacific Grove, Salinas and Big Sur.
  • The list below includes 139 free or cheap things to do in or near Carmel, California, including 75 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Beaches, Scenic Drives and Bars.
  • From Carmel City Beach / Carmel River Beach to Carmel Beach City Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carmel and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Monterey, Pacific Grove, Salinas and Big Sur.
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36.5 Miles
17% 35 votes
Movie Theaters 6851 Monterey Road, Gilroy, CA 95020 MoreLess Info
Platinum Theatres is a movie theater that offers discounted tickets for movie showings before 12pm. The theatre features Stadium Seating, Digital Presentation, 3D movie showings, and is available for birthday parties.
36.8 Miles
94% 47 votes
Archery 7350 Monterey Street, Gilroy, CA 95020 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy archery lessons at Predator's Archery, a full service archery pro shop. The shop hosts tournaments and special events and offers a wide selection of equipment and supplies.
36.9 Miles
100% 2 votes
Music Venue 500 John Smith Road, Hollister, CA 95023 MoreLess Info
Guerra Cellars presents Hollister Concerts is an outdoor concert series that permits carry-in food and has alcoholic beverages available for purchase. The series is held at an outdoor amphitheater that sits on a vineyard.
36.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Dog Park 2100 San Felipe Road, Hollister, CA 95023 MoreLess Info
The Hollister Airport Bark Park is a recreational park for dogs that is funded by the City of Hollister. The park features both a small dog area and a large dog area as well as shade structures.
37.0 Miles
52% 65 votes
Farmers Markets 2600 San Felipe Road, Hollister, CA 95023 MoreLess Info
Swank Farms Corn Maze & Produce Market is a combination farmer's market that sells freshly picked produce and an outdoor amusement complex. The facility offers a large corn maze as well as bounce houses, games, and other amusements.
37.2 Miles
100% 4 votes
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Fort Ord

Monuments Fort Ord Project Office - Hollister Resource Area, 20 Hamilton Ct, Hollister, CA 95023 MoreLess Info
Once an army facility, Ford Ord is now a national monument at the center of a large wilderness preserve that is home to 35 rare animal and plant species. The reserve also has an extensive hiking trail network.
37.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Playgrounds 400 Mantelli Drive, Gilroy, CA 95020 MoreLess Info
Also known as Veterans Park, Gilroy’s Las Animas Park spans 23 acres. The park features jogging and hiking trails, sports fields, handball courts, a community center, and picnic areas with barbecue grills.
37.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 9525 Saddler Drive, Gilroy, CA 95020 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities in a large, multipurpose grass field at Sunrise Park. The park features an intricate climbing structure comprised of bars and nets.
37.4 Miles
14% 7 votes
Dog Park 400 Mantelli Drive, Gilroy, CA 95020 MoreLess Info
Located within Las Animas Veterans Park, Gilroy Dog Park features gravel fields for canine recreation and exercise. The park provides drinking water, picnic tables, benches, trees, a double-gated entrance and a separate small dog area.
37.4 Miles
100% 2 votes
Comedy Clubs 8191 Swanston Lane, Gilroy, CA 95020 MoreLess Info
Specializing in comedic productions, Pintello Comedy Theater offers visitors a new show to watch every month starring local actors. These shows often feature a variety of sketches melded into one performance.
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