Free & Cheap Things to Do in El Cajon, CA

  • The list below includes 233 free or cheap things to do in or near El Cajon, California, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Go Karts.
  • From The Water Conservation Garden to Wells Park Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in El Cajon and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Poway.
  • The list below includes 233 free or cheap things to do in or near El Cajon, California, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Go Karts.
  • From The Water Conservation Garden to Wells Park Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in El Cajon and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Poway.
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13.5 Miles
89% 18 votes
Laser Tag 510 Broadway, Chula Vista, CA MoreLess Info
Atlantis Laser Tag is a laser tag facility offering 20 different types of laser tag games. Attractions include a large underwater themed laser tag arena, a laser maze, and an in-house pizzeria.
13.7 Miles
85% 231 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 1000 Gunpowder Point Drive, Chula Vista, CA MoreLess Info
Visitors of the Living Coast Discovery Center will be able to view a variety of animals, including reptiles, raptors, turtles, and sharks. The location also hosts day camps and overnight guest adventures.
13.7 Miles
92% 696 votes
Historic Sites 2510 Juan Street, San Diego, CA MoreLess Info
The Mormon Battalion Historic Site is significant in both U.S. and Mormon history. Discover why the group of men and women joined the Army and marched from Iowa to San Diego.
13.8 Miles
94% 36 votes
Parks Coronado, CA 92118 MoreLess Info
Overlooking San Diego Bay, Centennial Park offers trails for walking, biking, and jogging along with benches for sitting and enjoying the scenery. The park is also a very popular spot for photography and wedding events.
13.8 Miles
92% 2807 votes
Bus Tours 4010 Twiggs Street, San Diego, CA 92101 MoreLess Info
Offering over 100 points of interest, Old Town Trolley Tours of San Diego offers access to shopping, dining, parks and historic areas. The tour includes a trolley ride from Old Town Historic Park to the Gaslamp Quarter to Balboa Park.
13.8 Miles
84% 62 votes
Kayaking 1201 1st St, Ste 215, Coronado, CA 92118 MoreLess Info
Bike & Kayak Tours, Inc. serve their area by offering biking, kayaking and snorkeling tours that can last anywhere from 1 to 7 hours, and some tours offer a combination of these activities. They also rent equipment like paddleboards.
13.8 Miles
75% 4 votes
Parks 14795 Silverset Street, Poway, CA 92064 MoreLess Info
Silverset Neighborhood Park is a public park tucked into a residential neighborhood that offers a playground and softball field for local resident use. The park also has a popular running and walking track that circuits one section of the area.
13.9 Miles
84% 2768 votes
National & State Parks San Diego Avenue at Twiggs Street, San Diego, CA MoreLess Info
Commemorating the history of San Diego, Old Town San Diego Historic Park features a mix of preserved historic buildings and a variety of small museums. It also features restaurants and souvenir shops.
13.9 Miles
83% 18 votes
Skate Parks 2000 Mullinix Drive, Coronado, CA 92118 MoreLess Info
Located nearby the Coronado Bay Bridge, Tidelands Park provides views of the bay and the bridge as well as athletic fields and a skate park. It offers a small beach, picnic areas, a playground and open fields for recreational activities.
14.1 Miles
83% 12 votes
Parks 17953 Dos Picos Park Road, Ramona, CA 92065 MoreLess Info
Located on a 78-acre plot of land, the Dos Picos Co Park is a public park that offers a number of scenic mountain views to its visitors. Other amenities include a picnic area, a playground, and a nearby pond.
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