Free & Cheap Things to Do in Encinitas, CA

  • The list below includes 246 free or cheap things to do in or near Encinitas, California, including 107 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Botanical Gardens.
  • From Moonlight Beach to Swami's Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Encinitas and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Poway and Santee.
  • The list below includes 246 free or cheap things to do in or near Encinitas, California, including 107 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Botanical Gardens.
  • From Moonlight Beach to Swami's Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Encinitas and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Poway and Santee.
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Grab a board and hit the waves with surfing lessons that teach students the art of the ocean
1.6 Miles
82% 11 votes
History Museums 450 Quail Gardens Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1988, San Dieguito Heritage Museum was established to preserve the artifacts, records and stories of the San Dieguito River area. Living history programs and several special events are held on the one acre property during the year.
4.3 Miles
83% 23 votes
Parks 3450 Camino de los Coches, Carlsbad, CA MoreLess Info
Stagecoach Park has a lot of activities for families. It offers tennis courts, a playground, and a wide open space for picnics or ball games.
4.3 Miles
44% 43 votes
Haunted Tours 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
The Scream zone is a haunted attraction that is made up of the house of horror, the chamber, the haunted hayride, and zombie paintball. The facility offers free admission to adults.
4.4 Miles
90% 346 votes
Dog Park 3006 Sandy Lane, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
As the name suggests, Dog Beach, also known as North Beach, is a canine-friendly site that offers dog lovers the chance to walk their pets along the ocean. Dogs can be released from their leashes from after Labor Day.
4.4 Miles
94% 16 votes
Parks 1628 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
Multi-use San Dieguito County Park features playgrounds, picnic areas and pavilions and is available for weddings and special events. The park is also home to Miracle Field, a baseball field that accommodates children and adults with special needs
4.4 Miles
100% 5 votes
Beaches Camino del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
The 25th Street Beach is a public beach location commonly visited during the warmer days during the year. Visitors at the beach enjoy surfing, swimming, having picnics, or spending a day relaxing in the sun.
4.5 Miles
90% 364 votes
Horse Races just west of I-5 at the Via de la Valle exit, Del Mar, CA MoreLess Info
The Del Mar Race Track is a racing track that features an infield pacific pavilion for groups of 20-2,000, skyrooms, celebrity suites, and a seaside tropical cabana. The track offers season passes and clubhouse seating.
4.6 Miles
77% 22 votes
Mini Golf 15555 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
At Pelly's Mini Golf at Del Mar Golf Center, players can enjoy a game of putt putt golf. The location also hosts birthday parties, team-building and corporate events, and both Boy and Girl Scout programs.
4.8 Miles
57% 426 votes
Movie Theaters 6941 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, CA 92009 MoreLess Info
Featuring a number of luxury amenities, the Cinepolis Luxury Cinemas is a movie theater that provides a comfortable and memorable movie viewing experience. The theater offers leather reclining seats, full-service in-theater dining, and a full bar menu.
4.8 Miles
74% 27 votes
Horse Races 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
At Del Mar Surfside Race Place, visitors can watch horse racing and place bets for their favorite horse. Visitors can attend the sports lounge or watch the races on the thousand TVs scattered throughout the facility.
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