Free & Cheap Things to Do in Escondido, CA

  • The list below includes 235 free or cheap things to do in or near Escondido, California, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Breweries, Hiking Trails and Movie Theaters.
  • From Queen Califia's Magical Circle Garden to Palomar Mountain State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Escondido and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Poway and Santee.
  • The list below includes 235 free or cheap things to do in or near Escondido, California, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Breweries, Hiking Trails and Movie Theaters.
  • From Queen Califia's Magical Circle Garden to Palomar Mountain State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Escondido and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Poway and Santee.
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17.8 Miles
82% 66 votes
Art Museum 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA 92054 MoreLess Info
Celebrating both art and culture, Oceanside Art Museum features the works of regional artists in the modern and contemporary genre. Special events such as concerts and fundraisers are also held at this venue.
17.8 Miles
37% 73 votes
Movie Theaters 401 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA 92054 MoreLess Info
A 16-screen movie theater, Regal Oceanside Stadium 16 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, a party room, mobile ticketing and a lobby cafe with food and drinks.
17.9 Miles
89% 304 votes
History Museums 312 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA MoreLess Info
The surf is up at the California Surf Museum in Oceanside! This museum is dedicated to the important role surfing plays in the state's history and culture. Free for kids 11 and under, $5 for adults, or $3 for students, seniors or military (ID required).
17.9 Miles
83% 18 votes
Beaches 107 3rd Street, Oceanside, CA 92054 MoreLess Info
A lively beach located near restaurants and shops, Oceanside Beach features soft, clean white sand and clear water. The beach also has a pier, public restrooms and showers, and a lifeguard tower.
18.0 Miles
92% 88 votes
Botanical Gardens 2940 Reche Road, Fallbrook, CA 92028 MoreLess Info
With an assortment of antiques and sculptures shown on the property, Myrtle Creek Botanical Gardens & Nursery features 10,000 plant species available for purchase. The nursery also has a cafe that incorporates locally grown produce into its dishes.
18.2 Miles
100% 11 votes
Parks 2746 Reche Road, Fallbrook, CA 92028 MoreLess Info
An oak tree forest once inhabited by Native Americans, Live Oak Park is situated on 27 acres and features facilities for basketball, soccer, volleyball and softball. The park provides playgrounds, restrooms, picnic areas and an amphitheater.
18.2 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks 2551 Olive Hill Road, Fallbrook, CA 92028 MoreLess Info
Operated and maintained by the Fallbrook Sports Association, the Ingold Sports Park is a sports complex featuring a number of athletic fields available for play and rental. Popular sports include softball, soccer, rugby, and lacrosse.
18.4 Miles
94% 1076 votes
Airfields 2800 Torrey Pines Scenic Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 MoreLess Info
Torrey Pines Glideport is a haven of paragliders. Go to paraglide yourself or to watch the adventure in action.
18.4 Miles
80% 10 votes
Parks 9310 Fanita Parkway, Santee, CA 92071 MoreLess Info
Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve is a 190 acre park and campground with seven lakes located within. Dogs are not allowed but visitors can enjoy other activities like camping, fishing, picnics, bird watching, boating and biking.
18.5 Miles
94% 118 votes
Beaches Harbor Drive, Oceanside, CA MoreLess Info
Harbor Beach is a spacious beach in Oceanside. Surf and swim areas are clearly demarcated.
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