- 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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12122 Cuyamaca College Drive West, El Cajon, CA 92019
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At the Water Conservation Garden, guests will be able to visit a butterfly pavilion, a meadow exhibit, a white garden, and an exhibit that features seven different types of turf. The location also offers self-guided visit tours, private guided tours, and special access tours.
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2951 Jamacha Road, El Cajon, CA 92019
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A movie theater featuring 15 auditoriums, Edwards Rancho San Diego Stadium 15 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater provides stadium seating as well as a snack bar with food and drinks.
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Located in a private community, Hartfield Park offers many amenities. Along with a clubhouse for social events and gatherings, the park is equipped with basketball courts, an outdoor pool, tennis courts and playground.
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Situated on 10 acres, Hilton Head County Park features a pirate-themed water play area along with basketball courts and a field suitable for baseball, soccer and football. The park provides exercise stations, a playground, picnic facilities and shaded areas.
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10463 Austin Drive, Spring Valley, CA 91978
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Showcasing the history of Japanese Americans in the region, Japanese American Historical Society provides historical information with regular exhibits to the public. The society hosts community events such as swing nights, lectures, and craft classes.
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1492 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
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One of the most exciting museums on the coast, Maritime Museum of San Diego is located on a ship. The ship is complete with living history personnel, art, ship models, sailor art, and much more.
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Temecula’s Temeku Cinemas is part of the Tristone Cinema chain of discount movie theaters. The theater shows a combination of second-run Hollywood films and classic movies, and is available for group rentals.
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Located in a wellness center, Norma's Art Gallery hosts monthly exhibits featuring the work of local artists. The gallery also hosts BYOB paint classes where visitors can receive personalized art guidance from artists featured in the gallery.
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With Historical Tours of Julian, visitors can explore various areas of the town while learning about it's Wild West history. During the tours, visitors will stop at the cemetery, gold discovery sites, and pioneer museums.
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A variety of artifacts from the early days of the Julian area are held at the Julian Pioneer Museum in several displays. There are even artifacts from when the region was dotted with Native American villages.