Free & Cheap Things to Do in Imperial Beach, CA

  • The list below includes 179 free or cheap things to do in or near Imperial Beach, California, including 86 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Skate Parks, Bike Paths and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From Bayshore Bikeway to Imperial Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Imperial Beach and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Santee.
  • The list below includes 179 free or cheap things to do in or near Imperial Beach, California, including 86 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Skate Parks, Bike Paths and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From Bayshore Bikeway to Imperial Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Imperial Beach and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Santee.
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33.6 Miles
85% 68 votes
Movie Theaters 471 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024 MoreLess Info
La Paloma Theatre is both a cinema and a venue for live music that opened in 1928. The theatre airs classic, independent, foreign and art films and also has featured notable artists like Jerry Garcia, Ralph Stanley, and Nickle Creek.
33.7 Miles
93% 514 votes
Botanical Gardens 230 Quail Gardens Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024 MoreLess Info
Visitors who are interested in viewing native plants, low water plants, and endangered plants may enjoy what the San Diego Botanic Gardens has to offer. The location also offers tours and hosts birthday parties for younger visitors.
33.8 Miles
95% 429 votes
Beaches Encinitas, CA 92024 MoreLess Info
At the Moonlight State Beach, guests will have the opportunity to go swimming, surfing, and fishing. The site's facilities include volleyball and tennis courts and a snack bar for guests that may be seeking refreshments.
33.8 Miles
90% 177 votes
Beaches 400 B St, Bottom of Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA 92024 MoreLess Info
Encinitas's Moonlight State Beach is a sandy beach with a variety of amenities, including fishing swimming, and surfing. The beach also has a snack bar, volleyball courts, and tennis courts.
34.1 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.
34.1 Miles
100% 30 votes
Hiking Trails Lake Poway Park, 14644 Lake Poway Road, Poway, CA 92064 MoreLess Info
Situated at the top of Mount Woodson, Potato Chip Rock is a thin rock formation in the shape of a potato chip. Hikers often use this rock as a place to relax after the challenging hike up the mountain.
34.3 Miles
96% 51 votes
Parks Kit Carson Park, 3333 Bear Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025 MoreLess Info
Queen Califia's Magical Circle Garden is the only American sculpture garden. The garden consists of nine large-scale sculptures, a circular 'snake wall' and maze entryway, sculpturally integrated bench seating and native shrubs and trees.
34.3 Miles
81% 37 votes
Parks 3333 Bear Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92033 MoreLess Info
With 100 acres developed for use, Kit Carson Park is home to walking trails, gardens, ponds, playground areas, multiple sports fields, and a sports complex with a skate park, roller hockey arenas, soccer areas, and a disc golf course
34.3 Miles
56% 16 votes
Beaches 350 South El Portal, Encinitas, CA 92024 MoreLess Info
Accessible to the public via the long, narrow flight of stone steps that give it its name, Stone Steps Beach is a secluded and tranquil destination. The beach is a good spot for surfing, as for walking and jogging.
34.7 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.
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