Free & Cheap Things to Do in Marina, CA

  • The list below includes 199 free or cheap things to do in or near Marina, California, including 85 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Beaches, Dog Park and Horseback Riding.
  • From Marina State Beach to Marina Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Marina and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Carmel, Monterey, Santa Cruz and Pacific Grove.
  • The list below includes 199 free or cheap things to do in or near Marina, California, including 85 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Beaches, Dog Park and Horseback Riding.
  • From Marina State Beach to Marina Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Marina and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Carmel, Monterey, Santa Cruz and Pacific Grove.
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8.0 Miles
82% 141 votes
National & State Parks Monterey, CA MoreLess Info
Even though Andrew Molera State Park is a relatively undeveloped area of Big Sur, it is still quite popular. Both hiking and beach combing are common activities at the park.
8.0 Miles
79% 71 votes
Art Museum 559 Pacific St. and Jefferson and Madison streets, Monterey, CA MoreLess Info
Located in the heart of Old Monterey, the Monterey Museum of Art, includes eight galleries featuring American and early California paintings, photography, and contemporary art. With an impressive permanent collection, the museum also features world-renowned traveling exhibits and presentations.
8.0 Miles
95% 1633 votes
Walking Trails Monterey, CA MoreLess Info
Along with breathtaking views, the Waterfront provides a great place to take nature walks or enjoy watching sea creatures such as seals and whales. With access to the beach, you can also get you feet wet or catch a bite at an oceanfront restaurant.
8.0 Miles
84% 334 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Ridge Road, one block west of the intersection of Lighthouse Avenue and 17 Mile Drive, Pacific Grove, CA 93950 MoreLess Info
Thousands of monarch butterflies make their home in the natural landscape of the Monarch Grove Sanctuary. Educated volunteers are always present to provide information and answer questions in regard to these butterflies.
8.0 Miles
25% 4 votes
Tennis 515 Junipero Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950 MoreLess Info
There is a professional tennis instructor onsite at the Morris Dill Tennis Courts. Guests can come for instruction in order to improve, or just come with friends and family to have fun.
8.1 Miles
- 0 votes
Lighthouses Monterey, CA MoreLess Info
Point Montera has some beautiful views of the ocean, and a nice lighthouse. A good place for a picnic or an afternoon walk.
8.1 Miles
The National Steinbeck Center celebrates the life and works of author John Steinbeck. Visitors will discover artifacts from his life and pieces of his history that shaped the stories he told including, The Grapes of Wrath and East of Eden.
8.1 Miles
95% 21 votes
Farms & Ranches Hwy 68 off the Spreckels Road Exit, P.O. Box 247, Salinas, CA 93902 MoreLess Info
The Farm, located in Salinas, is a working farm that also operates as an agricultural center, educational demonstration farm and produce stand. The farm allows adults and kids to pick their own produce, visit with the animals and tour the grounds.
8.1 Miles
33% 21 votes
Movie Theaters 350 Northrdge Shppng Ctr, Salinas, CA 93906 MoreLess Info
Offering first-run feature films, Century 14 Northridge Mall Cinemas utilizes digital projection, high frame rate video and RealD 3D. The theater provides a snack bar with food and drinks, arcade game machines and all stadium seating.
8.1 Miles
94% 16 votes
Bowling 1081 S Main Street, Salinas, CA 93901 MoreLess Info
A 30-lane bowling center, Valley Center Bowl offers open and league bowling with overhead monitors featuring 3D graphics. The center provides a grill with food and drinks, television screens, party hosting and a bar with adult beverages.
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