Free & Cheap Things to Do in Montecito, CA

  • The list below includes 75 free or cheap things to do in or near Montecito, California, including 58 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Art Gallery, Parks and Hiking Trails.
  • From Butterfly Beach to Miramar Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Montecito and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Santa Barbara, Goleta, Ventura and Ojai.
  • The list below includes 75 free or cheap things to do in or near Montecito, California, including 58 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Art Gallery, Parks and Hiking Trails.
  • From Butterfly Beach to Miramar Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Montecito and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Santa Barbara, Goleta, Ventura and Ojai.
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30.1 Miles
78% 106 votes
Fishing 4151 South Victoria Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93035 MoreLess Info
The sportfishing community has been served by the Channel Islands Sportfishing Center for over 45 years. The business provides quick and easy access to popular fishing grounds along with live bait, free parking, and fully stocked tackle shop.
30.3 Miles
81% 31 votes
Farms & Ranches 1054 Alisal Road, Solvang, CA 93463 MoreLess Info
Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort is a 10,000-acre ranch where guests can enjoy a pool, spa, 100 acre lake, 50 miles of riding trails, two golf courses and tennis courts. Their restaurant offers fine dining with Western flair.
30.4 Miles
100% 21 votes
Playgrounds Alamo Pintado Drive, Solvang, CA 93463 MoreLess Info
A local park designed for families and kids, Sunny Fields Playground features a variety of equipment, including play structures, swings, and slides. The park also has a water mister and picnic areas with barbecue grills.
30.5 Miles
90% 20 votes
Shopping Districts 1200 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang, CA 93463 MoreLess Info
A family friendly farm, Apple Lane Farm in Solvang provides everything you need to spend a couple of hours picking your own apples in the fall for a very reasonable price.
30.5 Miles
95% 59 votes
Family Fun Center Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang, CA 93463 MoreLess Info
Kids and their parents love the Sunny Fields Park in Solvang, California. It features a separate toddler area, play structures inspired by Viking history and plenty of space for running around.
30.6 Miles
63% 27 votes
Art Museum 424 South C Street, Oxnard, CA 93030 MoreLess Info
A popular destination for school field trips, Carnegie Art Museum features the works of California artists along with pieces that celebrate the beauty of the region. The museum also hosts special cultural events such as poetry and book club meetings.
30.6 Miles
71% 38 votes
Movie Theaters 255 W 5th Street, Oxnard, CA 93030 MoreLess Info
Featuring full stadium seating, Plaza Cinemas is a movie theater that shows the latest released movies to its guests. Amenities at the theater include matinee specials, 3-D movies, and MediaMation 4D Motion EFX theaters.
30.7 Miles
83% 347 votes
Religious Buildings 1760 Mission Drive, Solvang, CA 93464 MoreLess Info
Established and maintained by the Roman Catholic Church, the Old Mission Santa Ines is located in Solvang, California. It is over 200 years old. The Mission is an active Catholic parish and is a center of Franciscan monasticism.
30.7 Miles
80% 94 votes
Farms & Ranches 1555 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang, CA 93463 MoreLess Info
Solvang's Quicksilver Ranch is a family-owned miniature horse breeding ranch. Quicksilver sells and breeds miniature horses and welcomes visitors, but does not offer organized tours. The ranch is open Monday through Saturday throughout the year.
30.8 Miles
76% 112 votes
Cultural Centers 715 South A Street, Oxnard, CA 93030 MoreLess Info
Oxnard, California is home to the Heritage Square Museum. This historical interpretive center features costumed interpreters and Victorian-inspired architecture. The museum is dedicated to the first hundred years of Californian statehood.
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