- 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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McGrath State Park is a beachside state park and campground. The beach runs for two miles and is suitable for fishing and surfing. Swimming is allowed but swimmers are cautioned to be vigilant of strong riptides.
25.9 Miles
The only remaining Monterey-style adobe home from the Rancho era, Olivas Adobe is a California Historic Landmark with a house and courtyard guests may tour. The location may be reserved for weddings, fiestas, and receptions.
26.0 Miles
Showing older movies, Regency Theatres offers tickets at $3 each. Every Wednesday night the theater offers a date night special that includes two hot dogs and drinks. They also have special screenings of cult classics like Rocky Horror Picture Show.
26.1 Miles
A children's entertainment center, The Clubhouse Fun Zone features a jungle gym, an inflatable play structure and a number of toys for younger children. It also provides a lounge area for parents, Wi-Fi Internet access, computers and a cafe.
26.5 Miles
Rose Valley Falls Trail is an easy 2-mile round trip hike along a dirt path which is lined with beautiful, shady trees. There are many things to observe and explore such as caves, waterfalls and even a small pond.
26.8 Miles
Buena Lanes is a bowling alley that offers open bowling and hosts a variety of bowling leagues and clubs. The facility also offers an array of party packages, and features a snack bar.
26.9 Miles
Golf N' Stuff is a local entertainment center which houses a miniature golf course, bumper cars, bumper boats, lazer tag and more, coupled with beautiful landscaping and water features, making it a popular local venue for family entertainment.
27.1 Miles
Bodee's Rancho Grande is a 200 acre working cattle and horse ranch that originated in the 1800s. Horseback riding, lodging, and farm-related kid activities are the primary attractions at the site.
27.1 Miles
Ojai, California is home to Meditation Mount, a humanitarian attraction that promotes peace, tolerance and understanding among all people. Classes and retreats are available throughout the year. Meditation Mount is also heavily involved in community outreach.
27.8 Miles
Cachuma Lake Recreation Area is set amidst acres of wilderness flanked by the picturesque Santa Ynez and San Rafael Mountains. Guests will celebrated fishing conditions that make camping at the Area during winter months rewarding.