- The list below includes 144 free or cheap things to do in or near Monterey, California, including 77 different types of inexpensive activities like Walking Trails, Piers & Boardwalks, Art Museum and History Museums.
- From Waterfront to Monterey Bay, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Monterey and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Carmel, Pacific Grove, Salinas and Seaside.
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Besides exhibiting memorabilia about the famous writer, Henry Miller Memorial Library offers its visitors a complete collection of local writers' work. Film festivals are also held in here.
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Divided in 2, a beach side and a mountainous side, Limekiln State in Big Sur, California is a camping and hiking area. Either you decide to book a campsite by the beach or on the mountain side, all of the 29 sites have fire rings and camping tables.
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While it is hard to find, Pfeiffer Big State Beach offers a picturesque view of sand dunes and rocky shores. Dolphins, sea lions and whales can be spotted from here.
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When visiting The Esalen Institute you can participate in a variety of activities and workshops designed to help deepen your spirituality. There are also extensive grounds for you to explore.
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The elevated Bixby Bridge in Big Sur, California is a pleasure to travel. Whales are often visible from the travel lanes, and on clear days drivers crossing Bixby Bridge can see for miles.
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Open daily, Morgan Hill Dog Park allows owners to unleash their pets into separate areas for large and small dogs. The grassy park has benches and shade trees for owners' comfort.
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171 W Edmundson Avenue, Morgan Hill, CA 95037
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A 54,000 sq ft facility, Centennial Recreation Center has several features including a fitness center, gymnasium, group exercise studio and indoor pool. They also have specialized rooms for seniors, teens and small kids.
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750 Tennant Sta, Morgan Hill, CA 95037
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Moviegoers can enjoy amenities like curved screens, motion-enhanced seating and digital 3D at Tennant Station Stadium Cinema. The complex also offers online ticketing, matinees and is available for parties and rentals.
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Housed inside a beautiful 1911 Craftsman style once belonging to famed organist John Acton, the Morgan Hill Museum is now a popular attraction for visitors to the Morgan Hill area. The museum holds archives, artifacts, maps and clippings from the towns past.
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Nordstrom Park
Dunne & Murphy Ave, & Murphy Avenue, Morgan Hill, CA 95037
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Located within a peaceful residential area, Nordstrom Park is a public park that offers a number of amenities for visitors to enjoy. These include a fenced-in play area, numerous picnic tables, and a quarter-mile walking trail around the park.