Free & Cheap Things to Do in Monterey, CA

  • 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.
  • 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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46.2 Miles
92% 122 votes
Walking Trails San Jose, CA MoreLess Info
Los Gatos Creek Trail runs through the South Bay in San Jose. Different lengths of trails, as well as a variety of flat and hilly terrain, make it a versatile track suited to all levels of fitness.
46.2 Miles
79% 19 votes
Parks 20764 4th Street, Saratoga, CA 95070 MoreLess Info
Situated on four acres, Wildwood Park features wooded areas along with a sand volleyball court, horseshoe pits and picnic areas with grills. The park also has a children's playground, a water play area and restroom facilities.
46.2 Miles
100% 19 votes
Parks 1499 Abbott Ave, at Pollard Road, Campbell, CA 95009 MoreLess Info
Jack Fischer Park contains a variety of children's play equipment, including an interactive water feature, a 'bee hive' hill with walking path and large open play fields. The park also offers a small number of picnic tables.
46.3 Miles
78% 108 votes
Dog Park 1250 Dell Avenue, Campbell, CA 95009 MoreLess Info
The Los Gatos Creek County Dog Park is a sizable dog-park that has areas for dogs both large and small. The park features regularly maintained artificial-turf and a number of hydration areas for the dogs.
46.4 Miles
100% 9 votes
Hiking Trails Saratoga, CA MoreLess Info
Skyline to the Sea Trail is a hiking trail that allows hikers to follow its path from the mountain tops to the ocean shores. Hikers will experience views of waterfalls, redwood groves and other various flora throughout.
46.4 Miles
84% 217 votes
Walking Trails 1250 Dell Avenue, Campbell, CA 95008 MoreLess Info
The Los Gatos Creek Trail is a hiking trail that also offers equipment on the sides of the trail for exercising. The trail goes around the Vasona Lake and runs along a nearby creek.
46.6 Miles
91% 11 votes
Horseback Riding 14525 Deer Park Ct, Los Gatos, CA 95032 MoreLess Info
An equestrian facility, TGIF Farms offers lessons in various styles of riding, as well as horse training in jumpers, hunters, and equitation. The farm also boards horses and offers a variety of horse-related services.
47.0 Miles
76% 101 votes
Movie Theaters 2501 S Winchester Blvd, Campbell, CA 95008 MoreLess Info
CineLux Plaza Theatre is a movie theater that also offers snacks and beverages. The theater features a weekly newsletter and also has auditoriums available for birthday parties, events, or meetings.
47.1 Miles
84% 504 votes
Movie Theaters 3630 Hillcap Avenue, San Jose, CA 95136 MoreLess Info
A retro styled drive-in movie venue, the West Wind Capitol 6 Drive-In shows Hollywood new releases with all digital projection. The theater hosts promotions like family fun nights, and features a snack bar.
47.2 Miles
83% 12 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 16 miles south of Half Moon Bay on Highway 1, Half Moon Bay, CA MoreLess Info
At the Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve, visitors can go hiking, surfing, swimming, boating, geocaching and fishing. The location also contains picnic areas, interpretive exhibits, and restrooms for visitors to use.
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