Free & Cheap Things to Do in National City, CA

  • The list below includes 213 free or cheap things to do in or near National City, California, including 86 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Children's Entertainment and Movie Theaters.
  • From Pepper Park to LM Pepper Park Boat Launch Ramp, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in National City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Santee.
  • The list below includes 213 free or cheap things to do in or near National City, California, including 86 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Children's Entertainment and Movie Theaters.
  • From Pepper Park to LM Pepper Park Boat Launch Ramp, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in National City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Santee.
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8.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Art Gallery 2424 Doubletree Road, Spring Valley, CA 91978 MoreLess Info
Located in a wellness center, Norma's Art Gallery hosts monthly exhibits featuring the work of local artists. The gallery also hosts BYOB paint classes where visitors can receive personalized art guidance from artists featured in the gallery.
9.1 Miles
91% 68 votes
Parks 4901 Mt Helix Dr, La Mesa, CA 91943 MoreLess Info
Upon reaching the top of Mount Helix Park, visitors will be able to overlook the city as well as the ocean. The park is a popular spot for weddings, driving tours, hiking and yoga.
9.1 Miles
96% 46 votes
Parks Mt Helix Drive, La Mesa, CA 91943 MoreLess Info
Recognized as one of San Diego's premier landmark parks for it's city views is Mt. Helix Park. The park offers star gazing events, picnic areas, walking trails and is dog friendly.
9.1 Miles
43% 7 votes
Parks 9001 Wakarusa Street, La Mesa, CA 91941 MoreLess Info
Briercrest Park is a 3 acre park that offers a range of recreational activities. They have tables, benches, children's swings, a large sandbox, climbing structures, musical instruments and an herb garden.
9.3 Miles
- 0 votes
Skate Parks 8855 Dallas Street, La Mesa, CA 91942 MoreLess Info
The La Mesita Dallas Park Skate Park is a park popular among local skateboarders and other skaters. The park features a large flat area, a quarter pipe, numerous ledges, and a pyramid corner hip.
9.5 Miles
87% 529 votes
Hiking Trails Golfcrest Dr & Navajo Road, San Diego, CA 92119 MoreLess Info
Located within the bounds of Mission Trails Regional Park, Cowles Mountain is a popular hiking destination. It features a three mile out and back hiking trail of moderate difficulty level.
9.5 Miles
40% 15 votes
Soccer Field 9586 Murray Drive, La Mesa, CA 91942 MoreLess Info
La Mesa Indoor Soccer is a regulation sized indoor soccer arena that hosts a variety of leagues for both youth and adult players. The facility provides officials and scheduling, and offers refreshments.
9.5 Miles
57% 7 votes
Parks 8855 Dallas Street, La Mesa, CA 91942 MoreLess Info
Home to the Junior Seau Sports Complex, La Mesita Park features baseball, football and soccer fields along with tennis courts. The park also offers picnic areas, a children's playground, a skate park and paved walking paths.
9.5 Miles
71% 14 votes
Horseback Riding 12310 Campo Road, Spring Valley, CA 91978 MoreLess Info
Offering equestrian services, Bright Valley Farms provides visitors with riding lessons in both the traditional English and Western styles of horseback riding. The farm offers birthday party packages that include a group horseback ride.
9.6 Miles
40% 30 votes
Dog Park 9550 Milden Street, La Mesa, CA 91944 MoreLess Info
Located within Harry Griffen Park, Canine Corners Dog Park is a fenced canine recreation facility with three separate dirt fields for dogs of different sizes. The park offers dog waste bags, drinking water, picnic tables, benches and trees.
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