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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22.4 Miles
74% 27 votes
Horse Races 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
At Del Mar Surfside Race Place, visitors can watch horse racing and place bets for their favorite horse. Visitors can attend the sports lounge or watch the races on the thousand TVs scattered throughout the facility.
22.4 Miles
96% 45 votes
Sports Teams (Amateur) Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a modern day roller derby league with the San Diego Derby Dolls. The roller derby also offers open skating and training, and features an on site shop.
22.4 Miles
91% 43 votes
Mini Golf 15555 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
Pelly's Mini Golf is a miniature golf course with oceanic and surfing themes. It contains two 18-hole courses with large, colorful sculptures, including a whale that shoots water from its blowhole, a ship and a large shark tank.
22.6 Miles
77% 22 votes
Mini Golf 15555 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
At Pelly's Mini Golf at Del Mar Golf Center, players can enjoy a game of putt putt golf. The location also hosts birthday parties, team-building and corporate events, and both Boy and Girl Scout programs.
22.7 Miles
90% 364 votes
Horse Races just west of I-5 at the Via de la Valle exit, Del Mar, CA MoreLess Info
The Del Mar Race Track is a racing track that features an infield pacific pavilion for groups of 20-2,000, skyrooms, celebrity suites, and a seaside tropical cabana. The track offers season passes and clubhouse seating.
22.9 Miles
90% 346 votes
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Dog Beach

Dog Park 3006 Sandy Lane, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
As the name suggests, Dog Beach, also known as North Beach, is a canine-friendly site that offers dog lovers the chance to walk their pets along the ocean. Dogs can be released from their leashes from after Labor Day.
22.9 Miles
44% 43 votes
Haunted Tours 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
The Scream zone is a haunted attraction that is made up of the house of horror, the chamber, the haunted hayride, and zombie paintball. The facility offers free admission to adults.
23.1 Miles
96% 594 votes
Hiking Trails 14644 Lake Poway Rd, Poway, CA 92074 MoreLess Info
Nearly 8 miles in length, the Mount Woodson Trail offers views of Lake Poway, waterfalls and wildlife with access to Potato Chip Rock which provides a top-down view. The trail can be used for hiking and dog walking.
23.1 Miles
82% 39 votes
Walking Trails 14644 Lake Poway Road, Poway, CA 92064 MoreLess Info
Originally founded as a recreational site in 1972, Lake Poway Park focuses mostly on water-based activities in the lake like boating and fishing. The surrounding mountain areas in the park also feature hiking trails, picnic tables, and an archery range.
23.3 Miles
94% 16 votes
Parks 1628 Lomas Santa Fe Drive, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
Multi-use San Dieguito County Park features playgrounds, picnic areas and pavilions and is available for weddings and special events. The park is also home to Miracle Field, a baseball field that accommodates children and adults with special needs
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