Free & Cheap Things to Do in Paso Robles, CA

  • The list below includes 67 free or cheap things to do in or near Paso Robles, California, including 49 different types of inexpensive activities like Children's Museums, Art Gallery, Parks and Beaches.
  • From Halter Ranch Vineyard to Dale Evers Studios, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Paso Robles and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Luis Obispo, Morro Bay, Atascadero and Cambria.
  • The list below includes 67 free or cheap things to do in or near Paso Robles, California, including 49 different types of inexpensive activities like Children's Museums, Art Gallery, Parks and Beaches.
  • From Halter Ranch Vineyard to Dale Evers Studios, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Paso Robles and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Luis Obispo, Morro Bay, Atascadero and Cambria.
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25.4 Miles
96% 210 votes
Movie Theaters 255 Elks Lane, San Luis Obispo, CA MoreLess Info
Drive-in theaters like this are sadly becoming a thing of the past. Sunset Drive-In still offers good prices and a classic drive-in screen.
26.2 Miles
92% 25 votes
Specialty Museums W.R. Hearst Memorial Beach, San Simeon, CA 93452 MoreLess Info
Celebrating the connection between sea and land, the Coastal Discovery Center at San Simeon Bay covers both wildlife and history of the area. Exhibits include the history of San Simeon Bay, an ocean exploration delta sub, and wildlife who have found a home in the sanctuary.
26.4 Miles
100% 5 votes
Hiking Trails San Luis Obispo, CA MoreLess Info
Islay Creek Trail is good for running or hiking. It is fairly flat, and it takes you along a canyon and a stream.
27.2 Miles
97% 39 votes
Hiking Trails San Luis Obispo, CA MoreLess Info
Valencia Peak is one of the most striking mountains in the Montana de Oro State Park with the Valencia Peak Trail being the primary method for reaching the summit. It is actually the shortest and most direct route to the top.
27.9 Miles
87% 4419 votes
Castles 750 Hearst Castle Road, San Simeon, CA 93452 MoreLess Info
San Simeon's most prominent place to visit is the beautiful and historical Hearst Castle. Having taken over 28 years to complete, the home is a masterpiece featuring 165 rooms and 127 acres of garden available to tour.
28.1 Miles
50% 6 votes
Music Venue 90 W Pozo Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93453 MoreLess Info
Somewhat secluded, Pozo Saloon is a renowned location for outdoor concerts and events. When there is no concert, it is also a popular gathering spot for grabbing a drink or a bite to eat with friends.
28.6 Miles
94% 120 votes
Beaches 750 Hearst Castle Road, San Simeon, CA 93452 MoreLess Info
A state beach located just across the road from the famed Hearst Castle is the William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach. The beach is a popular area for sunbathing, picnics and enjoying the scenery that surrounds the castle grounds.
28.6 Miles
88% 16 votes
Beaches 750 Hearst Castle Road, San Simeon, CA 93452 MoreLess Info
Lined with Eucalyptus trees, W R Hearst Memorial State Beach offers visitors a place to sunbathe and watch the neighboring seals. The beach has a boardwalk where local fisherman fish for rockfish.
28.6 Miles
80% 10 votes
Visitor Centers 750 Hearst Castle Road, San Simeon, CA 93452 MoreLess Info
The Hearst Castle Visitor Center is the first location visitors should stop at on their trip to the Hearst Castle. Guests can stop by one of the many restaurants available for a meal or visit the gift shop for souvenirs.
29.0 Miles
76% 151 votes
Camping Site San Simeon Creek Road, San Simeon, CA 93428 MoreLess Info
Coastal bluffs, rocky shores and tree lined trails make up San Simeon State Park. The picturesque locale is the perfect place for morning hikes, sightseeing and watching the elephant seals and other wildlife play on the shore.
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