- The list below includes 91 free or cheap things to do in or near Pismo Beach, California, including 58 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Beaches, Bowling and Family Fun Center.
- From Margo Dodd Park to Monarch Grove, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Pismo Beach and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Luis Obispo, Morro Bay, Atascadero and Santa Maria.
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17.9 Miles
88%
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705 S McClelland, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Open to children and their grabby fingers, Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum stands out by allowing visitors to get handy with 13,000ft of exhibits. The aptly named museum encourages discovery through a tactile experience to inspire creativity and imagination.
18.0 Miles
Beautiful Morro Bay State Park has many attractive visitor amenities, including a golf course and natural history museum. It is an excellent destination for tourists, scouting groups and school field trips.
18.2 Miles
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176 votes
Morro Bay State Park Road, Morro Bay, CA 93442
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Nestled within Morro Bay State Park, the Morrow Bay Museum of Natural History is a fascinating institution for visitors of all ages. It emphasizes the role of birds in the park's ecosystem and includes a huge heron rookery.
18.3 Miles
Maintained largely by volunteers, Morro Bay National Estuary is a wilderness initiative devoted to cleaning and maintaining Morro Bay and its coastline. It is a nationally-recognized estuary devoted to ethical fishing and waste disposal.
18.7 Miles
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.
19.1 Miles
Nicknamed 'Pirate's Park,' Tidelands Park is a city park featuring a pirate themed playground for children. The park offers several open areas as well as picnic areas - and is reputed as being clean and well maintained.
19.1 Miles
61%
31 votes
1521 S Bradley Road, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Playing a mix of indie and blockbuster flicks, Edwards Santa Maria 10 Cinemas shows the latest releases. Their movie tickets cost $3.50 each. They have 3-D projectors in three of their theaters.
19.3 Miles
Named for its location in Morro Bay, Morro Rock is one of the volcanic hills known as the Nine Sisters. It is a major habitat for rare sea birds, including endangered peregrine falcons. Visitors may approach the Rock in boats but may not disembark for fear of disturbing the wildlife.
19.3 Miles
Stand up paddle board rentals are offered by Central Coast Stand Up Paddling which is located directly on the water of Morro Bay. Tours of the area waterways, stand up paddle board lessons, and sales are available as well.
19.3 Miles
Kayak Horizons Tours offers guided tours throughout 15 miles of protected and scenic waters. Visitors can tour in kayaks or stand-up paddleboards, and tours include sightings of diverse and abundant wildlife.