Free & Cheap Things to Do in San Diego, CA

  • The list below includes 224 free or cheap things to do in or near San Diego, California, including 86 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Parks, Bus Tours and Movie Theaters.
  • From Fort Rosecrans Cemetery to Torrey Pines State Reserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Diego and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Santee.
  • The list below includes 224 free or cheap things to do in or near San Diego, California, including 86 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Parks, Bus Tours and Movie Theaters.
  • From Fort Rosecrans Cemetery to Torrey Pines State Reserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Diego and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Santee.
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Escape Room Police Station 5437 Linda Vista Road, San Diego, CA MoreLess Info
Groups have 60 minutes to use teamwork and problem-solving skills to solve a police-themed mystery and escape from a locked room
17.7 Miles
100% 4 votes
Parks 13094 Civic Center Drive, Poway, CA 92064 MoreLess Info
Poway's Community Park features large green spaces and two good sized playgrounds with a variety of play equipment for kids. The park also features picnic tables and restrooms that are open to the public.
18.0 Miles
40% 42 votes
Movie Theaters 13475 Poway Road, Poway, CA 92064 MoreLess Info
Digiplex Poway is a local movie theater that shows its guests the latest Hollywood released films. Matinee ticket specials and a large concessions menu are among the amenities offered at the theater.
18.1 Miles
98% 109 votes
Parks 1601 Coast Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
Seagrove Park offers ocean views and an ideal place to have a picnic. The site, which frequently offers views of seagulls and other ocean animals, can also be used for a game of Frisbee.
18.1 Miles
93% 95 votes
Parks 1600 Coast Blvd, Del Mar, CA MoreLess Info
Spend some time outdoors at Powerhouse Park, overlooking Del Mar City Beach. Enjoy the soothing ocean sounds while taking a walk or playing a game of frisbee. A playground is available for the kiddos.
18.2 Miles
94% 336 votes
Beaches Coast Boulevard, Del Mar, CA MoreLess Info
At Del Mar City Beach, visitors can go sun bathing, surfing, or swimming near River Mouth and 15thStreet. The site is also a suitable location for volleyball, hiking, and bicycling activities.
18.3 Miles
67% 3 votes
Parks Carriage Road, Poway, CA 92067 MoreLess Info
A residential park, Starridge Park features a basketball court and open field areas that can be used for sports like football and soccer. The park also provides a playground, picnic tables and barbeque grills.
18.3 Miles
50% 4 votes
Parks 13500 Community Road, Poway, CA 92064 MoreLess Info
A neighborhood park, Hilleary Park features soccer fields along with tennis and basketball courts. The park also offers two children's playgrounds, restroom facilities, paved walking paths, picnic tables, shade trees and picnic shelters.
18.4 Miles
100% 5 votes
Go Karts 14039 Ridge Hill Road, El Cajon, CA 92021 MoreLess Info
Car and racing enthusiasts may enjoy spending the day at Canyon Raceway, a go-kart park. Along with a slick track, the park provides only motor cars for racing. Consequently, the track requires some training and/or driving experience.
18.6 Miles
94% 72 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 2132 Jimmy Durante Blvd., Del Mar, CA 92014 MoreLess Info
Free Flight is a parrot sanctuary that is dedicated to the nurturing and re-socializing of the talkative bird species. The location offers public viewings of its animals and bird shows for those who wish to throw an event.
18.7 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.
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