- 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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Overlooking San Diego Bay, Centennial Park offers trails for walking, biking, and jogging along with benches for sitting and enjoying the scenery. The park is also a very popular spot for photography and wedding events.
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Bike & Kayak Tours, Inc. serve their area by offering biking, kayaking and snorkeling tours that can last anywhere from 1 to 7 hours, and some tours offer a combination of these activities. They also rent equipment like paddleboards.
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Located nearby the Coronado Bay Bridge, Tidelands Park provides views of the bay and the bridge as well as athletic fields and a skate park. It offers a small beach, picnic areas, a playground and open fields for recreational activities.
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Situated across the street from the local library, Spreckels Park is a popular downtown park with well maintained grassy areas. There is also a large playground, picnic tables, and an area utilized for a summer concert series.
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The ambiance of Village Theater creates a nostalgic movie-going experience without sacrificing comfort or modern conveniences. With 3D wall murals, art deco furnishings, roomy seats, and digital screenings, this venue attracts serious film buffs.
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Moviegoers can sit back and enjoy snacks and first run films in one of three deluxe auditoriums at the Vintage Village Theatre. Guests will appreciate the viewing experience featuring the latest in digital, 3D and sound technology.
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The Coronado Visitor Center is home to the Coronado Museum, which features exhibits highlighting local history and culture. The center also offers a wealth of tourist information, brochures, and maps, and sometimes hosts live music.
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Glorietta Bay Park is a community managed oceanside park that offers numerous running and walking trails and wide grassy lawn areas. The buoy-marked ocean swimming area makes the park popular among training triathletes.
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Coronado Beach is a scenic, white sand beach with great views of both the ocean and of beachside mansions nearby. The beach is patrolled by life guards, and features restrooms and showers.
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The Coronado Dog Beach is a local beach that allows visitors to bring their four-legged friend for a day of fun by the water. Visitors commonly enjoy swimming, having picnics, or walking their dog along the beach.