- The list below includes 25 free or cheap things to do in or near San Simeon, California, including 51 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Specialty Museums and Camping Site.
- From William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach to Moonstone Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Simeon and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cambria, Big Sur, Morro Bay and Paso Robles.
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Facing a lake, Laguna Lake Park provides visitors with an area for fishing and feeding ducks. In addition to the lake, the park has amenities like a disc golf course, dog park, picnic area, playground, and more.
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1185 Pacific Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Lovely gardens and historical spots comprise Dallidet Adobe and Gardens. Check the opening hours before paying a visit, as they can be erratic.
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Madonna Inn Trail Rides offers several trail ride packages, including a trail ride/meal package and a trail ride/hotel stay package. The rides are led by experienced wranglers and the horses are advertised as being gentle and friendly.
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Besides exhibiting memorabilia about the famous writer, Henry Miller Memorial Library offers its visitors a complete collection of local writers' work. Film festivals are also held in here.
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Divided in 2, a beach side and a mountainous side, Limekiln State in Big Sur, California is a camping and hiking area. Either you decide to book a campsite by the beach or on the mountain side, all of the 29 sites have fire rings and camping tables.
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While it is hard to find, Pfeiffer Big State Beach offers a picturesque view of sand dunes and rocky shores. Dolphins, sea lions and whales can be spotted from here.
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When visiting The Esalen Institute you can participate in a variety of activities and workshops designed to help deepen your spirituality. There are also extensive grounds for you to explore.
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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.
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The elevated Bixby Bridge in Big Sur, California is a pleasure to travel. Whales are often visible from the travel lanes, and on clear days drivers crossing Bixby Bridge can see for miles.
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Headquartered in San Luis Obispo, Central Coast Food Tours is a gourmet touring company devoted to pleasing discerning palates from around the world. Central Coast Food Tours offers pre-packaged tours and charter reservations.