- The list below includes 47 free or cheap things to do in or near Santa Maria, California, including 57 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Playgrounds.
- From Foxen Canyon Wine Trail to Waller Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Santa Maria and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pismo Beach, Lompoc, San Luis Obispo and Los Olivos.
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Kids and their parents love the Sunny Fields Park in Solvang, California. It features a separate toddler area, play structures inspired by Viking history and plenty of space for running around.
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A family friendly farm, Apple Lane Farm in Solvang provides everything you need to spend a couple of hours picking your own apples in the fall for a very reasonable price.
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Beautiful Nojoqui Falls Park in Santa Ynez, California is a popular venue for group meetings, sports events and outdoor activities. Its most prominent attraction is its waterfall, which is accessible by a walking trail.
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The soothing sounds of falling water marks Nojoqui Falls Park as a special place. The park features fields to play ball, benches and picnic tables to relax or enjoy a lunch, BBQ amenities, hiking trails, and a playground.
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Nestled in the center of Solvang, Hans Christian Anderson Park is a lovely are to commemorate the great author. The park is lined with trees and provides a nice quiet atmosphere to relax and rest.
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1511-B Mission Dr., Solvang, CA 93463
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The Wildling Art Museum features three to four art exhibits at any given time in addition to the hiking and nature walks in the area. The institution also holds its own art classes for children, families, or just adults.
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A local park designed for families and kids, Sunny Fields Playground features a variety of equipment, including play structures, swings, and slides. The park also has a water mister and picnic areas with barbecue grills.
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1618 Copenhagen Drive #3, Solvang, CA 93463
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Solvang Trolley & Carriage offers guided tours on a trolley that replicates a 1900s Danish street car and is pulled by Belgian draft horses. Costumed tour guides will relay a history of the town throughout the 25 minute ride.
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The Hans Christian Andersen Museum is dedicated to the life and work of Hans Christen Andersen. Open daily from 10 am to 5 pm.
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Solvang, California is home to the Elverhoj Museum, dedicated to Danish culture. Solvang was originally a Danish settlement, and many Danes still live in the area. This museum is especially fascinating in wintertime.