Free & Cheap Things to Do in Santee, CA

  • The list below includes 261 free or cheap things to do in or near Santee, California, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Breweries and History Museums.
  • From Santee Lakes to Santee Lakes Regional Park & Campground, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Santee and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Poway.
  • The list below includes 261 free or cheap things to do in or near Santee, California, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Breweries and History Museums.
  • From Santee Lakes to Santee Lakes Regional Park & Campground, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Santee and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Mesa, La Jolla, Chula Vista and Poway.
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32.3 Miles
75% 93 votes
National & State Parks 3000 Guajome Lakes Road, Oceanside, CA 92054 MoreLess Info
Guajome Count Park has a lot to offer. Besides its scenic beauty and a network of easy hiking trails, the park also has a beautiful lake, well-maintained campsites equipped with restroom and shower facilities and a sandy beach nearby.
32.7 Miles
81% 16 votes
Beaches 1500 S Pacific Street, Oceanside, CA 92054 MoreLess Info
Monitored by lifeguards during the day, Buccaneer Beach provides visitors with opportunities for surfing, swimming, sunbathing, and body boarding. The beach also has a playground, picnic area, volleyball courts, and a basketball court.
32.8 Miles
93% 14 votes
Horseback Riding 1204 Little Gopher Canyon Road, Vista, CA 92084 MoreLess Info
Quail Haven Farm is an equestrian facility that offers lessons and training in hunter / jumper riding for all ages and experience levels. The farm features both horses and ponies.
32.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Horseback Riding 1204 Little Gopher Canyon Road, Vista, CA 92084 MoreLess Info
At Regency Show Stables, visitors can receive personalized instruction from an experienced horse trainer to learn how to care for and ride horses. The stables are home to horses suitable for riders of all skill levels.
33.6 Miles
90% 800 votes
Religious Buildings 4050 Mission Ave., Oceanside, CA 92057 MoreLess Info
A Catholic parish community in Oceanside, California, Mission San Luis Rey cuts a striking silhouette against the surrounding hills. The church building contains elements of traditional Spanish, Mexican and Byzantine architecture. The mission holds weekly retreats and maintains a daily Mass schedule.
33.7 Miles
49% 65 votes
Movie Theaters 431 College Blvd, Oceanside, CA 92057 MoreLess Info
Oceanside's Carmike Cinemas is a branch of the Carmike Cinemas movie theater franchise. It screens first-run Hollywood movies in theaters with digital video and sound, and offers a variety of promotions and specials.
33.8 Miles
71% 72 votes
Dog Park 2905 San Luis Rey Road, Oceanside, CA 92058 MoreLess Info
San Diego Humane Society & SPCA Dog Park offers two sections for dogs to play in, depending on the activity level of the dog. The park is covered with turf instead of grass and has a hill for the dogs.
34.0 Miles
71% 21 votes
Historic Sites 220 Peyri Drive, Oceanside, CA MoreLess Info
Small and quaint, Heritage Park offers lots of local history. Along with a gazebo for weddings and other special events, there is an old jail, school house and post office on-site for guests to see.
34.1 Miles
86% 124 votes
Flea Markets 316 Mission Avenue, Oceanside, CA MoreLess Info
Every Thursday evening, the Oceanside Sunset Market comes to life. Patrons enjoy live entertainment, meals, craft boutiques, food vendors and local produce. The Sunset Market is also famous for its fresh flowers.
34.1 Miles
90% 1192 votes
Piers & Boardwalks Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA MoreLess Info
There are always fun, family-friendly things to do at The Pier at Oceanside. Fishing and boating are popular throughout the year, and team sports facilities are available. Picnics are also popular.
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