Free & Cheap Things to Do in Ventura, CA

  • The list below includes 144 free or cheap things to do in or near Ventura, California, including 82 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Beaches, Movie Theaters and Bike Paths.
  • From Ventura to Ojai Paved Bike Path to Marina Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Ventura and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Moorpark, Ojai, Camarillo and Oxnard.
  • The list below includes 144 free or cheap things to do in or near Ventura, California, including 82 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Beaches, Movie Theaters and Bike Paths.
  • From Ventura to Ojai Paved Bike Path to Marina Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Ventura and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Moorpark, Ojai, Camarillo and Oxnard.
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Krav Maga students learn how to disarm opponents and use surroundings to their self-defense advantage
24.4 Miles
59% 17 votes
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Iceoplex

Skating Rinks 131 W Easy Street, Simi Valley, CA 93065 MoreLess Info
Visitors can join a hockey league or participate in figure skating classes at the ice arena of Iceoplex. Visitors can skate on the NHL regulation sized ice rink during public skating hours.
24.5 Miles
88% 34 votes
Specialty Museums 137 Strathearn Pl, Simi Valley, CA 93065 MoreLess Info
Visitors to Strathearn Historical Park and Museum, Simi Valley, may enjoy tours of its historic buildings and exhibits. These represent the history of the peoples of the valley - Chumash Indians, Spaniards, and pioneers. Year round special events.
24.6 Miles
80% 5 votes
Hiking Trails Wood Ranch Parkway, Simi Valley, CA 93065 MoreLess Info
For hiking, mountain biking, running, or just communing with nature, the Wood Ranch Trails offer miles of scenic paths. Guests may encounter native wildlife such as coyotes, deer, raccoons, squirrels, rabbits, and various birds of prey.
25.0 Miles
91% 22 votes
Hiking Trails 2577 S. Encinal Canyon Road, Malibu, CA 90265 MoreLess Info
Charmlee Wilderness Park is a nature preserve covering 532 acres across the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains. The park offers visitors numerous hiking and biking trails, a nature center, and picnic tables and public restrooms as well.
25.1 Miles
100% 25 votes
Beaches 32900 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265 MoreLess Info
Hidden away in a secluded spot, El Pescador State Beach provides a clean and relaxing environment to soak up some sun or swim in the water. There is plenty of wildlife to discover as well.
25.2 Miles
67% 21 votes
Bowling 480 E Los Angeles Avenue, Simi Valley, CA 93065 MoreLess Info
Harley's Simi Bowl is a family oriented bowling alley with pro-shop and cafe. Kids bowl 2 free games Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Youth leagues, adult leagues, tournaments, cosmic bowl, and specials are frequently offered.
25.5 Miles
100% 3 votes
Beaches San Ysidro Road, Montecito, CA 93108 MoreLess Info
A public beach located in front of a gated community in Montecito, Miramar Beach offers beach walking, swimming and surfing. At low tide, this south-facing beach features tide pools for exploration.
25.7 Miles
87% 31 votes
Farms & Ranches 32111 Mulholland Highway, Malibu, CA 90265 MoreLess Info
Featuring a vineyard and an animal safari, Saddlerock Ranch offers visitors tasting tours with complimentary cheese pairings. A variety of animals are housed on the farm; such as water buffaloes, zebras, and horses.
25.9 Miles
88% 379 votes
National & State Parks 32215 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA MoreLess Info
Besides the unique rock formations and the thrill of hiking until reaching it, El Matador Beach is popular among the photographs, whether amateur or professional, since the lighting is always perfect.
25.9 Miles
88% 84 votes
Beaches Montecito, CA MoreLess Info
Offering views of the sunrise and sunset, the Butterfly Beach is a location suitable for people-watching, swimming and surfing. The site is also located near the Four Seasons Bitmore Hotel.
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