- The list below includes 184 free or cheap things to do in or near Vista, California, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Horseback Riding, Bowling and Trampoline Parks.
- From South Buena Vista Park to Brengle Terrace Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Vista and in nearby cities within 25 miles like La Jolla, Poway, Oceanside and Carlsbad.
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Japanese restaurant with traditional and speciality sushi including the Bruce Lee, Godzilla, and Jackie Chan rolls
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Double Peak Park offers a wide selection of activities for both families and individuals. The park is a premier hiking destination while also offering an adventure playground, amphitheater and picnic areas.
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Located within San Elijo Hills Community Park, San Elijo Hills Dog Park features a partially sloped field consisting of grass and dirt. The park provides drinking water, benches and a separate small dog area.
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Known for its picnicking opportunities, Woodland Park offers 11 acres of land with ponds, fountains, and shaded areas. The picnic areas have several playgrounds with climbing walls, swings, and other play structures.
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1105 Elfin Forest Road, San Marcos, CA 92078
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San Elijo Park is a large multi-use public park. Amenities include horseshoe pits, picnic areas, baseball fields, football or soccer fields, dog park and children's play area. Children also enjoy the sprayground, a water play area for younger visitors.
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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.
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Offering horse boarding and training, Del Rio Farms is a hunter jumper facility that includes a stream on the property, as well as a mountain and many trees. Their other amenities include a lighted full-size jumping arena.
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Jack's Pond Park is a 23 acre park featuring a nature center. While swimming is not allowed, the pond is suitable for fishing. The park also offers a short walking trail, a playground, and picnic areas.
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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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Celebrating both art and culture, Oceanside Art Museum features the works of regional artists in the modern and contemporary genre. Special events such as concerts and fundraisers are also held at this venue.
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The surf is up at the California Surf Museum in Oceanside! This museum is dedicated to the important role surfing plays in the state's history and culture. Free for kids 11 and under, $5 for adults, or $3 for students, seniors or military (ID required).