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Home > United States > 8 Free Things To Do in San Diego, California

8 Free Things To Do in San Diego, California

By Dymphe / September 24, 2022

Which are the best free things to do in San Diego? In this article, you can find a list of these and I'm sure you'll love these activities!

So if you are on a budget, here you find all there is to know in this US city.

Table of Contents

  • 1. Visit a free concert
  • 2. Get a panoramic view of the city
  • 3. See a free movie
  • 4. Stroll through the park
  • 5. See the botanical garden
  • 6. Go to Timken Museum of Art
  • 7. Do a free walking tour
  • 8. Enjoy some contemporary art

1. Visit a free concert

It is always fun to go to a concert, but it is even better when the concert is completely free!

For free concerts go to the Coronado Summer Concert Series.

During a period of five months in the summer, you can go to a free concert every Sunday.

The concerts take place in the evening and can be found at Spreckels Park.

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2. Get a panoramic view of the city

Looking to get a panoramic view of the city? Then head to Cowles Mountain, the highest point of the city of San Diego!

There is a walking trail of about 2.5 kilometers / 1.5 miles long, taking you to the top!

3. See a free movie

Every year during the summer period (May to October) you can see free movies in the park at Summer Movies in the Park!

All movies start at dusk and are organized throughout the city in many local parks.

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4. Stroll through the park

For a great park in San Diego, go to Balboa Park.

You can go here for a relaxing stroll, a run, or to do some other activities you can do in a park.

However, Balboa Park is not a regular park!

Because here you find many gardens, museums, and much more! Therefore, it is also one of the best things to do in San Diego!

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5. See the botanical garden

Located in Balboa Park is the Botanical Building & Garden.

Here you find a large variety of plants displayed in a beautiful historic building.

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6. Go to Timken Museum of Art

Also located in Balboa Park is the Timken Museum of Art.

The Timken Museum of Art is a fine art museum that houses many paintings by European old masters, sculptures, and other artifacts.

Best of all, the museum can be visited for free.

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7. Do a free walking tour

A free walking tour is a great way of exploring the city. This is a very interesting tour.

Together with a local guide you will visit the city's attractions and discover the history and culture of San Diego!

Also, this is one of the best free things to do in San Diego if you want to know more about the city!

Beach in San Diego

8. Enjoy some contemporary art

Looking for contemporary art in San Diego? Then the Museum of Contemporary Art is the place for you!

Although the museum is normally not free, you can get free admission every third Thursday of the week.

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  • Hi there! I’m Dymphe, a travel blogger and content creator with a passion for exploring beautiful destinations and travel photography. I’ve been traveling for years and I decided to start this blog to help you do the same in Europe, the United States, and beyond. More about me.

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