Top 10 Freebies

From complimentary refreshments to fee-free museums, these freebies will keep your social calendar full even when your wallet is empty.

Updated: June 30, 2006

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Wave House Athletic Club

3115 Ocean Front Walk, San Diego, CA 92109

Tons of fun for the family on rides, games and carnival food. And the beach is free.


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Reuben H Fleet Science Center

1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101

Your Fleet membership also gets you free admission to dozens of other museums around the country.


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San Diego Zoo

2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA 92101

Get yourself an annual pass and score two freebie tickets for friends or family.


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Balboa Park

Laurel St at Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

All museums in Balboa Park are free to local residents every Tuesday.


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Ikea

2149 Fenton Pkwy, San Diego, CA 92108

The Mission Valley location throws free birthday parties for kids on the first Tuesday of every month. Sign up at the store.


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Kiehls

7007 Friars Rd, San Diego, CA 92108

The famous samples are still flowing like lava. Just ask any sales associate in the store.


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Embarcadero Park North/South

111 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101

From free summer outdoor movies to free Friday concerts and art fairs, it's a great outdoor bargain.


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California Center For The Arts

340 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025

Get in free on the first Wednesday of every month to this sprawling arts pavilion and museum.


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California Surf Museum

312 Pier View Way, Oceanside, CA 92054

Some of the greatest surfing photographs are on display here--and it's always free.


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Tio Leos

6333 Mission Gorge Rd, San Diego, CA 92120

Ditch the office and enjoy free appetizers during happy hour with a drink purchase.


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In Cahoots

5373 Mission Center Rd, San Diego, CA 92108

Come in early for free dance lessons starting at 5pm on Wednesdays. Stay for $1.75 you-call-it drinks.


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La Jolla Brew House

7536 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037

Kids 12 and under eat free on Sunday nights.