Top 10 Freebies

by sfgirl06 - 1 Review - 261 Lists

Updated: June 30, 2006

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

On this page:The Top 10, More Budget Picks.

The Top 10

  1. 1 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended 5 to Try: Rooftop Bars
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    7536 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 (map)

    Kids 12 and under eat free on Sunday nights.

  2. 2 3.5 Star Rating: Average In Cahoots
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    5373 Mission Center Rd, San Diego, CA 92108 (map)

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

  3. 3 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Tio Leo's Mexican Restaurant
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    6333 Mission Gorge Rd, San Diego, CA 92120 (map)

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

  4. 4 4 Star Rating: Recommended California Surf Museum
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    223 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054 (map)

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

  5. 5 California Center for the Arts Escondido
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    340 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025 (map)

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

  6. 6 Embarcadero Park North/South
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    111 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)

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

  7. 7 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Balboa Park
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    Laurel St at Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)

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

  8. 8 4 Star Rating: Recommended Ikea
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    2149 Fenton Pkwy, San Diego, CA 92108 (map)

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

  9. 9 Kiehls
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    7007 Friars Rd, San Diego, CA 92108 (map)

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

  10. 10 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended San Diego Zoo
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    2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)

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

More Budget Picks

  1. 11 4 Star Rating: Recommended Wave House Athletic Club
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    3146 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

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

  2. 12 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Fleet Science Center
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    1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)

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