Santee · San Diego County, CA
Cheap things to do in Santee
Scout analyzed 39 Santee places and surfaced the ones that actually fit cheap day out.
Places analyzed
39
Matches
24
Typical spend
—
Typical visit
1.3 hr
Scout-verified spots
Outdoors
Woodglen Vista Park
Outdoors
Three Sisters Falls Trailhead
Outdoors
Walker Preserve Trail
Food & Drink
Pepper Farm Deli
Food & Drink
Mary's Donuts & Coffee
Known for its apple fritters, this nook with limited picnic seating offers donuts, bagels & coffee.
Outdoors
Shadow Hill Park
Food & Drink
Luna Grill Santee
Food & Drink
Phil's BBQ
Casual eatery & bar for signature mesquite-barbecued babyback & beef ribs, plus sandwiches & sides.
Food & Drink
Broken Yolk Cafe
Cheery chain serving all-day breakfast, including Mexican dishes, plus sandwiches & burgers.
Outdoors
West Hills Park
Food & Drink
Ranch House Restaurant
Food & Drink
Island Style Cafe
Pupus, plate lunches & Hawaiian-inflected grilled fare offered with beer & wine in unassuming digs.
Food & Drink
Honey Donuts
Casual spot serving donuts, croissants, sandwiches & smoothies in a no-frills space.
Outdoors
Big Rock Park
Park featuring tennis & pickleball courts, basketball, an off-leash dog area, a playground & more.
Nightlife
Junction 52 Bar & Grill
Food & Drink
Filippi's Pizza Grotto Santee
Chain outpost offering pizza & red-sauce Italian staples in generous portions.
Outdoors
Volcan Mountain Wilderness Preserve
Artist-designed gateway to an expansive wilderness preserve with an elevated trail for scenic views.
Outdoors
Mast Park
Green space with riverside trails, a picnic/BBQ area, playground, ball court & off-leash dog area.
Food & Drink
Omelette Factory Santee
Standard down-home breakfast fare including omelets & waffles along with soups & burgers for lunch.
Outdoors
Town Center Park East
Food & Drink
The Stand - American Classics Redefined
Outdoors
Mast Park Parking Lot
Outdoors
Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve
Staycation spot for locals with 7 man-made lakes for camping, boating, fishing & picnics.
Food & Drink
Jimmy's of Santee
Long-running eatery & sports bar serving American comfort food in a casual, diner-like space.
Outdoors
Patio, trail, or open-air.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
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