Free & Cheap Things to Do in Irvine, CA

  • The list below includes 711 free or cheap things to do in or near Irvine, California, including 135 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Children's Museums and Bowling.
  • From Bill Barber Community Park to Woodbridge Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Irvine and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Cerritos, Lakewood and Long Beach.
  • The list below includes 711 free or cheap things to do in or near Irvine, California, including 135 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Children's Museums and Bowling.
  • From Bill Barber Community Park to Woodbridge Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Irvine and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Cerritos, Lakewood and Long Beach.
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33.9 Miles
93% 278 votes
Aviation Museums P.O. Box 6463, March Air Reserve Base, Riverside, CA 92518 MoreLess Info
Displaying over 70 aircraft and more than 30,000 individual artifacts, the March Field Air Museum focuses on March Field's pivotal role in the development of flight. The museum features items from as early as the 1920's.
33.9 Miles
65% 23 votes
Movie Theaters 14948 Crenshaw Blvd, Gardena, CA 90249 MoreLess Info
The family-owned and operated Gardena Cinema is a single screen theatre that was built in 1947. The cinema features first-run Hollywood shows and has private balconies available for reservation.
33.9 Miles
40% 5 votes
Parks 13220 S Van Ness Avenue, Gardena, CA 90249 MoreLess Info
Rowley Park is a large, neighborhood park with a basketball court and skating plaza. The park has four baseball diamonds, four tennis courts, a multipurpose building, and shady areas for picnics or lounging.
33.9 Miles
100% 3 votes
History Museums 742 E Lemon Avenue, Monrovia, CA 91016 MoreLess Info
Each room is a step back into the culture of Monrovia in 1900 at the Monrovia Historical Museum. Themed rooms include the health sanatorium, school house, and a room of natural history artifacts spanning the 120 year history of the city.
34.0 Miles
97% 65 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 5970 Palos Verdes Drive South, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 MoreLess Info
Those seeking a scenic hike and unique marine life will appreciate Abalone Cove Shoreline Park & Ecological Reserve. The park features breathtaking views from the bluff, crisscrossing trails and abundant sea life in its two beaches and tide pools.
34.0 Miles
90% 123 votes
Bay 5970 Palos Verdes Dr S, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 MoreLess Info
Dogs are permitted in the upper picnic area and on designated trails of Abalone Cove Shoreline Park. This park features two beaches, tide pools, bluff top viewing areas, and trails throughout the area to bring family and friends.
34.0 Miles
75% 4 votes
Skate Parks 3rd Ave & Bonita Street, Arcadia, CA 91006 MoreLess Info
Spanning a total of 10,700 square-feet, Bonita Skate Park is a park popular among local skateboarders and in-line skaters. The park features a variety of rails, drops, and ramps for skaters to enjoy.
34.1 Miles
100% 18 votes
Hiking Trails Monrovia, CA MoreLess Info
With more than 40 miles of hiking land, the Big Santa Anita Canyon features many waterfalls and peaks that provide scenic views. Hikers often get to see packs of animals as well as large patches of wildflowers.
34.1 Miles
86% 7 votes
Parks 5546 Beryl Street, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91701 MoreLess Info
The City of Cucamonga's Heritage Community Park features multiple lighted baseball, softball, and soccer fields. The park also has an equestrian facility, playgrounds for kids, and multiple large covered picnic areas.
34.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
History Museums 380 W Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007 MoreLess Info
The Arcadia Historical Museum features a variety of permanent and visiting exhibits pertaining to local history and culture. The museum also features works of art, primarily by local and regional artists.
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