Free & Cheap Things to Do in Lakewood, CA

  • The list below includes 1166 free or cheap things to do in or near Lakewood, California, including 132 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Walking Trails.
  • From Mae Boyar Park to San Martin Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Lakewood and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Pasadena, Long Beach and Cerritos.
  • The list below includes 1166 free or cheap things to do in or near Lakewood, California, including 132 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Walking Trails.
  • From Mae Boyar Park to San Martin Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Lakewood and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Pasadena, Long Beach and Cerritos.
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16.5 Miles
86% 167 votes
History Museums 2002 N Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92706 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1936, the Bowers Museum is a historical museum dedicated to celebrating international cultures through art. Exhibits at the museum include ancient Terra Cotta Warriors, artifacts from lost civilizations, and artwork.
16.5 Miles
88% 16 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 510 E Memory Ln, Santa Ana, CA 92705 MoreLess Info
A fun and educational place for children, the Santiago Creek Wildlife & Watershed Center, Santiago Park Nature features a nature center with informative exhibits about local ecology and cultural history, as well as a play area with giant slides.
16.5 Miles
78% 147 votes
Beaches 21601 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA 92646 MoreLess Info
Huntington State Beach is a 121 acre state beach that offers a range of recreational activities. Huntington features places to surf, swim or fish and also has volleyball courts, basketball courts, fire-rings for bonfires and a multi-use trail.
16.5 Miles
83% 6 votes
Parks 4140 Gibson Road, El Monte, CA 91731 MoreLess Info
Located on 4.5 acres, Gibson Mariposa Park is butterfly themed and features environmentally friendly water collection systems and landscaping. The park has an open grass field, playground, splash pad and educational kiosk as well as walking paths and basketball courts.
16.6 Miles
83% 205 votes
Beaches 301 Main St, Ste 208, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 MoreLess Info
Billing itself as Surf City USA, Huntington Beach in some ways epitomizes Orange County. It is a beachside vacation destination with miles of coastline, prime surfing conditions, and a variety of hotels and restaurants.
16.6 Miles
100% 4 votes
Parks 1001 E Palm Drive, Placentia, CA 92870 MoreLess Info
A small, cozy community park, Parque del Arroyo Verde is popular for family outings or group gatherings. It includes playground equipment and picnic space along with lots of shade for protection on sunny days.
16.7 Miles
79% 195 votes
Running/Jogging 835 Academy Road, Los Angeles, CA 90012 MoreLess Info
Elysian Park is a popular downtown park with more than 500 acres of beautiful green space and many hiking trails. It is a great place for picnic and other outdoor activities such as cycling, jogging etc. The park also offers some fantastic views of the city.
16.7 Miles
88% 42 votes
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Echo Park

Parks Los Angeles, CA 90026 MoreLess Info
Echo Park is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Los Angeles with a population of 45,444. It has a thriving music, fashion, and arts scene, and is very pedestrian-friendly.
16.7 Miles
83% 204 votes
Dance Clubs 416 W 4th Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701 MoreLess Info
The Velvet Lounge an LGBT owned and operated restaurant that features a patio, a lounge area, nightly entertainment, a dance floor, and drink specials. The restaurant offers brunch and shows during dinner.
16.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Scenic Walks 6500 Sea Cove Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 MoreLess Info
Offering ocean views, Frank A. Vanderlip Sr. Park is situated on .48 acres and provides open grass fields and palm trees. The park has paved paths, park benches and access to adjacent trails via Vanderlip Park Trail.
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