Free & Cheap Things to Do in Thousand Oaks, CA

  • The list below includes 243 free or cheap things to do in or near Thousand Oaks, California, including 121 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Go Karts, Movie Theaters and Children's Play Area.
  • From Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area to Wildwood Regional Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Thousand Oaks and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Malibu, Santa Monica, Simi Valley and Calabasas.
  • The list below includes 243 free or cheap things to do in or near Thousand Oaks, California, including 121 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Go Karts, Movie Theaters and Children's Play Area.
  • From Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area to Wildwood Regional Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Thousand Oaks and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Malibu, Santa Monica, Simi Valley and Calabasas.
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32.6 Miles
88% 8 votes
Parks 600 Hanh Avenue, Glendale, CA 91203 MoreLess Info
The 7.9-acre Fremont Park features a basketball court, volleyball court, 8 tennis courts, 4 horseshoes courts, picnic areas, a playground and wading pool. The park is also a popular spot for playing chess and cards.
32.8 Miles
82% 66 votes
Parks Hwy 1, North of Ventura, Ventura, CA MoreLess Info
From its location at the mouth of the Ventura River, Emma Wood State Beach is popular with anglers who often catch perch, bass, cabezon and corbina, as well as people who often spot dolphins just off the rocky shore. This beach offers several camping areas.
32.8 Miles
73% 11 votes
Swimming Pool 509 S Pacific Avenue, Glendale, CA 91204 MoreLess Info
At Pacific Community Pool, visitors can cool off in the summer heat during the recreational swim hours, or swim laps during lap hours. The pool also hosts swimming lessons for both adults and children.
32.8 Miles
88% 40 votes
Arts Centers 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90278 MoreLess Info
Featuring 1400+ seating capacity, the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center hosts a wide variety of artistic, cultural, and community oriented events, including dance performances, plays, lectures, pageants, musical concerts, and many others.
32.9 Miles
91% 147 votes
Colleges & Universities 3620 South Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90089 MoreLess Info
Established in 1880, University of Southern California is a famous private research institution and a popular choice among international students, especially for graduate programs. It also runs an integrated medical centre.
33.0 Miles
71% 97 votes
Paintball 15112 Sierra Highway, Santa Clarita, CA 91390 MoreLess Info
Paintball enthusiasts ages 10 and up can spend a day targeting their friends and colleagues at Paintball USA. The facility offers events for groups and parties and training is available for all levels.
33.0 Miles
100% 15 votes
Arcades 4334 San Fernando Road, Glendale, CA 91204 MoreLess Info
Vintage Arcade Superstore has hundreds of original arcade and pinball machines for sale in their publicly open 11,000 sq ft facility. It includes a showroom with over 50 games that can be rented for events.
33.2 Miles
History of the entire planet is put on display at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, which serves the entire region. There is a newly created dinosaur hall with three Tyrannosaurus Rex specimens and a Discovery Center with interactive exhibits and presentations for children.
33.2 Miles
30% 47 votes
Landmarks 1255 S Central Avenue, Glendale, CA 91204 MoreLess Info
Home to nearly 200,000 citizens, the City of Glendale is a popular location filled with a large variety of attractions. Visitors commonly enjoy going surfing nearby, shopping at one of the many shopping centers, or enjoying the city's nightlife.
33.3 Miles
90% 2855 votes
Science Museums 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90037 MoreLess Info
The largest hands-on science center on the West Coast, the California Science Center features interactive exhibits, educational facilities, and resources for teachers. Highlights include the space shuttle Endeavor, an IMAX theater, and nearly 400 plant and animal species.
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