Free & Cheap Things to Do in Santa Monica, CA

  • The list below includes 728 free or cheap things to do in or near Santa Monica, California, including 134 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Parks, Bars and Beaches.
  • From Santa Monica Mountains to Palisades Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Santa Monica and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Malibu, Pasadena and Glendale.
  • The list below includes 728 free or cheap things to do in or near Santa Monica, California, including 134 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Parks, Bars and Beaches.
  • From Santa Monica Mountains to Palisades Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Santa Monica and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Malibu, Pasadena and Glendale.
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44.7 Miles
52% 27 votes
Family Fun Center 525 W Ave P-4, Palmdale, CA 93551 MoreLess Info
Visitors can climb a rock wall, traverse a rope course, ride go-karts, and more at Mulligan Family Fun Center. The facilities also include a batting cage and laser tag area.
44.8 Miles
88% 8 votes
Art Museum 333 N. College Avenue, Claremont, CA 91711 MoreLess Info
The Pomona College Museum of Art offers exhibitions, lectures, and much more. Teachers, students, and art-lovers alike will enjoy this educational resource. From the sunrise 'Skyscape' experience to the 'Art after Hours' series, there is something for everyone.
44.8 Miles
92% 290 votes
National & State Parks 1 Irvine Park Road, Orange, CA 92862 MoreLess Info
In addition to picnic areas with built-in barbecues, sinks and tables, the Irvine Regional Park offers paved bicycle and walking trails. Furthermore, the park also features a children's playground, four softball fields, two horseshoe pits and a lake.
44.8 Miles
83% 18 votes
Horseback Riding 1 Irvine Park Road, Orange, CA 92869 MoreLess Info
Irvine Park Pony & Horse Rides is a horse and pony ride facility that provides walking pony rides Tuesday through Sunday. The rides cost $5.00 per child and can be rented for special events.
44.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Race Tracks Palmdale, CA 93551 MoreLess Info
Offering a 6,500 sqft. hard packed, blue groove track with a smooth surface and good traction, Controlled Chaos Raceway also provides classes and competitions for all RC skill levels, scoring software and an AMB transponder system for accurate scoring.
44.9 Miles
93% 186 votes
Botanical Gardens 1500 N. College Ave, Claremont, CA 91711 MoreLess Info
At the Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden, guests will be able to enjoy seasonal exhibits like 'Plants Interact' and John Svenson: For the Love of Wood. The location also hosts a variety of events, including Tai Chi Lifestyle, Garden Walking Club, and Yoga activities.
44.9 Miles
76% 239 votes
Movie Theaters 999 Newport Center Drive, Fashion Island Shopping Center, Newport Beach, CA MoreLess Info
At the Island Cinema, film lovers can enjoy first-run movies in leather stadium seating. The location, which features a digital projection picture, offers both food and alcoholic beverages that are delivered to your seats.
44.9 Miles
86% 158 votes
National & State Parks 8548 E Canyon View Avenue, Orange, CA 92869 MoreLess Info
The graded roads and trails of Peters Canyon Regional Park give ample access to hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians. The 340-acre park offers visitors exposure to a variety of coastal habitats, all rich in wildlife.
44.9 Miles
94% 17 votes
Playgrounds 12850 Robinson Drive, Tustin, CA 92781 MoreLess Info
Featuring thirteen sports fields, Tustin Sports Park offers facilities for tennis, basketball and baseball along with open field sports like football and soccer. It has a covered playground, a picnic shelter, restroom facilities and a multi-use trail.
44.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 16202 Pinehurst Drive, Chino Hills, CA 91709 MoreLess Info
Situated on six acres, Rincon Park features a large grass field used for soccer along with a half basketball court. The park also offers a children's playground, picnic tables, barbeque grills and restroom facilities.
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