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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46.9 Miles
81% 315 votes
Restaurants 1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA 93001 MoreLess Info
Located in Ventura, California, the Ventura Harbor Village is an indoor-outdoor commerce and recreation area on gorgeous waterfront property. It features a bevy of shops and restaurants, plus plenty of open space dotted with shady trees.
46.9 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 6075 Kimball Avenue, Chino, CA 91710 MoreLess Info
Chino Creek Wetlands & Educational Park is 22 acres and features many trails and ponds containing wildlife like ducks, birds, lizards, turtles, squirrels and frogs. Visitors can also climb the water tower and the park is dog friendly.
46.9 Miles
89% 9 votes
Dog Park 2850 W Ave L-12, Lancaster, CA 93536 MoreLess Info
The Forrest E Hull Park is a public park that offers a variety of amenities to its visitors. These include a playground area, a small walking trail, and a dog park that is divided between small and large dogs.
46.9 Miles
13% 23 votes
Skating Rinks 1225 W Holt Blvd, Ontario, CA 91762 MoreLess Info
The Ontario Ice Skating Arena is an indoor ice skating facility that includes facilities that are available to rent for private birthday parties. The arena offers youth ice hockey leagues, figure skating lessons, and broomball games.
47.0 Miles
91% 102 votes
Visitor Centers 1901 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA 93001 MoreLess Info
Visitors to The Robert J. Lagomarsino Visitor Center at Channel Islands National Park have access to information, maps and other materials that make it easy to get the most out of each visit. Friendly staff members are always available to answer questions.
47.0 Miles
91% 34 votes
Parks 1901 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA 93001 MoreLess Info
Accessible by ferry, the Channel Islands National Park consists of five small islands and offers a variety of outdoor activities like kayaking, hiking, and camping. Oftentimes visitors can spot whales, foxes, and other wildlife on their trip.
47.0 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks 12532 Carissa Avenue, Chino, CA 91710 MoreLess Info
Bob McLeod Park is 3.5 acres and it features amenities including a playground for children, family and group picnic areas, basketball courts, and an open play area. The park has no restrooms.
47.0 Miles
67% 6 votes
Tennis 1525 W 15th Street, Upland, CA 91786 MoreLess Info
With its classes promoting strength training, agility, and tennis skills, Upland Tennis Club offers a variety of programs for visitors of all ages. During the summer, the club runs a junior summer camp for children.
47.0 Miles
75% 4 votes
Soccer Field 1465 W 11th Street, Upland, CA 91786 MoreLess Info
With 20 acres to explore, Cabrillo Park & Soccer Complex provides the community with an outdoor area for recreational activities like jogging, soccer, basketball, baseball, and more. The park has a playground with a two story slide and climbing structure.
47.0 Miles
75% 4 votes
Parks 1500 W 15th Street, Upland, CA 91786 MoreLess Info
Pack a lunch or make use of the barbeque grills at Greenbelt Park, and sit and eat at one of many picnic tables. Three softball fields are available, and little ones will enjoy the playground.
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