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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47.1 Miles
83% 23 votes
Islands Ventura, CA MoreLess Info
As the largest of the eight channel islands, Santa Cruz is home to the Santa Cruz Island Channel Islands National Park. The park offers breathtaking ocean views and wildlife sightings. The park also houses historic structures from the 1800's.
47.1 Miles
57% 30 votes
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Jazz Cafe

Jazz/Blues Bars 1133 W 6th Street, Ontario, CA 91782 MoreLess Info
At Jazz Cafe, visitors can enjoy live entertainment from jazz musicians and New Orleans style cuisine. There is a small area in front of the stage where visitors can dance.
47.2 Miles
60% 47 votes
Movie Theaters 1575 N Mountain Avenue, Ontario, CA 91762 MoreLess Info
Featuring full stadium seating and digital projection, Edwards Ontario Mountain Village 14 is a movie theater showing its guests the latest released films. Other theater amenities include mobile ticketing and 3-D film capabilities.
47.2 Miles
35% 34 votes
Movie Theaters 1575 N Mountain Avenue, Ontario, CA 91762 MoreLess Info
Showing the newest movie releases, Edwards Ontario Mountain Stadium Cinemas offers 14 theaters with stadium seating and 4K Digital technology for some movies. Amenities include concessions, mobile ticketing and closed captioning.
47.3 Miles
93% 1096 votes
Movie Theaters 1 Casino Way (The Casino), Avalon, CA MoreLess Info
The elabrately painted Avalon Theater is a working movie theater first erected to screen silent movies with pipe organ accompaniment. The organ remains, although it is usually silent. The Avalon Theater is particularly popular with fans of the Art Deco architectural style.
47.3 Miles
91% 5062 votes
Walking Tours 1 Casino Way, Avalon, CA 90704 MoreLess Info
Visitors to the Catalina Island Casino are whisked back to the glamorous heydey of supper clubs, glamorous gambling halls and big band music. This large and sumptuously appointed casino is also a high-caliber music performance space.
47.3 Miles
74% 897 votes
History Museums #1 Casino Way, Casino Building, Avalon, CA 90704 MoreLess Info
Discover the fascinating history of Catalina Island at the Catalina Island Museum, nestled on the first floor of the Catalina Casino. It is open every day except Christmas and New Year's Day and hosts a revolving variety of exhibitions related to the Island's history and development.
47.3 Miles
92% 26 votes
Parks Pierpont Avenue, Ventura, CA 93001 MoreLess Info
Marina Park is a recreational outdoor park that features a zip line, a playground area, portable restrooms, barbecue grills, and an open space area. The grassy space can be used for football, soccer, and Frisbee.
47.4 Miles
100% 6 votes
Parks 17671 Mystic Canyon Road, Chino Hills, CA 91709 MoreLess Info
Butterfield Park has a full basketball court for those who wish to play a quick game. The location also has a tot lot and a gazebo, providing the amenities for a family outing.
47.5 Miles
86% 29 votes
Walking Tours 113 Crescent, Avalon, CA 90704 MoreLess Info
Icons of Avalon gives historical and cultural tours, pointing out details you might have missed. Topics include architecture, important local figures, and famous influences.
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