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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Valentino 3115 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA MoreLess Info
Prosecco or wine complements dishes such as shrimp-stuffed calamari, gnocchi with prosciutto, and lobster risotto in a fine-dining setting
16.3 Miles
78% 9 votes
Parks 3900 West 235th Street, Torrance, CA 90505 MoreLess Info
Situated on 14.7 acres, Lago Seco Park features baseball fields, basketball courts and a large grass area suitable for recreational activities. The park also offers a children's playground, picnic tables, paved walking paths and community gardens.
16.3 Miles
71% 254 votes
Jazz/Blues Bars 339 N Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA 91210 MoreLess Info
A jazz supper club, the Jax Bar & Grill is located in the basement of a 1920s era downtown building. The club features a wide array of live jazz acts, and serves a variety of food and beverage options.
16.4 Miles
79% 164 votes
Family Fun Center 135 S.Glendale Avenue, Glendale, CA 91205 MoreLess Info
Suitable for both leagues and casual bowlers, Jewel City Bowl offers 24 lanes of bowling and shoe rental. The bowling alley also serves both food and alcoholic beverages and has events such as a Sunday football tailgate party.
16.4 Miles
97% 32 votes
Art Museum Forest Lake Memorial, 1712 S Glendale Avenue, Glendale, CA 91205 MoreLess Info
The Forest Lawn Museum showcases the works of world-renowned artists as well as a variety of other exhibits, both permanent and visiting. Recent exhibits have included Legos and motorcycle collections.
16.5 Miles
96% 23 votes
Art Gallery 1625 Abalone Ave, at Sunrider International, Torrance, CA 90501 MoreLess Info
A private, non-profit art gallery, the Chen Art Gallery showcases the private collection of world renowned herbalist, Dr. Tei Fu Chen. Dr. Chen has amassed one of the largest private collections of Chinese art in the United States and presents it here for visitors to enjoy.
16.5 Miles
89% 47 votes
Parks 1601 W. Mountain Street, Glendale, CA 91201 MoreLess Info
Spread across 31 acres, Brand Park is home to the Miss American Green Cross Statue. The park also offers hiking and biking trails, a basketball court, softball field, picnic areas, children's playground and seasonal wading pool.
16.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 921 Cressey Street, Compton, CA 90222 MoreLess Info
Adjacent to an elementary school and community bike path, Compton Creek Natural Park was created as an environmental learning center. It features a natural habitat to attract birds and other wildlife along with a playground, amphitheater and picnic space.
16.6 Miles
91% 35 votes
Music Venue 1249 Lockheed View Drive, Burbank, CA 91501 MoreLess Info
Catch a concert during the summer music series at The Starlight Bowl. This well-known outdoor amphitheater seats 3,000 plus space for another 2,000 on the lawn. Guests can bring their own food and beverages.
16.6 Miles
90% 41 votes
Hiking Trails Starts At Back of Lot Near Green Cross, Glendale, CA MoreLess Info
A steep mountain trail, Brand Park Hiking Trail has benches at the halfway point and is dog-friendly, but offers no shade. The trail can be tackled via a 2 mile route or a less challenging 4.5 mile paved route.
16.7 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 17400 Lysander Drive, Carson, CA 90746 MoreLess Info
Stevenson Park offers lots of tall, shady trees, green grass, several picnic tables and two playgrounds. The park also features two baseball fields along with a snack bar during little league games and indoor basketball courts.
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