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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Movie Theaters 7770 Rosecrans Avenue, Paramount, CA 90723 MoreLess Info
At Paramount Drive In Theatres, visitors can watch double and triple features of the latest films from their car. The theaters feature modern technology like digital projectors and has two 75 foot screens.
20.5 Miles
100% 13 votes
Dog Park Westmont Dr & S Western Avenue, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 MoreLess Info
Situated on nearly ten acres, Eastview Park features open green space with trees and a jogging path along the perimeter. The park has a children's playground, restroom facilities and picnic tables.
20.5 Miles
72% 47 votes
Parks 500 N Palm Avenue, Alhambra, CA 91801 MoreLess Info
Not only does Alhambra Park provides access to its playground equipment, but the location also features a swimming pool. The park also contains several tennis and volleyball courts for those who wish to play.
20.5 Miles
60% 10 votes
Parks 700 S Atlantic Blvd, Monterey Park, CA 91754 MoreLess Info
Located in a residential setting, Cascades Park is situated on nearly two acres of narrow park land commonly used for wedding pictures. The park features a shallow waterfall along with grass fields, trees and benches.
20.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Historic Sites 700 El Mercado Avenue, Monterey Park, CA 91754 MoreLess Info
Jardin El Encanto is a Spanish style park that includes an observation terrace from which viewers can see the garden in the park. The sit also has a water fountain that empties into stepped pools.
20.6 Miles
91% 11 votes
Cooking Classes 1009 1/2 Fair Oaks Avenue, South Pasadena, CA 91030 MoreLess Info
A cooking school that offers a variety of classes from which students can choose, Urban Kitchen employs professional, experienced chefs. The facility offers private events and hosts parties and other gatherings.
20.6 Miles
100% 5 votes
Arts Centers 1506 Mission Street, South Pasadena, CA 91030 MoreLess Info
Promoting cultural arts to the community, Space Arts Center offers visitors classes and workshops for painting, sculpting, and other mediums of art. The center also houses a gallery with rotating exhibits featuring contemporary fine art.
20.6 Miles
56% 36 votes
Bowling 7502 Florence Avenue, Downey, CA 90240 MoreLess Info
Gather some friends and head to Del Rio Lanes for a fun night of bowling. Cosmic bowling is offered on Friday and Saturday nights, with disco lights, fog, music and more. Special events can be booked.
20.6 Miles
86% 56 votes
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Exit Game

Maze 111 N Atlantic Blvd, Ste 148, Monterey Park, CA 91754 MoreLess Info
Exit Game is an interactive social puzzle where teams of up to 12 will have 1 hour to escape a room. It uses a combination of mechanical, electrical, astronomy, physics and technical elements to create the atmosphere.
20.6 Miles
67% 43 votes
Movie Theaters 7900 All America Way, Paramount, CA 90723 MoreLess Info
Featuring two 75 foot screens, visitors of the Paramount Drive In can view popular first-run movies from the comfort of their car. In addition to a full on-site concession stand, the drive in theater offers Barco Digital projection and FM sound.
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