- 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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Pasadena Museum of California Art (PMCA)
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490 E. Union St., Pasadena, CA 91101
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Californian art, architecture, and design is the central focus of the Pasadena Museum of California Art (PMCA). The collections cover the art of the state from 1850 until the present, and the institution holds regular educational programming every month.
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32100 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90265
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Famous for its rare beauty, El Matador State Beach features striking cliffs, rock formations, and deep blue water. The beach is patrolled by lifeguards on weekends, and features public restrooms at the trailhead.
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Located in a woodland area, Gabrielino Trail offers visitors a scenic hike with panoramic views of the San Gabriel Mountains. This hike is suited for visitors of all skill levels, with mild elevation changes and shallow streams to cross.
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9030 Somerset Blvd, Bellflower, CA 90706
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Hollywood Sports Paintball & Airsoft Park allows guests to play both sports on actual movie sets from films such as Starship Troopers and Saving Private Ryan. Hollywood personalities also make regular appearances at the 28 acre facility.
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Besides the unique rock formations and the thrill of hiking until reaching it, El Matador Beach is popular among the photographs, whether amateur or professional, since the lighting is always perfect.
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Featuring a statue that commemorates the life of Hall of Fame baseball player Ralph Kiner, Almansor Park's tennis and basketball courts also make it a suitable athletic destination. The site also contains barbeque pits.
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Mountain bikers can shuttle to Mount Lowe and Mount Wilson aboard the Shuttle Run. Very steep, this is the safest and most convenient way to get there. This spacious van provides room for riders as well as their bikes.
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Acquired by the City of Lakewood in 1971, Cherry Cove Park is situated on three acres and features a children's playground at its center. The park offers picnic tables, shade trees and a large turf area.
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Featuring a nice playground for the kids, as well as a softball field and basketball courts, there's plenty to enjoy at Reggie J Rodriguez Park. Visitors can also sit and relax, as well as go for a walk or run.
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39 S. El Molino Ave., Pasadena, CA 91101
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The majority of seasons at the Pasadena Playhouse feature a wide range of Tony and Pulitzer award winning plays. In addition to the performances, the institution has both outreach and artistic programs.