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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26.5 Miles
63% 62 votes
Beaches 2100 E. Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA MoreLess Info
Spend a day in the sun with family and visit City Beach, in Long Beach. Frolic near the Dolphins that swim close to shore, enjoy the warm waters and gentle waves that are perfect for the little ones to enjoy, this is an ideal family beach.
26.6 Miles
98% 64 votes
Libraries 18025 Bloomfield Ave, Cerritos, CA 90703 MoreLess Info
The Cerritos Library features a variety of collections, including a book art collection, a fine art collection, and a First Ladies collection. The location's Teen Studio also hosts events for younger guests to enjoy.
26.6 Miles
92% 686 votes
Botanical Gardens 301 N. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, CA 91007 MoreLess Info
Composed of 127 acres of land, the Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden has a wide array of plants with several paths and trails through the site. There are also walking tours, an on-site cafe, and tram tours on the weekends.
26.6 Miles
41% 324 votes
Movie Theaters 7501 Carson Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90808 MoreLess Info
A 27-screen movie theater, Edwards Long Beach Stadium 26 & IMAX displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers an IMAX auditorium, stadium seating, a game room, mobile ticketing and a snack bar.
26.6 Miles
75% 102 votes
Playgrounds 400 S Baldwin Avenue, Arcadia, CA 91007 MoreLess Info
Jump 'n Jammin is a large indoor playground with slides, tubes, bridges, obstacle courses, climbing, foam balls, and many other interactive attractions. They also have vending machines with snacks and there is a separate play area for toddlers.
26.6 Miles
88% 8 votes
Parks 10130 S Gunn Avenue, Whittier, CA 90605 MoreLess Info
Formerly known as Gunn Park, Adventure Park is situated on over 15 acres that includes baseball diamonds, basketball courts and grassy fields. The park provides areas suitable for walking and jogging, exercise equipment and a children's playground.
26.6 Miles
89% 9 votes
Parks 16910 S Maria Avenue, Cerritos, CA 90703 MoreLess Info
The three acre Frontier Park is a small neighborhood park with picnic tables and shelters. The park also has an arts-and-crafts room, playground equipment, barbecues, a half court basketball court, and a softball field.
26.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
History Museums 380 W Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007 MoreLess Info
The Arcadia Historical Museum features a variety of permanent and visiting exhibits pertaining to local history and culture. The museum also features works of art, primarily by local and regional artists.
26.7 Miles
100% 13 votes
Arts & Crafts Classes 25850 Mcbean Parkway, Valencia, CA 91355 MoreLess Info
Providing artistic training, Pinot's Palette Valencia offers classes where visitors can enjoy an alcoholic beverage while learning how to paint. Visitors can choose from a variety of red and white wines.
26.7 Miles
81% 36 votes
Botanical Gardens 18125 Bloomfield Avenue, Cerritos, CA 90703 MoreLess Info
A gift from the City of Cerritos to the community, the Cerritos Sculpture Garden features a combination of small, intimate spaces and open areas, and showcases a variety of works of art.
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