Free & Cheap Things to Do in Costa Mesa, CA

  • The list below includes 675 free or cheap things to do in or near Costa Mesa, California, including 135 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Music Venue and Gardens.
  • From California Scenario to Fairview Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Costa Mesa and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Long Beach, Cerritos and Lakewood.
  • The list below includes 675 free or cheap things to do in or near Costa Mesa, California, including 135 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Music Venue and Gardens.
  • From California Scenario to Fairview Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Costa Mesa and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Long Beach, Cerritos and Lakewood.
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41.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Mountains Mount Lowe Railway Trail, Altadena, CA 91001 MoreLess Info
Echo Mountain is a hiking destination that spans a total of 6-miles in length and includes free parking. The area has opportunities for mountain biking, hiking, walking, running, and wildlife viewing.
41.1 Miles
70% 254 votes
Neighborhoods 9040 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90069 MoreLess Info
Sunset Strip is a popular shopping and entertainment area in Los Angeles. Good for first time visitors to LA, but can get very crowded.
41.1 Miles
88% 16 votes
Parks 2302 4th St., Santa Monica, CA 90405 MoreLess Info
A 2.07 acres park offers ocean views and quiet contemplation. Mary Hotchkiss Park's sloping lawn plays host to many picnics on weekends.
41.1 Miles
84% 19 votes
1544

The Roxy

Jazz/Blues Bars 9009 W. Sunset Blvd. at East Doheny St., West Hollywood, CA MoreLess Info
Located on popular Sunset Strip, the Roxy Theater is a well-known concert venue for musicians from all genres. Comedians and other performers have also graced the stage of this epic club.
41.1 Miles
100% 6 votes
Parks 12350 Banyan Street, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 MoreLess Info
Rancho Cucamonga's Day Creek Park features a variety of large and small picnic shelters that can be reserved for parties or special events. In addition, the park has an array of sports fields and courts, as well as walking trails.
41.1 Miles
88% 17 votes
Race Tracks 12685 Holly Street, Riverside, CA 92509 MoreLess Info
Featuring five racing tracks on its property, Milestone Ranch MX Park provides visitors with tracks ranging from beginner to advanced levels. The park hosts a variety of amateur and professional motocross racing events that are open to the public.
41.1 Miles
97% 90 votes
Hiking Trails Cobb Estate, Lake Ave & E Loma Alta Drive, Altadena, CA 91001 MoreLess Info
Offering a challenging hike for both beginners and advanced hikers, trails lead to Inspiration Point where there are great mountain views. Along with hikers, the trail is also suitable for mountain bikers.
41.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
1548

Mt Lowe

Hiking Trails Mt. Lowe Railway Trl, Altadena, CA 91001 MoreLess Info
The scenic tourist line, Mt Lowe, was created as a way for visitors to see Mt Lowe and Echo Mountain. Along the trail, visitors can read the historical markers that tell the story of the rail line.
41.2 Miles
80% 20 votes
Parks Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA MoreLess Info
South of Muscle Beach Santa Monica's International Chess Park features a human-size chessboard and permanent chess tables. Open tables are free for the spectators
41.2 Miles
50% 14 votes
Movie Theaters 1688 N Perris Blvd, Perris, CA 92571 MoreLess Info
A movie theater featuring 10 auditoriums, Regency Perris 10 displays first-run feature films. The theater offers a room with arcade game machines, private party facilities and a concession stand with food and drinks.
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