Free & Cheap Things to Do in Irvine, CA

  • The list below includes 711 free or cheap things to do in or near Irvine, California, including 135 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Children's Museums and Bowling.
  • From Bill Barber Community Park to Woodbridge Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Irvine and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Cerritos, Lakewood and Long Beach.
  • The list below includes 711 free or cheap things to do in or near Irvine, California, including 135 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Children's Museums and Bowling.
  • From Bill Barber Community Park to Woodbridge Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Irvine and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Laguna Beach, Cerritos, Lakewood and Long Beach.
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12.3 Miles
92% 12 votes
Lake 21472 Avenida De Los Fundadores, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 MoreLess Info
Situated between two mountain peaks, Lago Santa Margarita has a man made lake for visitors to fish and swim in. There is a picnic area, fitness area, and walking paths.
12.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 21921 Avenida De Los Fundadores, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 MoreLess Info
Cielo Vista Park is home to a large playground with structures for kids and benches for adults, surrounded by trees and lawns. Other features include picnic areas with grills, as well as a few lighted tennis courts.
12.3 Miles
79% 67 votes
Parks 31131 S Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 MoreLess Info
Aliso Beach offers a range of water activities including swimming, skimboarding, surfing, skin diving and paddle boarding. The beach also features tidepool exploration as well as a tot lot for children.
12.3 Miles
60% 5 votes
Parks 27802 Springwood, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 MoreLess Info
Situated on 2.4 acres, Hidden Hills Park features a half basketball court and a large open grass field suitable for sports like soccer and football. The park provides two children's playgrounds, park benches, a paved path and picnic facilities.
12.4 Miles
61% 64 votes
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History Museums 241 S Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92805 MoreLess Info
Diverse heritage, culture, and arts are showcased at Muzeo through exhibitions and creative programming. Every exhibit is enhanced with special programming, activities, and events with emphasis on three traveling shows annually that would otherwise not be displayed in the area.
12.5 Miles
67% 3 votes
Parks 31504 Avenida de Las Flores, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 MoreLess Info
A sports complex, Trabuco Mesa Park features three tennis courts, four softball fields and a full basketball court. The park also has a children's playground and a picnic area with barbecue grills.
12.6 Miles
96% 118 votes
Parks 7600 E La Palma, Anaheim, CA 92807 MoreLess Info
Arranged as a linear day-use park, Yorba Regional Park is spread over 140 acres of land. Visitors are able to access over 400 picnic tables, a series of four small lakes for fishing, two baseball diamonds, and several playgrounds.
12.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
Fishing 6460 Shady Lawn Drive, Yorba Linda, CA 92886 MoreLess Info
Creators of fishing equipment, Sato Custom Rods are quality made to last. Although they are highly functional, they are also collectible and therefore can be passed down to loved ones.
12.7 Miles
48% 61 votes
Dog Park Edwards St & Inlet Drive, Huntington Beach, CA 92605 MoreLess Info
Fenced in, Huntington Beach Dog Park provides a safe place for dogs to roam and meet new friends. Other park amenities include doggie water fountains and waste bags for easy clean up.
12.7 Miles
88% 17 votes
Hiking Trails 22105 Paseo Del Sur, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 MoreLess Info
A moderately challenging hiking trail that leads hikers among the mansions of South Laguna Beach, the Valido Trail offers several stunning vistas and provides a brief but vigorous hiking workout.
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