Free & Cheap Things to Do in Monterey Park, CA

  • The list below includes 1128 free or cheap things to do in or near Monterey Park, California, including 132 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Maze, Movie Theaters and Art Museum.
  • From Barnes Park to Heritage Park AKA Cascades Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Monterey Park and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Pasadena, Lakewood and Long Beach.
  • The list below includes 1128 free or cheap things to do in or near Monterey Park, California, including 132 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Maze, Movie Theaters and Art Museum.
  • From Barnes Park to Heritage Park AKA Cascades Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Monterey Park and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Pasadena, Lakewood and Long Beach.
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6.6 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.
6.7 Miles
H.I.S. International Day Tours features the Night View Tour at Griffith Observatory and the Dinner at the Castaway Restaurant. A unique experience to view Los Angeles from above.
6.7 Miles
100% 6 votes
History Museums 525 Alpine St., Los Angeles, CA 90012 MoreLess Info
If you're interested in the history of Southern California, then the Studio for Southern Californian History is worth a visit. Admission is free and the museum hosts a variety of permanent and non-permanent exhibits.
6.8 Miles
56% 9 votes
Art Gallery 3049 E. Vernon Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90058 MoreLess Info
Farmer John's Murals at the Clougherty Packing Company in Vernon California was painted by artist Les Grimes for eleven years and finished by Arno Jordan. It is basically a painting on the wall of the packaging company, that shows you farm land images.
6.8 Miles
81% 625 votes
Children's Museums 480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91103 MoreLess Info
Kids have fun learning at the Kidspace Children's Museum in Pasadena, California. The exhibits emphasize physics, chemistry and other natural sciences. Kidspace is also a popular field trip destination and is active in community science education outreach.
6.8 Miles
73% 357 votes
Shopping Districts Downtown, Los Angeles, CA MoreLess Info
A short walk from Downtown, Little Tokyo in Los Angeles features Japanese restaurants, supermarkets, and shops. Highlights include a Japanese museum, a Japanese garden, a Sanrio store, and music performances in the evening.
6.9 Miles
81% 144 votes
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City Hall

Observation Decks 200 N. Spring St. between First and Temple, Los Angeles, CA 90012 MoreLess Info
Many might recognize the City Hall as the 'Daily Planet' headquarters on George Reeves Superman Show. The building has beautiful murals on the lower floors and observation decks free of viewing glass and wire mesh on the upper floors which provide great views of the city.
6.9 Miles
88% 3343 votes
Neighborhoods Los Angeles, CA MoreLess Info
A large open air mall in Los Angeles, Third Street offers both indoor and outdoor shopping. The mall is very popular, so parking can be hard to find.
6.9 Miles
88% 8 votes
Flea Markets 285 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007 MoreLess Info
626 Night Market is the largest Asian night market in the Los Angeles area. Over 200 vendors are featured at the market, and there are special entertainment events held throughout the week.
6.9 Miles
Live horse racing is frequently held during the active season at the Santa Anita Race Park which offers free entry. There are also 11 on-site eateries including bars and a guided Seabiscuit tour.
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