Free & Cheap Things to Do in Pasadena, CA

  • The list below includes 962 free or cheap things to do in or near Pasadena, California, including 131 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Art Museum, Playgrounds and Sports Stadiums (Amateur).
  • From Huntington Library & Gardens to California Institute of Technolgy, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Pasadena and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Glendale, Santa Monica and Cerritos.
  • The list below includes 962 free or cheap things to do in or near Pasadena, California, including 131 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Art Museum, Playgrounds and Sports Stadiums (Amateur).
  • From Huntington Library & Gardens to California Institute of Technolgy, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Pasadena and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Glendale, Santa Monica and Cerritos.
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30.9 Miles
64% 87 votes
Dog Park 190 S. Yorba Street, Orange, CA 92867 MoreLess Info
Part of Yorba Park, the Orange Dog Park is open six days a week from dawn until dusk. The park offers separate areas for large and small dogs, dog drinking fountains, waste bags and waste scoopers.
30.9 Miles
88% 25 votes
Natural Landmarks 1 Ocean Trails Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 MoreLess Info
An oceanside park with views of cliffs, bluffs, and the sea, Founder's Park offers both grassy areas and a beach. It features picnic areas and hiking trails, and some parts are open to pets.
30.9 Miles
100% 8 votes
Parks Officer Randal Simmons Memorial Bridge, 1 Ocean Trails Drive, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 MoreLess Info
Named for the city's first mayor, Marilyn Ryan Sunset Point Park features views of the Palos Verdes hills and the Pacific Ocean. The park provides open grass fields, picnic tables, a memorial bridge and trails for walking and biking.
30.9 Miles
Children's Play Area 16121 Brookhurst Street, Fountain Valley, CA 92708 MoreLess Info
Frogg's Bounce House is a large inflatable play zone designed for children. It features inflatable slides and obstacle courses, a playhouse with toy cars to ride around in, and a party room with a dance floor and disco ball.
30.9 Miles
96% 26 votes
Hiking Trails 2315 Kuehner Drive, Simi Valley, CA 93063 MoreLess Info
Rocky Peak Park is a large 4,800 acre park populated by sandstone boulders, oak savannahs, and numerous water sources. The park offers three hiking trails of varying difficulty, and is home to a diverse collection of wildlife.
31.0 Miles
97% 65 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 5970 Palos Verdes Drive South, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 MoreLess Info
Those seeking a scenic hike and unique marine life will appreciate Abalone Cove Shoreline Park & Ecological Reserve. The park features breathtaking views from the bluff, crisscrossing trails and abundant sea life in its two beaches and tide pools.
31.0 Miles
Touted as Orange County's finest cultural museum, the Bowers Museum of Cultural Art has a lot to offer both tourists and locals. The museum offers exhibits ranging from Chinese history to art from the Pacific Islands, as well as early Californian artifacts, art and sculptures.
31.0 Miles
86% 167 votes
History Museums 2002 N Main Street, Santa Ana, CA 92706 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1936, the Bowers Museum is a historical museum dedicated to celebrating international cultures through art. Exhibits at the museum include ancient Terra Cotta Warriors, artifacts from lost civilizations, and artwork.
31.0 Miles
90% 123 votes
Bay 5970 Palos Verdes Dr S, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275 MoreLess Info
Dogs are permitted in the upper picnic area and on designated trails of Abalone Cove Shoreline Park. This park features two beaches, tide pools, bluff top viewing areas, and trails throughout the area to bring family and friends.
31.0 Miles
56% 59 votes
Beaches 3720 Stephen M White Drive, San Pedro, CA 90731 MoreLess Info
Cabrillo Beach is a white sand beach that is patrolled by life guards during the summer months. The beach features barbecue pits, picnic tables, play areas for kids, and jet ski and swimming areas.
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