Free & Cheap Things to Do in Riverside, CA

  • The list below includes 389 free or cheap things to do in or near Riverside, California, including 126 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Other Entertainment and History Museums.
  • From Mount Rubidoux Park to California Citrus State Historic Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Riverside and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chino, Fontana, Claremont and San Bernardino.
  • The list below includes 389 free or cheap things to do in or near Riverside, California, including 126 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Other Entertainment and History Museums.
  • From Mount Rubidoux Park to California Citrus State Historic Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Riverside and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chino, Fontana, Claremont and San Bernardino.
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37.1 Miles
73% 139 votes
Movie Theaters 410 S Myrtle Avenue, Monrovia, CA 91016 MoreLess Info
With LFX, digital 3DX, and regular screen options, guests at Krikorian Premiere Theatres Monrovia Cinema can choose their screening experience. The theater offers the most popular blockbusters and even select independent films.
37.1 Miles
100% 13 votes
Hiking Trails 1200 N Canyon Blvd, Monrovia, CA 91016 MoreLess Info
At an elevation of 1,680 feet, Ben Overturff Trail is a challenging and rewarding hike. The steep trail is 2 miles long and is full of interesting wildlife and other pieces of nature.
37.2 Miles
94% 193 votes
Canyon 1200 N Canyon Blvd, Monrovia, CA 91016 MoreLess Info
Monrovia Canyon Park was first opened in 1911 and offers three trail heads that are open year-round and lead to Monrovia Falls. There is also a renovated cabin that provides 1,200 square feet of private event space.
37.2 Miles
20% 15 votes
Parks 570 W. 18th Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 MoreLess Info
The Lions Park is great for playing, picnicking, walking, and playing softball. The park contains Davis Field, the Costa Mesa Historical Society, a recreation center, a community center, library, and fire station.
37.2 Miles
94% 49 votes
Kayaking 100 N Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660 MoreLess Info
At Southwind Kayak Center Rental Base, visitors can choose from single or double kayaks to take out to the bay. While paddling, visitors will receive views of the ocean and the yachts docked at nearby piers.
37.2 Miles
21% 19 votes
Movie Theaters 641 Camino De Los Mares, San Clemente, CA 92673 MoreLess Info
Popular first-run Hollywood films are presented at Krikorian Premiere Theatres throughout the week with certain bargain ticket times. There are six individual auditoriums, a full snack bar, and select movies shown in Digital 3DX.
37.2 Miles
73% 145 votes
Music Venue 130 E 17th St, Ste A, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 MoreLess Info
Guests can enjoy a traditional Irish pub that serves a full range of cocktails and spirits at The Harp Inn. The Harp Inn also serves as a live music venue and sports bar.
37.2 Miles
94% 233 votes
Beaches 9th Ave & Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA 92652 MoreLess Info
Thousand Steps Beach is a public beach at the bottom of a 230 step staircase across from the Pacific Coast Highway. The beautiful sandy beach has arches and a hidden cave at the south end, accessible only at low-tide.
37.2 Miles
56% 9 votes
Parks 321 S Myrtle Avenue, Monrovia, CA 91016 MoreLess Info
With 13 developed acres, Monrovia Library Park is a sizeable place to spend a sunny afternoon. The park features a band shell performance area for local events and ADA approved drinking fountains.
37.3 Miles
76% 37 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 12821 Knott Street, Garden Grove, CA 92841 MoreLess Info
Featuring over a dozen fields and courts, Next Level Sports Complex provides a venue for basketball, volleyball and soccer. The facility offers court and field rentals, instructional and training programs, fitness classes, sports camps and a snack bar.
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