Free & Cheap Things to Do in Santa Monica, CA

  • The list below includes 728 free or cheap things to do in or near Santa Monica, California, including 134 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Parks, Bars and Beaches.
  • From Santa Monica Mountains to Palisades Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Santa Monica and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Malibu, Pasadena and Glendale.
  • The list below includes 728 free or cheap things to do in or near Santa Monica, California, including 134 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Parks, Bars and Beaches.
  • From Santa Monica Mountains to Palisades Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Santa Monica and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Los Angeles, Malibu, Pasadena and Glendale.
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45.3 Miles
79% 57 votes
Movie Theaters 300 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660 MoreLess Info
At Edwards Big Newport Theatre, visitors can see a blockbuster film on its first run in reclining, leather seats. The concession stand serves favorites like Icees, candy, buttered popcorn, and other snacks.
45.3 Miles
64% 25 votes
Playgrounds 4535 McGrath St, Unit B, Ventura, CA 93003 MoreLess Info
A children's entertainment center, The Clubhouse Fun Zone features a jungle gym, an inflatable play structure and a number of toys for younger children. It also provides a lounge area for parents, Wi-Fi Internet access, computers and a cafe.
45.3 Miles
82% 120 votes
Movie Theaters 4245 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA 92612 MoreLess Info
Located in UC Irvine's University Town Center plaza, Edwards University Cinema offers showings of independent films. They participate in the Regal Cinemas rewards program so guests can receive reward points for every purchase.
45.3 Miles
88% 121 votes
Hiking Trails 26981 Peters Canyon Road, Tustin, CA 92782 MoreLess Info
Located within the 340-acre Peters Canyon Regional Park, the Peters Canyon Hike is a popular hike among local visitors. Hikers enjoy trekking through the multiple trails provided, observing the scenic surroundings around them.
45.3 Miles
87% 15 votes
Parks 10250 Pioneer Road, Tustin, CA 92782 MoreLess Info
Pioneer Park is a unique park with a number of different amenities available for use to its visitors. Amenities include a pioneer-themed playground, basketball court, picnic area, and a water play area.
45.3 Miles
100% 8 votes
Parks 11385 Pioneer Road, Tustin, CA 92782 MoreLess Info
Cedar Grove Park is a public park offering a number of amenities for its visitors to enjoy. These amenities include several basketball courts, playground equipment, an amphitheater, and a nature trail.
45.3 Miles
50% 14 votes
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Ice Palace

Skating Rinks 23641 La Palma Avenue, Yorba Linda, CA 92887 MoreLess Info
In addition to freestyle skating, Ice Palace offers a chance for both youths and adults to learn how to play hockey in its ice rink. The rink has its own pro shop where visitors can purchase skates.
45.3 Miles
50% 6 votes
1468

The Rink

Skating Rinks 23641 La Palma Avenue, Yorba Linda, CA 92887 MoreLess Info
The Rink is an ice hockey facility that features public skate, a fully stocked pro shop, youth hockey camps, and youth hockey leagues. The ice rink also has a learn to play program that provides free hockey instruction.
45.3 Miles
50% 2 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 39800 Country Club Drive, Palmdale, CA 93551 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1954, the Antelope Valley Country Club is a club offering a number of amenities for its members to enjoy. A championship golf course, tennis courts, swimming pools, and a large club house are among the club's amenities.
45.4 Miles
74% 43 votes
Movie Theaters 1440 Eastman Avenue, Ventura, CA 93003 MoreLess Info
Showing older movies, Regency Theatres offers tickets at $3 each. Every Wednesday night the theater offers a date night special that includes two hot dogs and drinks. They also have special screenings of cult classics like Rocky Horror Picture Show.
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