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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Quality, ethically sourced meat from experienced butchers with an old-fashioned approach towards their product available in a few locations
13.4 Miles
63% 8 votes
Haunted Tours King Gillette Ranch, 26800 West Mulholland Highway, Calabasas, CA 91302 MoreLess Info
Los Angeles Haunted Hayride is a seasonal event that features a number of Halloween centric attractions for ages 8+ to adult. Featured attractions include the highly rated Haunted Hayride with advanced special effects, maze, haunted house and sideshows.
13.4 Miles
- 3 votes
Parks 15400 Cimarron Way, Gardena, CA 90249 MoreLess Info
George H Freeman Memorial Park, locally known as Freeman Park, has a tennis court, baseball diamond, and a half basketball court. The park also offers a picnic area and green space for lounging.
13.6 Miles
66% 481 votes
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La Cita

Bars 336 S Hill Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013 MoreLess Info
Located Downtown Los Angeles, La Cita bar is a Mexican bar that organizes different theme nights. They have a large dance floor for people stopping in and a backyard brick patio.
13.6 Miles
81% 323 votes
Landmarks Los Angeles, CA MoreLess Info
Featuring beautiful homes, recreational areas, and celebrity inhabitants, the Hollywood Hills neighborhood in Los Angeles affords gorgeous views of the city of Los Angeles. The hills are a part of the Santa Monica Mountains.
13.6 Miles
63% 199 votes
Shopping Districts 110 E. 9th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021 MoreLess Info
The Fashion District in the heart of downtown Los Angeles features 82 blocks of shops. Clothing, jewelry, and more can be found, and one block is devoted entirely to nearly every type of fabric imaginable.
13.6 Miles
81% 26 votes
Religious Buildings 1600 Las Virgenes Canyon Road, Calabasas, CA 91302 MoreLess Info
Visitors of the Malibu Hindu Temple will be able to receive both Pooja and Temple Services, including wedding engagement ceremonies. The location also hosts education tours of the site and dress code abidance is expected.
13.6 Miles
58% 81 votes
Arcades 123 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 MoreLess Info
Situated next to a beach, Redondo Fun Factory has boardwalk rides like a tilt-a-whirl, miniature carousels, and more. Visitors can play arcade games and redeem prizes with tickets won from these games.
13.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
Walking Tours 523 West Sixth St, Los Angeles, CA 90014 MoreLess Info
Los Angeles Conservacy is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of architectural and cultural landmarks of LA. They also offer guided tours of many historical places with easy access to otherwise restricted areas.
13.7 Miles
91% 270 votes
Libraries 630 W. 5th St., Los Angeles, CA MoreLess Info
Richard J. Riordan Central Library, with its impressive architecture and interior decor, is not to be missed. Being the primary downtown library, it has a large collection of books and artworks on display. It also offers computer facilities.
13.7 Miles
88% 42 votes
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Echo Park

Parks Los Angeles, CA 90026 MoreLess Info
Echo Park is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Los Angeles with a population of 45,444. It has a thriving music, fashion, and arts scene, and is very pedestrian-friendly.
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