- 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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A wide range of outdoor activities are offered within the Wildwood Canyon Park. Within the nature area, there is a two-mile trail system, picnic areas, open grass play sections, and public restrooms.
17.5 Miles
Nibley Park is a small 2.4 acre neighborhood park featuring several shaded picnic areas. The park also offers a basketball court, two tennis courts, an open field, and a playground for children.
17.6 Miles
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15151 San Fernando Mission Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
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Established in the late 1790's, Mission San Fernando is a popular historic landmark. The Mission has been recently restored and maintains an active church, a museum and beautiful surrounding gardens. Its most significant feature is the colonnade along San Fernando Boulevard.
17.7 Miles
Families and individuals seeking old school entertainment enjoy Torrance's Palo Verdes Bowl. In operation since 1958, the bowling alley is one of the top independently owned bowling chains in California.
18.1 Miles
Youth and adults alike love the broad activity options at Veteran's Park. The park boasts a 10,000 square foot skate park, an amphitheater, a picnic area, and lighted baseball diamonds.
18.2 Miles
Located in a private neighborhood behind mansions, Lechuza Beach offers visitors panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. The beach has unique features like rock formations and tides pools to explore.
18.3 Miles
Showing both blockbuster hits and independent films, AMC Rolling Hills 20 offers stadium seating and digital projection for its guests. The theater has a new self-serve soda machine with a variety of flavors available.
18.3 Miles
Spanning 36 acres, Verdugo Park offers a baseball field, basketball court, horseshoe court, a playground with sand boxes, and a skate park. Picnic areas and benches are spread throughout the park.
18.3 Miles
A very large outdoor space, South Gate Park offers activities for all ages. With multiple facilities, the park is equipped with a golf course, athletic fields, a skate park and swimming pool.