- 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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During ballroom dancing classes, beginners can learn a variety of dance styles including the waltz, cha-cha, foxtrot, and tango
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Galerie Michael houses fine European paintings. Famous painters featured include Marc Chagall, and Rembrandt.
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Rodeo Drive
Santa Monica Blvd at Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
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One of the most famous locations in California, Rodeo Drive is the premier shopping destination in Beverly Hills. It is home to chic boutiques, haute couture clothing salons, trendy nightclubs and world-class restaurants.
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A tourist location and Hollywood filming spot, Will Rogers Memorial Park is surrounded by busy streets and offers an oasis of trees, a koi pond and paved walkways. The park also includes a fountain, benches and restrooms.
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6300 Hetzler Road, Culver City, CA 90232
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The Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook is an overlook that looks over the city of Los Angeles from 511-feet above it. The overlook has a panoramic view of the Los Angeles Basin, the Pacific Ocean, and the surrounding mountains.
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For fans of television, Paley Center for Media collects and honors shows with particular merit. This could be a trip down memory lane for some.
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Two Rodeo Drive can be described as a mall designed in the form of an old European city complete with its cobblestone paths. Apart from being a very photogenic location, it also has a range of upscale fashion stores and restaurants.
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North Santa Monica Blvd & North Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
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Beverly Gardens Park is a unique 1.9-mile long linear park that is a very popular location among tourists. Visitors flock to the 40-foot Beverly Hills sign located within the park, one the most photographed areas in the city.
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Virginia Robinson Gardens are a popular historic landmark in Beverly Hills. The botanical gardens are very beautiful and well-maintained. The estate itself houses many antique collectibles gathered from all over the world by Henry and Virginia Robinson. Guided tours of the place are available.
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As a resting place for members of the local Jewish community, the Hillside Memorial Park provides a tranquil setting for its visitors to remember their loved ones. The park also has a variety of architecture and a waterfall that many may find appealing.
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A fun and memorable drive, Sunset Boulevard is a popular route from Los Angeles to Hollywood. This also covers well known destinations such as Beverly Hills as well as landmarks and attractions including Sunset Sound Studios, UCLA and the Beverly Hills Hotel.