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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25.6 Miles
100% 8 votes
Dog Park 20711 Studebaker Road, Lakewood, CA 90715 MoreLess Info
Home Run Dog Park spans 2 acres and has separate fenced areas for big and small dogs. All dogs must be brought on a leash, be licensed with current tags, spayed/neutered, and over 6 months old.
25.6 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 5954 Kauffman Avenue, Temple City, CA 91780 MoreLess Info
A not for profit organization, the Historical Society of Temple City seeks to preserve, celebrate, and enhance awareness of Temple City's history and culture. The society sponsors a variety of events.
25.7 Miles
95% 39 votes
Parks 12896 Yerba Buena Road, Malibu, CA 90265 MoreLess Info
As a mountain trail, Circle X Ranch offers visitors a scenic nature trail in the wilderness with native plants like sage scrub and chaparral. The trail culminates at a water cave, where visitors can explore or have a picnic.
25.7 Miles
83% 42 votes
Botanical Gardens 400 W Gainsborough Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 MoreLess Info
The 33-acre Conejo Valley Botanic Garden is a public garden that is characterized by Oak trees, hillside specialty gardens, and a hiking trail. The hiking trail can be used for walking or running.
25.7 Miles
- 4 votes
Parks Fletcher Park Way, El Monte, CA 91731 MoreLess Info
Fletcher Park is a leisure park that spans 2.9 acres of land. The park features a covered picnic shelter, scattered picnic tables, a lighted basketball court, a playground, and a restroom.
25.7 Miles
56% 9 votes
Walking Trails 4626 Shadeway Road, Lakewood, CA 90713 MoreLess Info
Running alongside the San Gabriel River, West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail takes visitors through an area with native plants as well as wildlife. The trail is used primarily for walking including dog walking.
25.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 4626 North Shadeway Road, Lakewood, CA 90713 MoreLess Info
With several nature trails starting on the property, Monte Verde Park offers visitors a place to view native plants like Oak trees. The park has a lodge where visitors can sign up for fitness and arts classes.
25.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
History Museums 12426 Mapledale Street, Norwalk, CA 90650 MoreLess Info
Open to the public on the first and third Saturday of the month, Hargitt House is a Victorian style house that was built in the 19th century. The museum offers guided tours that are volunteer led.
25.8 Miles
70% 159 votes
Art Museum 2300 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA MoreLess Info
Long Beach Museum of Art is a two-story complex with rotating exhibitions. Works featured include Californian and European artists.
25.8 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 19832-19870 Gridley Road, Cerritos, CA 90703 MoreLess Info
The 10 acre Gridley Park is a neighborhood park with amenities for all ages. Some of these include a multipurpose field, playground equipment, a sand volleyball court, a basketball court, and picnic tables.
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