100 Free Things to Do in Los Angeles
Here it is, folks! Our list of 100 absolutely free things to do in Los Angeles, the city where arts and culture, attractions, activities, health and wellness, concerts and recreation come free of charge. If you're looking for fun things to do in LA on the cheaper side, why spend anything at all when you can see LA for a whopping $0?
Downtown LA
The historic heart of Los Angeles, Downtown LA features an extraordinary range of free attractions, from the birthplace of LA and world-class museums to culturally diverse neighborhoods and hidden gardens. Discover DTLA with free activities in the Historic Core, Grand Avenue, El Pueblo de Los Angeles, Chinatown, Little Tokyo, and Exposition Park.
South LA
One of LA's most culturally rich and diverse regions, South LA includes Baldwin Hills/Crenshaw, Inglewood, Leimert Park, West Adams and more. Free activities include a guided tour outside the iconic Watts Towers, the Museum of African American Art at Macy's Baldwin Hills Crenshaw, and a visit to Leimert Park, dubbed "the Black Greenwich Village" by the late John Singleton.
East LA
The vibrant and historic region of East LA was founded in 1870 by John Strother Griffin, aka "the father of East Los Angeles." Cultural highlights include the famed Mariachi Plaza, the bustling El Mercado de Los Angeles, the Chicano Resource Center, and the pioneering Self Graphics & Art, renowned for its annual Dia de los Muertos festivities.
Hollywood
From the home of the Oscars to the Hollywood Sign and Jimmy Kimmel Live!, you can experience the best of Hollywood without spending a dime. Discover LA icons and beloved hidden gems at Griffith Park. Explore Los Feliz and Silver Lake with free activities like biking the LA River, hidden stairs, and LGBTQ landmarks.
Westside
The Westside is the Best Side for renowned cultural attractions and some of LA's best hiking trails. From the Getty Center and Skirball Center to Museum Row in the Miracle Mile, you can experience world-class art for free. Relax in local gardens, or get your steps in with canyon hikes and running trails.
Beach Cities
It's an "Endless Summer" at LA's Beach Cities, which stretch from Malibu in the north to Venice Beach and down the coast to the South Bay. The sunshine is free, so get your Vitamin D while you're kicking back at world-famous beaches, hiking canyons and nature reserves, and biking along The Strand.
The Valley
One of LA's largest regions, the San Fernando Valley is filled with free cultural attractions and dog-friendly parks. Then head to the nearby San Gabriel Valley for more hidden gems and spectacular hikes in a U.S. National Monument.
