Free or Almost Free Things To Do

Angel Stadium Tour - $3 Adults, $2 Children

angel stadium of anaheim (by ozmafan)

The "behind-the-scenes" tour is both an enjoyable and educational experience. You will be invited to view areas that are normally restricted to the public. The complete tour includes a visit to the following areas: Press Box, Press Conference Room, Clubhouse, and Dugout.

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Orange County Great Park Balloon Rides

Orange County Great Park Balloon

The helium (not hot-air) balloon, which is located in the 27.5-acre Preview Park, provides a great view of Orange County from 400 feet in the air. There is a charge for parking, but each balloon ride is free.

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Huntington Beach Pier and Main Street

Over Your Shoulder (by SteevzStuff)

One of the premier spots to catch the perfect Southern California sunset, Huntington Beach Pier and Main Street are iconic Orange County destinations. Unique features include live concerts, boutique shops and the red-roofed Ruby's Diner at the end of the pier.

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Bowers Museum: First Sundays Are Free

Bowers  Museum in Santa Ana (by Mike Chen aka MetalMan)

Visitors can get into the Bowers Museum and the Kidseum for free on the first Sunday of each month. All activities are also free on these days.

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Discovery Science Center - Adults, $12.95 / Kids (3-17), $9.95

Discovery Science Center is celebrating "A Decade of Discovery" as the Cube turns ten! The center has 59,000 square feet of exhibit space packed with interactive science exhibits designed to spark children's natural curiosity.

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MUZEO - Adults, $13 / Kids, $9

MUZEO

The MUZEO hosts three exciting traveling exhibitions every year in the heart of Downtown Anaheim. 2010 exhibits include the State of the Blues: The Living Legend of the Delta, Frogs: A Chorus of Colors and The Holy Art of Imperial Russia.

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Hike/Mountain Bike in an Orange County Park

Hike/Bike in an Orange County Park

With nearly 40,000 acres of parks, historical and coastal facilities and open space, the Orange County Park system features endless opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.

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Orange County's Farmer's Markets

Orange County Farmers Market

Foodies unite for fresh produce, flowers, crafts and live entertainment!

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Fullerton Arboretum

Housed on the grounds of Cal State Fullerton, the Fullerton Arboretum is a collection of more than 4,000 plants on 26 acres of land. The arboretum is open from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. every day except New Year's Day, Christmas Day and Thanksgiving and admission is free (donations are welcome, though).

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Ride the Balboa Island Ferry

Welcome To Balboa Island (by Kevin Labianco)

The Balboa Island Ferry has been transporting passengers between Balboa Island and Balboa Peninsula since 1919. This historic and scenic trip operates from 6:30 a.m. - midnight Sun - Thurs. and 6:30 a.m. - 2:00 a.m. Fri. and Sat.

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