Inglewood · Los Angeles County, CA

Cheap things to do in Inglewood

Scout analyzed 52 Inglewood places and surfaced the ones that actually fit cheap day out.

Places analyzed

52

Matches

24

Typical spend

$25

Typical visit

1.4 hr

Scout-verified spots

The Serving Spoon

Food & Drink

The Serving Spoon

The Serving Spoon is a solid spot for a casual breakfast or brunch with family and friends, or a late-night bite on weekends. Expect to spend $15-30 per person and dedicate about an hour for a meal.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Dulan's Soul Food Kitchen

Food & Drink

Dulan's Soul Food Kitchen

Dulan's Soul Food Kitchen is good for a casual, unfussy meal of classic soul food dishes. Expect to spend 45 minutes and $15-$30 per person for a satisfying plate, often taken after a local event or simply for a hearty lunch or dinner.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Lake Park

Morningside Park

Lake Park

Lake Park is a free, outdoor spot for a relaxed hour or two walk or picnic, good for families or a solo break. It can be easily paired with other nearby activities in Inglewood.

OutdoorsViewsAnimals
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Eucalyptus Park

Outdoors

Eucalyptus Park

Eucalyptus Park is a free neighborhood park suitable for a quick family outing or solo leisure, offering playgrounds, a skate park, and basketball courts for about an hour of activity.

OutdoorsSportsRelaxed
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Azucanela Churros & Coffee - Hawthorne

Food & Drink

Azucanela Churros & Coffee - Hawthorne

This coffee shop is a quick stop for churros and coffee, suitable for a casual solo visit or a brief family treat. Expect to spend under $15 per person for a snack and drink.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Awakening

Food & Drink

Awakening

Awakening is a casual coffee shop suitable for a quick stop during the day. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and $5-15 per person for a drink and a light bite.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Hilltop Coffee + Kitchen - Inglewood

Food & Drink

Hilltop Coffee + Kitchen - Inglewood

This cafe is a good stop for a casual breakfast or lunch, especially if looking for a relaxed atmosphere. Expect to spend 60-90 minutes and about $15-30 per person.

FoodWellnessRelaxed
$15–$30 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Starbucks Coffee Company

Morningside Park

Starbucks Coffee Company

This Starbucks is good for a quick stop for coffee and pastries, or a casual meet-up before or after other activities. Expect to spend 30 minutes and around $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingViews
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
La Fonda Of Inglewood Restaurant & Cafe

Food & Drink

La Fonda Of Inglewood Restaurant & Cafe

La Fonda Of Inglewood is a homestyle Mexican spot perfect for a casual, affordable meal. Expect to spend $10-25 per person and stay for about 45 minutes for a sit-down meal.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Coni’Seafood

Food & Drink

Coni’Seafood

Coni’Seafood is a good spot for a casual lunch or dinner focused on Mexican seafood specialties. Expect to spend about an hour and $15-30 per person, making it a good choice for a standalone meal or a stop during a larger outing in the area.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Three Weavers Brewing Company

Food & Drink

Three Weavers Brewing Company

Three Weavers Brewing Company is suitable for a casual outing to enjoy craft beer and some food, typically lasting 1-2 hours. Expect to spend $25-50 per person on drinks and snacks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
BaldwinHillsScenicOverlook

Blair Hills

BaldwinHillsScenicOverlook

Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook is great for a moderately challenging hike with rewarding city views, often paired with a post-hike meal nearby. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and less than $10 per person for parking.

OutdoorsViewsHistory
$0–$10 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Banksy : Genius or Vandal? Exhibition - Los Angeles

Jefferson

Banksy : Genius or Vandal? Exhibition - Los Angeles

This exhibition offers a focused look at Banksy's work, suitable for a 1.5-hour visit. It's a good standalone activity or can be paired with dinner, costing around $30-40 per person for entry.

ArtsHistoryRelaxed
$30–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Intuit Dome

Sports & Recreation

Intuit Dome

Intuit Dome is an arena primarily for sports and concerts, offering a lively evening out. Expect a minimum spend of $50 per person on tickets and concessions, with events lasting about 3 hours. Parking and navigating crowds will require planning.

Live musicSportsFood
$50–$300 typical3 hr visithard parking
The Wende Museum

Park West

The Wende Museum

Visit The Wende Museum for a free, educational deep dive into Cold War history, ideal for an afternoon outing that can pair with a meal in Culver City. Expect to spend 1-2 hours exploring the artifacts and archives.

ArtsHistoryViews
$0 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
Culver City Park

Jefferson

Culver City Park

Culver City Park is ideal for a free family outing or solo stroll, featuring sports fields, a dog park, and picnic areas. Plan for 1.5-2 hours, bring your own food and drinks, and avoid rainy weather.

OutdoorsAnimalsSports
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Jesse Owens Park

Gramercy Park

Jesse Owens Park

Jesse Owens Park is good for a casual family outing or solo exercise, pairing well with a picnic or a quick stop for kids to play. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and costs are low, with an optional fee for the pool.

OutdoorsSportsAnimals
$0–$10 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Bayou Grille

Food & Drink

Bayou Grille

Bayou Grille is a good stop for a casual, affordable meal of New Orleans-style food, fitting well into a quick lunch or dinner plan. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a meal that takes under an hour.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Hawthorne Memorial Park

Outdoors

Hawthorne Memorial Park

13.5-acre park with ball fields, basketball & tennis courts, a wading pool & a picnic area.

Outdoors
1.5 hr visit
Fiesta Martin Mexican Grill

Food & Drink

Fiesta Martin Mexican Grill

This is a casual spot for a Mexican meal, suitable for families or a relaxed outing. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-35 per person for food.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Ladera Park

Windsor Hills

Ladera Park

Ladera Park is a free local park for a couple of hours of outdoor activity, like a picnic or sports, often before or after a meal elsewhere. Expect to spend 1.5-3 hours here.

OutdoorsSportsAnimals
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Little Belize Restaurant

Food & Drink

Little Belize Restaurant

This is a casual spot for a straightforward meal of Belizean food, suitable for a relaxed lunch or dinner. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $15-30 per person.

FoodRelaxed
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Topanga State Park

Pacific Palisades

Topanga State Park

Topanga State Park is ideal for a half-day to full-day outdoor excursion, offering extensive hiking and scenic views for around $10-15 per vehicle for parking. It pairs well with a picnic or a meal in nearby Topanga Canyon.

OutdoorsViewsAnimals
$10–$15 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Hollywood Park

Morningside Park

Hollywood Park

Hollywood Park is a large event and retail complex, good for attending a game or concert, followed by dinner and shopping. Expect to spend a few hours and anywhere from $30 to $250+ per person depending on the event and activities.

ShoppingFoodSports
$30–$250 typical1 hr visitmoderate parking

Worth the splurge

When the night needs to land.

What Scout found

  • 39 of the 52 analyzed Inglewood places fit cheap day out.
  • 36% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 38% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Quiet, Scenic, Adventurous.

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