Parks
18 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- Beverly Hills Dog Park0.3 mi from downtown
- Reeve's Park0.5 mi from downtown
- Roxbury Park1.1 mi from downtown
On a budget
Free things to do in Beverly Hills
5 kinds of free outings in and around Beverly Hills.
Good days out in Beverly Hills don’t have to cost anything. These ideas come from the city’s parks, libraries, historic landmarks and nearby public lands. For free concerts, markets and festivals this week, see the free events calendar.
Libraries
Borrow books, movies and museum passes, and join free programs.
- Beverly Hills Public Library444 N. Rexford Dr.
- Roxbury Book Nook401 S. Roxbury Dr.
Historic places
9 landmarks on the National Register, many easy to see on a walk.
- Beverly Wilshire HotelBuilt 1928
- Greystone Mansion
- Harold Lloyd Estate
Hiking
Trails on public land; some areas charge a parking or day-use fee.
- Hansen Dam13 mi north
- Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area21 mi west
- Angeles National Forest22 mi east
Wildlife viewing
Birding and nature watching on public land.
- Sepulveda Dam8 mi northwest
- Hansen Dam13 mi north
- Whittier Narrows Dam20 mi east
Around town
Get a feel for the city
A WALK AROUND TOWN
Beverly Hills: a walk from the gardens to Rodeo Drive
A recorded walk through Beverly Hills, including Beverly Gardens Park and Rodeo Drive. Published and hosted by HP Walking Tours; this is not a live view.
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THINGS TO DO · YOUTUBE SHORT
Free Things to do in Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive
A local activity Short shared by Kaye and Louise | Filipina Travel Couple.
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What are free things to do in Beverly Hills?
Parks, Libraries, Historic places, Hiking, Wildlife viewing. City parks and libraries are free; some outdoor areas on federal land charge a parking or day-use fee, noted on each listing.
Are there free events in Beverly Hills this weekend?
Check the free events calendar, updated daily from local organizations, libraries and the city.
Do I need a library card to use the library?
No card is needed to visit or attend most programs; a free card from the local library lets you borrow books, movies and often museum passes.