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27 Best and Fun Things To Do In Cerritos, California


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Cerritos is a charming town in Los Angeles County, California that is known for its diversity. It is home to a variety of cultures, brought by the many immigrant families that have made this area their new home.

It’s also home to a wide variety of attractions, including restaurants and bars, shopping malls, and entertainment venues.

The area also offers many green spaces for visitors to enjoy, such as the Don Knabe Community Regional Park, Heritage Park, and Cerritos Sculpture Garden.

Like many other towns in California, Cerritos is also home to a weekly Farmers’ Market where you can buy fresh produce, eggs, honey, and nuts, as well as other locally-produced goods.

Overall, if you’re looking for a relaxing getaway with loads of attractions and amenities, Cerritos is an excellent choice!

Check out our list of recommendations below for more ideas about what to do during your stay here

The 27 Most Popular Things To Do In Cerritos, California

27. Coyote Creek

3.8 ★★★★☆ (5 reviews)

26. Monte Verde Park

4.9 ★★★★★ (24 reviews)

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Location: 4626 Shadeway Road Lakewood CA

Tel:  562 866 9771- -2497

25. D.D. Johnston-Hargitt House Museum

4.4 ★★★★☆ (43 reviews)

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Location: 12426 Mapledale Street Norwalk CA

Tel:  562 929 5521

Web Address:   http://ci.norwalk.ca.us/city-hall/departments/recreation-park-services/historic-norwalk

24. Clarkdale Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (98 reviews)

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Location: 22008 Clarkdale Ave Hawaiian Gardens CA

Tel:  562 420 8576

Web Address:   https://hgcity.org/government/departments/recreation-and-community-services/activities-events/facilities-parks/clarkdale-park

23. West San Gabriel River Parkway Nature Trail

4.4 ★★★★☆ (130 reviews)

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Location: 4626 Shadeway Road Lakewood CA

Tel:  562 866 9771

Web Address:   http://lakewoodcity.org/civica/filebank/blobdload.asp

22. Brenner Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (143 reviews)

Location: 7401 7413 Ridgeway Dr Buena Park CA

21. Ruth R. Caruthers Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (204 reviews)

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Location: 10500 Flora Vista Street Bellflower CA

Tel:  562 866 5684

Web Address:   https://bellflower.org/departments/parks___recreation/recreation_facilities/ruth_r_caruthers_park.php

20. Rush Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (223 reviews)

Location: 3021 Blume Dr Rossmoor CA

Tel:  562 430 3707

Web Address:   http://rossmoor-csd.org/departments/administration/facilities-management/rush-park

19. Rossmoor Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (252 reviews)

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Location: 3232 Hedwig Road Rossmoor CA

Tel:  562 431 0525

Web Address:   http://rossmoor-csd.org/

18. Gerdes Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (319 reviews)

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Location: 14700 Gridley Road Norwalk CA

Tel:  562 929 5611

Web Address:   https://norwalk.org/city-hall/departments/recreation-park-services/parks

17. Central Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (325 reviews)

Location: 7821 Walker Street La Palma CA

Tel:  714 690 3350

Web Address:   http://cityoflapalma.org/index.aspx

16. Mae Boyar Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (342 reviews)

Location: 6701 Del Amo Blvd Lakewood CA

Tel:  562 925 6912

15. Bloomfield Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (392 reviews)

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Location: 21420 Pioneer Blvd Lakewood CA

Tel:  562 865 1717

14. Bellflower City Caruthers Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (462 reviews)

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Location: 10500 Flora Vista Street Bellflower CA

Tel:  562 866 5684

Web Address:   https://bellflower.org/departments/parks___recreation/recreation_facilities/ruth_r_caruthers_park.php

13. Adventure Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (554 reviews)

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Location: 10130 Gunn Ave Whittier CA

Tel:  562 698 7645

Web Address:   http://parks.lacounty.gov/adventure-park/

12. San Martin Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (636 reviews)

Location: 5231 Ocana Ave Lakewood CA

Tel:  562 867 1090

11. East Rancho Dominguez Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (714 reviews)

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Location: 15116 Atlantic Ave East Compton CA

Tel:  310 603 3724

Web Address:   http://parks.lacounty.gov/east-rancho-dominguez-park/

10. Amelia Mayberry Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (779 reviews)

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Location: 13201 Meyer Road Whittier CA

Tel:  562 944 9727

Web Address:   http://parks.lacounty.gov/amelia-mayberry-park/

9. Rynerson Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (971 reviews)

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Location: 20711 Streetudebaker Road Lakewood CA

Tel:  562 925 6912

8. Del Valle Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (992 reviews)

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Location: 5939 Henrilee Street Lakewood CA

Tel:  562 429 0545

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7. The Los Angeles County Fire Museum

4.8 ★★★★★ (166 reviews)

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Location: 16400 Bellflower Blvd Bellflower CA

Tel:  562 925 0234

Web Address:   http://lacountyfiremuseum.com/

6. Artesia Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (489 reviews)

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Location: 18750 Clarkdale Ave Artesia CA

Tel:  562 860 3361

Web Address:   http://cityofartesia.us/

5. Cerritos Park East

4.6 ★★★★★ (857 reviews)

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Location: 13234 E 166th Street Cerritos CA

Tel:  562 407 2611

Web Address:   http://cerritos.us/RESIDENTS/recreation/facilities/cerritos_park_east.php

4. Liberty Park and Fitness Center

4.6 ★★★★★ (1,652 reviews)

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Location: 19211 Streetudebaker Road Cerritos CA

Tel:  562 916 8565

Web Address:   http://cerritos.us/RESIDENTS/recreation/facilities/liberty_park_and_fitness_center.php

3. The Gardens Casino

3.9 ★★★★☆ (2,420 reviews)

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Location: 11871 E Carson Street Hawaiian Gardens CA

Tel:  562 860 5887

Web Address:   http://thegardenscasino.com/

2. Don Knabe Community Regional Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (2,465 reviews)

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Location: 19700 Bloomfield Ave Cerritos CA

Tel:  562 924 5144

Web Address:   https://parks.lacounty.gov/don-knabe-community-regional-park/

1. Heritage Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (2,518 reviews)

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Location: 18600 Bloomfield Ave Cerritos CA

Tel:  562 916 8570

Web Address:   http://cerritos.us/RESIDENTS/recreation/facilities/heritage_park.php

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Cerritos, California! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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