Free & Cheap Things to Do in Berkeley, CA

  • The list below includes 665 free or cheap things to do in or near Berkeley, California, including 131 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Shopping Districts and Botanical Gardens.
  • From Tilden Regional Park to University of California, Berkeley, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Berkeley and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Richmond and San Ramon.
  • The list below includes 665 free or cheap things to do in or near Berkeley, California, including 131 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Shopping Districts and Botanical Gardens.
  • From Tilden Regional Park to University of California, Berkeley, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Berkeley and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Richmond and San Ramon.
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Expert skipper certified by US Sailing and ASA leads scenic day cruises around the bay
7.0 Miles
93% 30 votes
Visitor Centers 1252 McKay Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1979, Crab Cove Visitor Center is located at Crown Memorial State Beach. The center features a variety of educational and informative exhibits about local sea life, as well as visitor information services.
7.0 Miles
75% 28 votes
Parks 740 Central Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501 MoreLess Info
Washington Park features an upper and lower part. The upper portion of the park includes play areas with tanbark, sandbox, swings, slides and picnic areas. The lower portion has lighted tennis courts, a sand volleyball court and a dog park.
7.1 Miles
69% 51 votes
Landmarks E Richmond Ave at Garrad Blvd, Richmond, CA 94801 MoreLess Info
The Richmond Plunge is an aquatics center that offers opening swimming sessions along with aquatic fitness programs. The center also offers swimming lessons, family and recreational swim sessions, and youth swimming programs.
7.1 Miles
92% 13 votes
Parks 1432 San Antonio Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501 MoreLess Info
Franklin Park is a city park featuring two playgrounds, one for younger children and one for older children. The park also offers a baseball diamond, basketball hoops, tennis courts, and picnic areas.
7.2 Miles
66% 70 votes
Dog Park 8th Street, Alameda, CA 94501 MoreLess Info
For dogs weighing 30 pounds or less, Alameda Small Dog Park features a fenced dirt field for canine recreation. The park provides drinking water, a shade tree, benches and a double-gated entrance.
7.3 Miles
81% 123 votes
National & State Parks Eighth Street and Otis Drive, Alameda, CA MoreLess Info
Visitors of the Crown Memorial State Beach Park will be able to go fishing, boating, swimming, or picnicking. The location also hosts naturalist-guided programs and is an ideal location for boardsporting activities.
7.4 Miles
The USS Hornet is a military museum that contains a number of aircrafts on exhibit, including jets, helicopters, and propellers. The location also hosts special events for guests to enjoy, including a Halloween event that features live music and special tours of a haunted ship.
7.4 Miles
91% 11 votes
Parks Richmond, CA 94875 MoreLess Info
Part of Wildcat Canyon Regional Park, Alvarado Park provides access to Wildcat Creek and features old stonework. The park has a children's playground, open green space for recreational activities, picnic facilities and a gazebo.
7.5 Miles
- 2 votes
Parks Folsom & 17th, San Pablo, CA 94806 MoreLess Info
At Davis Park, visitors can rent a baseball field for daily use. Not only that, but the location also offers soccer field rentals as well, making this a suitable location for a group outing.
7.5 Miles
86% 161 votes
Mini Golf 1511 Park Street, Alameda, CA 94501 MoreLess Info
At Subpar Miniature Golf, visitors can play an indoor, 18 hole miniature golf course that is decorated with miniature buildings and murals. The facility has an arcade area with skee ball, air hockey, racing games, and pool tables.
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