Free & Cheap Things to Do in Hayward, CA

  • The list below includes 826 free or cheap things to do in or near Hayward, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Aquariums and Playgrounds.
  • From Hayward Japanese Gardens to Garin & Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Parks, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hayward and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Berkeley and Palo Alto.
  • The list below includes 826 free or cheap things to do in or near Hayward, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Aquariums and Playgrounds.
  • From Hayward Japanese Gardens to Garin & Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Parks, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hayward and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Berkeley and Palo Alto.
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18.8 Miles
89% 1064 votes
Marinas 201 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94710 MoreLess Info
The 52-acre Berkeley Marina easily accommodates 1,100 medium and large watercraft. It features an extensive fishing pier that is free to use and open to the public. Anglers do not need a fishing license to fish from the pier.
18.8 Miles
83% 18 votes
Parks 301 Mariposa Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94041 MoreLess Info
Named after the Spanish word for butterfly, Mariposa Park carries a butterfly theme throughout on kiosks, concrete sculptures and other park areas. The park features picnic tables, paved paths and a play area with swings, slides, ladders and sand.
18.8 Miles
82% 55 votes
Parks Orange Ave & Tennis Drive, South San Francisco, CA 94080 MoreLess Info
South San Francisco's Orange Memorial Park is a family friendly park with many recreational amenities. The park includes a large children's playground, dog park, BBQ and picnic areas, tennis courts and a weekend farmer's market.
18.8 Miles
80% 15 votes
Horseback Riding Portola Valley Training Center, 100 Ansel Lane, Barns 2 & 15, Menlo Park, CA 94028 MoreLess Info
An equestrian facility, the California Riding Academy offers lessons in riding in both English and Western styles. Lessons are available for both kids and adults, and the facility hosts a variety of camps and other group programs.
18.8 Miles
73% 11 votes
Parks 450 Rudyard Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035 MoreLess Info
Measured at only 4 acres in size, Starlite Park is a small, city run neighborhood park. Amenities at the park include a playground, picnic benches, dog walking paths, and a large amount of shade.
18.8 Miles
44% 9 votes
Running/Jogging 2 Ranch Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035 MoreLess Info
Stretching just over six miles is the man made Coyote Creek Trail. The trail is paved and takes cyclists and joggers through open fields and under charming bridges making for a scenic ride.
18.9 Miles
94% 31 votes
Neighborhoods Bernal Heights Blvd., San Francisco, CA 94110 MoreLess Info
If you want a panoramic view of the local area, then a visit to Bernal Heights is definitely worthwhile. From here you can see the likes of San Francisco, Oakland and Mount Diablo.
18.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Dance Clubs 525 Harrison St, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Factory 525 is a mainstream club in San Francisco. They have 3 different dance rooms with house, dance, and electronic music.
18.9 Miles
100% 8 votes
Bird Watching 493 Vermont St, San Francisco, CA 94107 MoreLess Info
With an experience of 25 years in exploring the wildlife in California, Nature Trip Day Tours offers year round trips for exploring the wildlife. They organize one day or half day trips of bird watching, nature exploring and conservancy.
18.9 Miles
80% 80 votes
Dog Park 35 W Orange Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080 MoreLess Info
Featuring separate areas for larger and smaller dogs, Centennial Way Dog Park provides an opportunity for dogs to get lots of exercise. The park is also equipped with convenient doggie water fountains, benches and a large sculpture.
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