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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24.1 Miles
91% 581 votes
Bird Watching Mirada Road off Highway One, Half Moon Bay, CA MoreLess Info
Half Moon Bay's Waterfront Coastside Trail is popular among hikers and bicycle riders. Rollerblading is also permitted along this 3.5-mile asphalt trail. There are parking lots scattered along the length of the trail, but none at either of its endpoints.
24.1 Miles
84% 38 votes
Observatories & Planetariums Stevens Creek Blvd, De Anza College, Cupertino, CA 95014 MoreLess Info
De Anza College's Fujitsu Planetarium is the largest of its kind west of the Rocky Mountains. It offers a variety of shows, programs, and special events, ranging from educational programs for children to laser shows and holiday events.
24.2 Miles
80% 49 votes
Parks 18405 Mt. Hamilton Rd, San Jose, CA 95140 MoreLess Info
Joseph D. Grant County Park is located at the east of Santa Clara Valley.It offers mountain biking, hiking and birdwatching. The Park also offers camp sites.
24.2 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.
24.2 Miles
100% 4 votes
History Museums 400 Nevin Avenue, Richmond, CA 94801 MoreLess Info
Preserving the history of the region, Richmond Museum of History offers visitors a mix of permanent and temporary exhibits to browse. The museum features photo collection that depicts what local streets looked like from the 1920s to the 1950s.
24.2 Miles
100% 3 votes
Dog Park 83-123 E Richmond Avenue, Richmond, CA 94801 MoreLess Info
Fun for dog and dog owners alike is the Judge George D Carroll Dog Park. Offering extensive grassy spaces for dogs to run off leash, the park also offers a baseball diamond and picnic areas.
24.2 Miles
94% 18 votes
Beaches Half Moon Bay, CA 94019 MoreLess Info
As a popular surfing spot with the locals, Surfer's Beach offers visitors waves to body board and surf in. Most of the beach is covered during high tide, but is accessible during low tide.
24.3 Miles
93% 1899 votes
Art Museum 34th Ave & Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94121 MoreLess Info
Situated on a hill top, high above San Francisco Bay, Legion of Honor, is an art museum with few equals. With a collection that exceeds 124,000 works of art, visitors will be amazed and inspired by the artistic beauty around them.
24.3 Miles
47% 15 votes
Bowling 222 West 44th Street, Cupertino, CA 95014 MoreLess Info
Bring family, friends, or come solo for a game of bowling and more at Bowlmor Lanes. Challenge companions to a round of miniature golf, bocce, or a number of arcade games. Food and beverages are available.
24.3 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.
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