Free & Cheap Things to Do in Novato, CA

  • The list below includes 336 free or cheap things to do in or near Novato, California, including 128 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Movie Theaters and Specialty Museums.
  • From Old Town Novato to Mt. Burdell Open Space Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Novato and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Berkeley, Richmond and Benicia.
  • The list below includes 336 free or cheap things to do in or near Novato, California, including 128 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Movie Theaters and Specialty Museums.
  • From Old Town Novato to Mt. Burdell Open Space Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Novato and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Berkeley, Richmond and Benicia.
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25.8 Miles
78% 60 votes
Movie Theaters 555 Center Avenue, Martinez, CA 94553 MoreLess Info
Contra Costa Stadium Cinemas is an eight screen theatre with stadium seating. The cinema features new Hollywood releases, has select D-BOX seating, and offers a full-service concession stand.
25.8 Miles
80% 10 votes
Parks Pleasant Hill Rd E, Martinez, CA 94553 MoreLess Info
Nancy Boyd Park is a recently renovated park with playgrounds, picnic areas, and group sports arenas. Amenities include barbecues, restrooms, a gazebo, soccer fields, and baseball fields.
26.0 Miles
93% 1433 votes
Art Museum 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa, CA 95403 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to the legendary cartoonist and 'Peanuts' creator Charles Schultz, the Charles M. Schultz Museum is a must-see for fans of Charlie Brown, Snoopy and friends. The museum includes Schultz' personal artistic equipment, plenty of memorabilia and artistic analyses of Schultz' signature drawing style.
26.0 Miles
97% 59 votes
Skating Rinks 1667 West Steele Lane, Santa Rosa, CA MoreLess Info
One of the favorite places of Snoopy creator Charles Schulz was the Redwood Empire Ice Arena, and it has become known as Snoopy's Home Ice. Visitors can skate, participate in hockey games, or simply enjoy parties.
26.0 Miles
78% 156 votes
Movie Theaters 4186 Piedmont Avenue, Oakland, CA 94611 MoreLess Info
The Piedmont Theatre is a quaint neighborhood movie theater known for its cozy and comfortable atmosphere. The theater specializes in showing its visitors unique independent films not available at other cinemas.
26.0 Miles
90% 186 votes
History Museums 2301 Hardies Ln, Santa Rosa, CA 95403 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to the memory, legacy, and creations of Charles M. Schulz, the creator of the long-running Peanuts comic strip, the Charles M. Schulz Museum has a large collection of related memorabilia. The museum features comic strips, sculptures, and other curiosities.
26.0 Miles
83% 48 votes
Skating Rinks 1667 W Steele Ln, Santa Rosa, CA 95403 MoreLess Info
Snoopy's Home Ice - Redwood Empire Ice Arena offers recreational ice skating and has programs for competitive figure skating and hockey as well. It also features a Snoopy-themed cafe, gallery and gift shop.
26.2 Miles
50% 4 votes
Horseback Riding 16702 Highway One, Bodega Bay, CA 94922 MoreLess Info
At Bad Boy Cowboys – Private Trail Rides, visitors of all skill levels can enjoy a horseback riding experience. The location also offers romantic strolls for couples who wish to celebrate a special anniversary.
26.3 Miles
73% 15 votes
Maze Skyline Boulevard, Oakland, CA 94605 MoreLess Info
Mazzariello Labyrinth, situated inside Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve, is a small geological formation which is worth a visit. Some of the hiking trails leading up to the labyrinth are a bit challenging but offer beautiful scenic views of the surrounding Oakland Hills.
26.3 Miles
93% 1154 votes
Movie Theaters 2025 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612 MoreLess Info
Oakland's historic Paramount Theatre is a Bauhaus-inspired performance space. Its event schedule includes orchestra concerts, plays, musicals, operas and other large-scale artistic events. The venue also screens classic films and is available for convention rentals.
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