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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10.3 Miles
88% 25 votes
Beaches 201 Cantera Way, San Rafael, CA 94901 MoreLess Info
Composed of 55 acres, McNear's Beach acts as a regional park along the shores of the San Pablo Bay. Facilities available at the beach include sand volleyball courts, a snack bar, picnic areas, tennis courts, and a swimming pool.
10.5 Miles
34% 47 votes
Bowling 88 Vivian Street, San Rafael, CA 94901 MoreLess Info
A 40-lane bowling facility, Country Club Bowl offers open and league bowling with automatic scoring and bumpers. It provides a restaurant, a full-service bar, television screens for sports viewing, billiard tables, party hosting and arcade games.
11.1 Miles
40% 53 votes
Malls 2200 Petaluma Blvd North, Petaluma, CA 94952 MoreLess Info
Petaluma Village Premium Outlets is an outlet mall that offers a variety of stores to shop at, about 60 of them. They cover clothing items as well as jewelry and house items.
12.5 Miles
86% 912 votes
Breweries 1280 N. McDowell Boulevard, Petaluma, CA 94954 MoreLess Info
Offering guided tours of the facility with information and samples, Lagunitas Brewing Company features a selection of self-brewed year-round and seasonal beers. The taproom includes live music, food, beer and an available patio.
12.8 Miles
72% 127 votes
Scenic Railroads 20264 Broadway - Highway 12, Sonoma, CA 95476 MoreLess Info
Sonoma Train Town is 4 miles of railroad track reduced to quarter scale. Besides the miniature train ride, there are other attractions such as carousal and airplane rides. Parking and entry is free. Inside, refreshments and restrooms are available too.
14.0 Miles
91% 133 votes
Farms & Ranches 4200 Napa Road, Sonoma, CA 95476 MoreLess Info
Located near the foothills of Sonoma Valley, Nicholson Ranch is a popular destination for wine tours. The surrounding landscape is well-maintained, furnished with picnic tables and couches as well as a pond . The host is friendly and knowledgable about his wines.
14.1 Miles
94% 31 votes
National & State Parks Giant Highway, Richmond, CA MoreLess Info
A 2,315 acre parkland, Point Pinole features scenic trails that take hikers and joggers through an array of landscape. The trails wind through meadows, along the bluffs and beaches of Richmond and through areas of eucalyptus woods.
14.2 Miles
90% 49 votes
Historic Homes Spain Street, Sonoma, CA MoreLess Info
General M.G. Vallejo Home is over two centuries old. Tour the grounds, which have been beautifully upkept, for $3 admission.
14.2 Miles
95% 1262 votes
Landmarks Spain Street between Second and Fourth Sts., Sonoma, CA MoreLess Info
Each trip to the Sonoma Valley should begin at the Sonoma Plaza, the core of the Sonoma Valley. The Plaza offers tantalizing shopping, terrific restaurants and beautiful scenery throughout the year.
14.2 Miles
84% 64 votes
National & State Parks 5651 Giant Highway, Richmond, CA 94806 MoreLess Info
Point Pinole Regional Shoreline is a 2315 acre park that features a variety of attractions. There is an extensive beach, and a network of walking trails through woods, meadows, and beaches.
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