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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39.1 Miles
84% 44 votes
Parks 18627 Cull Canyon Road, Castro Valley, CA 94583 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a 1.5 acre swimming lagoon with a sandy beach and lifeguard service at Cull Canyon. The recreation area also features picnic areas and offers access to hiking trails.
39.1 Miles
83% 6 votes
Art Gallery 20628 Rustic Drive, Castro Valley, CA 94546 MoreLess Info
The World Wide Art, Inc. art gallery and shop features works by world renowned artists and original Disney Works. Other limited edition pieces available to view and purchase include works by Hanna Barbera, Thomas Kinkade and Marvel.
39.3 Miles
87% 54 votes
Running/Jogging San Mateo to Foster City, San Mateo, CA 94401 MoreLess Info
A 500-mile trail along the bay, San Francisco Bay Trail takes visitors through recreational points of interest including beaches, parks, marinas and fishing piers. The relatively flat trail can be used for biking, walking, skating and dog walking.
39.3 Miles
69% 26 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 2411 Old Crow Canyon Rd, Ste G, San Ramon, CA 94583 MoreLess Info
An indoor sports complex, San Ramon sports features indoor soccer and lacrosse league play. The facility also has batting cages for baseball and softball, and hosts training camps and parties.
39.3 Miles
100% 6 votes
Parks 6600 Greenridge Road, Castro Valley, CA 94546 MoreLess Info
Greenridge Park's most notable attraction is its scenic view of the Bay Area, offering photo opportunities. Additionally, the location also contains traditional park facilities, including a playground for children to enjoy.
39.5 Miles
92% 25 votes
Parks 1625 J Hart Clinton Drive, San Mateo, CA 94401 MoreLess Info
Situated beside the San Francisco Bay, Ryder Court Park not only has an excellent bay-side trail, but playground areas, reservable and drop-in picnic tables, a large lawn, restrooms, and an aquatic play area.
39.5 Miles
93% 43 votes
Playgrounds 3777 Vaca Valley Parkway, Vacaville, CA 95688 MoreLess Info
Kids Gone Wild is a recreational facility that features 4,200-foot playroom, a 24-foot slide, mini basketball hoops, a toddlers play area, and a bounce house. The facility has separate party rooms available for rent.
39.6 Miles
41% 141 votes
Dance Clubs 2410 San Ramon Valley Blvd, Ste 130, San Ramon, CA 94583 MoreLess Info
Featuring music from the 70's to the present, ShBoom Night Club is a club aimed at providing entertainment for an older crowd. Music, dancing, and a buffet are a few of the attractions that bring people to the club.
39.6 Miles
27% 11 votes
Parks 1905 Grove Way, Castro Valley, CA 94546 MoreLess Info
Carlos Bee Park's picnic tables and barbeque pits provide the suitable facilities for a group or family outing. The play area also contains a jungle gym for children to climb.
39.7 Miles
95% 19 votes
Parks 1901 J Hart Clinton Drive, San Mateo, CA 94401 MoreLess Info
Part of the larger Shoreline Park, the new Seal Point Park offers views of the San Francisco Bay with windsurf and kayak launch areas. The site is also home to a three acre off-leash dog park along with multiple walking and biking trails.
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