Free & Cheap Things to Do in Oakland, CA

  • The list below includes 744 free or cheap things to do in or near Oakland, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Sports Facilities/Fields and Maze.
  • From Redwood Regional Park to Lake Merritt, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Oakland and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Berkeley and San Ramon.
  • The list below includes 744 free or cheap things to do in or near Oakland, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Sports Facilities/Fields and Maze.
  • From Redwood Regional Park to Lake Merritt, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Oakland and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Berkeley and San Ramon.
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37.0 Miles
50% 4 votes
Farmers Markets Jackson Street between Sixth and Seventh Streets, directly in front of Miraido Village, San Jose, CA 95112 MoreLess Info
Japantown Farmers' Market is a small market with a unique selection of produce. Parking is free on Sundays.
37.0 Miles
56% 57 votes
Flea Markets 1590 Berryessa Road, San Jose, CA 95133 MoreLess Info
Since opening in 1959, the San Jose Flea Market, has grown from 20 vendors selling their wares to hosting more than 6,000 vendors each week. Four million visitors per year flock to the market for fresh foods, crafts, bargains, and more.
37.1 Miles
64% 11 votes
Military Museums 461 Burgan Blvd, Bldg 80, Fairfield, CA 94535 MoreLess Info
NAME CHANGE: Travis Air Force Base Heritage Center is dedicated to preserving the heritage of the Air Force and the history of Travis Air Force Base. It features indoor and outdoor exhibits with a variety of aircraft and artifacts for all ages.
37.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
Recreation Centers 1601 Discovery Bay Blvd, Discovery Bay, CA 94505 MoreLess Info
Featuring a number of facilities for public use, the Discovery Bay Community Center is a recreation center popular among local residents. Visitors have access to volleyball and basketball courts, a pool, and picnic and barbecue areas, among other amenities.
37.2 Miles
88% 1875 votes
Art Museum 4411 Redwood Rd, Napa, CA MoreLess Info
Like several other Napa wineries, The Hess Collection Winery & Art Museum offers both fine wine and objects d'art. The Hess Collection uses sustainable agriculture techniques, and its buildings have tiny carbon footprints.
37.2 Miles
82% 11 votes
Hiking Trails Woodhills Trl, Saratoga, CA 95070 MoreLess Info
Hunter's Point is an observation area that can be reached via a short hike within the Fremont Older Preservation nature area. The point offers benches for resting and relaxing, as well as views of the surrounding Santa Clara Valley.
37.3 Miles
86% 58 votes
Military Museums 461 Burgen Blvd. Travis Air Force Base, Fairfield, CA 94535 MoreLess Info
At the Travis Air Base Museum, tourists can view the site's 35 aircrafts or its military exhibits. The location, which offers picnic areas for families to use, also sells souvenirs at its gift shop.
37.3 Miles
50% 6 votes
Recreation Centers 18000 Chelmsford Drive, Cupertino, CA 95014 MoreLess Info
Featuring a pool that combines a lap pool and recreational pool, Rancho Rinconada Rec Center hosts public swim sessions at its facility. The pool is heated and is lifeguard monitored.
37.4 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.
37.5 Miles
100% 3 votes
Playgrounds 5100 Falati Ln, Fairfield, CA 94533 MoreLess Info
Gary Falati Neighborhood Park is a neighborhood park featuring a splash pad and a skate node. The park also offers a picnic area, gazebo, two playgrounds, and a basketball court.
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