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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Menu includes vegetable pakoras, lamb biryani, chicken kebab tacos, chana masala, seafood curry, prawn tandoori, and aloo matter
16.0 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.
16.0 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.
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59% 17 votes
Beaches Esplanade Ave & W Beaumont Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044 MoreLess Info
Esplanade Beach is a public beach that can be used for sun bathing, beach walking, wildlife viewing, running, swimming, and fishing. The beach is also used as a dog park.
16.0 Miles
100% 73 votes
Baseball Fields Foothill Middle School, 2775 Cedro Lane, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 MoreLess Info
Established in 2001, the Bronco Baseball Academy is a facility that strives to improve its students' proficiency in the sport of baseball. The academy specializes in providing summer skills camps to improve the players' performance.
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80% 102 votes
Specialty Museums 214 California Drive, Burlingame, CA 94010 MoreLess Info
At the Burlingame Museum of Pez Memorabilia, guests will be able to learn about the history of Pez dispensers in the United States. Fans of Mickey Mouse, Star Trek, The Muppets, and Marvel Comics may enjoy what this site has to offer.
16.1 Miles
68% 95 votes
Bowling 1500 Monument Blvd, Bldg G, Concord, CA 94520 MoreLess Info
A 32-lane bowling facility, Diablo Valley Bowl offers open and league bowling along with private event and party hosting. It provides a snack bar, arcade games, pool tables, a bar with adult beverages and cosmic bowling.
16.1 Miles
96% 25 votes
Walking Trails 1801 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno, CA 94066 MoreLess Info
Offering panoramic views of the Bay Area, Junipero Serra Park features a large playground, picnic areas and hiking trails. The 108-acre park is home to several species of native trees and wildflowers as well as an abundance of wildlife.
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Colleges & Universities 3300 College Drive, San Bruno, CA 94066 MoreLess Info
As the theater for the college's art department, Skyline College Main Theater showcases the talent of its students with annual performances. In addition to hosting student performances, the theater also hosts touring theater and music acts.
16.1 Miles
100% 8 votes
Parks Hunt & Alcazar, Burlingame, CA 94010 MoreLess Info
Bring the family to play on the edges of the Bay at Cuernavaca Park in Burlingame, California. Enjoy baseball, softball, and basketball alongside the children's play area with a spectacular view.
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33% 3 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields Brown Street & Arreba Street, Martinez, CA 94553 MoreLess Info
A community owned park located in a residential area, Cappy Ricks Park provides visitors with lighted basketball and tennis courts throughout the year. The park also offers playground areas, walking trails, and features wide swathes of manicured green space.
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