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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Dishes prepared with local ingredients include seared goat cheese, crispy smoked duck legs, and wagyu beef ravioli
16.1 Miles
93% 29 votes
Hiking Trails 1035 Castle Rock Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 MoreLess Info
The aptly named Shell Ridge Open Space is a 31 mile open natural area that features trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding amid woods and grasslands. The area also encompasses a cattle ranch and picnic space.
16.2 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.
16.2 Miles
88% 82 votes
Hiking Trails Sneath Ln & Amador Avenue, San Bruno, CA 94044 MoreLess Info
With its 1,200 foot summit, Sweeney Ridge is a popular hiking and mountain biking location with a paved road and many features to explore off-trail. The area is home to wildlife including hawks, deer and even mountain lions.
16.2 Miles
75% 119 votes
Dog Park 1801 E 3rd Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401 MoreLess Info
Located along the San Francisco Bay, Seal Point Dog Park features dirt fields for canine recreation. The park is fenced and provides a water station as well as separate areas for small and large dogs.
16.2 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.
16.2 Miles
96% 26 votes
Art Gallery 244 Primrose Road, Burlingame, CA 94010 MoreLess Info
The Studio Shop provides a wide variety of picture framing products and services including framing flat screen TVs, sports jerseys, fine art, and family photos. They also offer art and design services such as on-site design consultation and art delivery.
16.2 Miles
86% 29 votes
Parks 600 Sharp Park Road, Pacifica, CA 94044 MoreLess Info
A variety of animals make their home at Milagra Ridge. This includes several endangered species such as the Mission blue. Equipped with a paved trail, bicyclers are also welcome at the ridge.
16.2 Miles
Horseback Riding 1350 Castle Rock Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 MoreLess Info
Riders from as young as four years old can be accommodated at Castle Rock Arabians. The ranch offers horseback riding, trail rides, summer camps for children and teens, and riding lessons.
16.3 Miles
64% 109 votes
Trampoline Parks 1631 Challenge Drive, Concord, CA 94520 MoreLess Info
An entertainment center, Sky High Sports provides trampoline walls and floors used for open jumping, dodgeball and aerobics classes. The center offers party hosting, a snack bar and a session for individuals with special needs.
16.3 Miles
83% 6 votes
Parks 901 Oak Grove Road, Concord, CA 94518 MoreLess Info
Featuring large open spaces for sports, ample shade, and a variety of play structures for kids of different ages, Ygnacio Valley Park also has picnic areas, barbecue grills, and restroom facilities.
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