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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26.9 Miles
89% 9 votes
Parks 1300 Gold Hill Road, Fairfield, CA 94534 MoreLess Info
Home to Little League Baseball, Cordelia Community Park provides baseball and soccer fields along with horseshoe pits and bocce ball courts. Park facilities include picnic areas, barbecue pits, children's playgrounds, a walking path, fitness stations and a skate park.
27.0 Miles
75% 20 votes
Dog Park 2901 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94309 MoreLess Info
Named in honor of the 31st President, Hoover Park is large and spacious. This neighborhood park offers activities for the entire family. Along with a separate dog area, it features sports fields, a playground, walking trail and picnic space.
27.1 Miles
81% 47 votes
Parks 1200 Frederickson Ln, Antioch, CA 94509 MoreLess Info
Set on 780 acres of land, Contra Loma Regional Park & Swim Lagoon offers a reservoir for fishing and swimming. The lagoon has a designated swim area with lifeguards. People can fish catfish, trout, and bass in the reservoir.
27.2 Miles
91% 74 votes
Movie Theaters 4085 Century Blvd, Pittsburg, CA 94565 MoreLess Info
Maya Cinemas offers its guests the chance to watch first-run movies, including those which are presented in 3D. The theater features reclining seats that are positioned so as to provide a suitable amount of leg room.
27.3 Miles
80% 15 votes
Horseback Riding Portola Valley Training Center, 100 Ansel Lane, Barns 2 & 15, Menlo Park, CA 94028 MoreLess Info
An equestrian facility, the California Riding Academy offers lessons in riding in both English and Western styles. Lessons are available for both kids and adults, and the facility hosts a variety of camps and other group programs.
27.3 Miles
100% 3 votes
Horseback Riding 100 Ansel Ln, Menlo Park, CA 94028 MoreLess Info
An equestrian facility, Charlebois Farm offers rider training in both hunter riding and jumper riding. The farm prepares students for competitive horse shows. The farm also offers sales and leases of horses.
27.3 Miles
74% 35 votes
Bowling 3300 Delta Fair Blvd, Antioch, CA 94509 MoreLess Info
Delta Bowl is a recreational bowling alley that features an arcade, junior bowling leagues, adult bowling leagues, and 36-lanes. The facility offers free Wi-Fi and is available for birthday parties.
27.5 Miles
100% 3 votes
Hiking Trails Binford Road, Novato, CA 94945 MoreLess Info
Located on 522 scenic acres, Rush Creek is a nature preserve filled with a variety of unique plants and animals. Visitors to the preserve commonly enjoy bird watching, hiking, or horseback riding through the preserve's nature trails.
27.6 Miles
90% 371 votes
Parks 3160 North Shoreline Boulevard, Mountain View, CA 94043 MoreLess Info
Shoreline Park is a popular destination for migratory birds, joggers and cyclists. In addition to a kite-flying area and children's playground, there is also an 18-hole golf course as well as scenic views of the nearby ocean.
27.6 Miles
88% 40 votes
Recreation Centers 3160 N Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View, CA 94043 MoreLess Info
Shoreline Aquatic Center offers a variety of services and amenities for visitors to Shoreline Lake. The facility has stand up paddleboards, pedal boats, kayaks, canoes, and other watercraft for rent, and also offers lessons and racing.
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