Free & Cheap Things to Do in Palo Alto, CA

  • The list below includes 604 free or cheap things to do in or near Palo Alto, California, including 126 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Movie Theaters and Hiking Trails.
  • From Stanford University to The Dish - Stanford Foothills, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Palo Alto and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pacifica, Half Moon Bay, San Jose and Los Altos.
  • The list below includes 604 free or cheap things to do in or near Palo Alto, California, including 126 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Movie Theaters and Hiking Trails.
  • From Stanford University to The Dish - Stanford Foothills, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Palo Alto and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pacifica, Half Moon Bay, San Jose and Los Altos.
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44.3 Miles
100% 6 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 684 Hastings Drive, Benicia, CA 94510 MoreLess Info
The Jack London Park is a local neighborhood city-run park open to the public. The park offers a variety of amenities, including a playground, a basketball court, soccer and baseball fields, and picnic tables.
44.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Horseback Riding 2075 Ranch Road, Brentwood, CA 94513 MoreLess Info
A family operated equestrian facility in business since 2008, Lehmann Stables offers a variety of services, including riding lessons for students of all ages, boarding services for horses, and horse leases.
44.5 Miles
53% 32 votes
Bowling 148 Lincoln Rd E, Vallejo, CA 94591 MoreLess Info
Traditional ten pin bowling is offered at Kentwig Lanes, which caters mostly to open bowling sessions. There are also league bowling times and special discounts during the week for multiple games at a reduced price.
44.5 Miles
86% 21 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields Community Park Drive, Benicia, CA 94510 MoreLess Info
Benicia Community Park features various recreational activities including a skate park, baseball/softball diamonds, soccer fields and playgrounds. Benicia offers a fenced dog park and a paved trail for walking, running or biking. The park also provides picnic tables.
44.5 Miles
67% 6 votes
Parks 2-198 East Eaton Avenue, Tracy, CA 95376 MoreLess Info
Lincoln Park provides two play spaces, one for older children and one for toddlers. There is a water plaza and a large grass area to play sports. The park offers BBQ/grills and a pathway to ride bikes or walk.
44.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Paddleboarding 331 Discovery Bay Blvd, Discovery Bay, CA 94505 MoreLess Info
Specializing in the stand-up version of this unique sport, Discovery Bay Paddleboards both sells and rents equipment for enthusiasts. The staff also offer lessons and guided tours to help initiate new riders into the hobby.
44.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Baseball Fields 1315 Main Street, Oakley, CA 94561 MoreLess Info
Aimed at making students better baseball players, East Bay Baseball Academy is a baseball training facility offering a number of services available to its visitors. Students at the academy have the opportunity for private lessons, specialized clinics, and camps.
44.6 Miles
20% 44 votes
Movie Theaters 7000 Northgate Mall, San Rafael, CA 94903 MoreLess Info
A 15-screen movie theater, Century Northgate displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers party hosting and High Frame Rate 3D in select theaters as well as a lobby snack bar.
44.6 Miles
89% 9 votes
Parks 1595 Railroad Avenue, Vallejo, CA 94592 MoreLess Info
Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve is a 215 acre park. Attractions include hiking, biking, scenic views, and picnicking. Visitors can also participate in guided park tours and regular special events.
44.6 Miles
80% 5 votes
Skate Parks Benicia Community Park, Community Park Drive, Benicia, CA 94510 MoreLess Info
Benicia Skatepark offers skateboarders an Olympic bowl and kidney pool. The park provides a section that tunnels though a pipe area waterfalling into another bowl. There is also a small stair and some ledges around the outside of the park.
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