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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13.6 Miles
42% 283 votes
Movie Theaters 1010 Great Mall Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with an XD auditorium, Century 20 Great Mall and XD displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater provides stadium seating, arcade games and a lobby cafe with food and drinks.
13.6 Miles
79% 24 votes
Parks 611 Paseo Refugio, Milpitas, CA 95035 MoreLess Info
Peter D Gill Memorial Park is a large neighborhood park. Attractions include a lighted tennis court, basketball court, volleyball net, covered picnic areas, walking paths, a playground, and public restrooms.
13.6 Miles
96% 26 votes
Hiking Trails Skyline Blvd & Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno, CA 94096 MoreLess Info
The Sawyer Camp Trail is a segment of the larger Crystal Springs Regional Trail and is designated for bicyclists, hikers, joggers and equestrians. The best known trail in San Mateo County, Sawyer Camp is about six miles in length.
13.6 Miles
91% 272 votes
Hiking Trails Crystal Springs Rd & Skyline Blvd, San Mateo, CA 94401 MoreLess Info
A popular paved trail wide enough for two-way traffic, Sawyer Camp Trail at Crystal Springs Reservoir is designed for hikers, joggers, and bicyclists, and horseback riders. The trail features restrooms at either end as well as picnic areas.
13.7 Miles
86% 7 votes
Parks 12855 Paseo Presada, Saratoga, CA 95070 MoreLess Info
El Quito Park is a small 6.3 acre park featuring a full size softball diamond. The park also offers a volleyball court, picnic areas, a playground, chess tables, and public restrooms.
13.8 Miles
78% 78 votes
Historic Sites 43300 Mission Blvd at Washington Blvd, Fremont, CA 94539 MoreLess Info
Old Mission San Jose was one of twenty-one Spanish missionaries that were founded in Alta California. Visitors can learn about the history of the site, study genealogy, or purchase a souvenir at the gift shop.
13.8 Miles
33% 24 votes
Badminton 746 S Milpitas Blvd, Milpitas, CA 95035 MoreLess Info
The Bintang Badminton Academy Milpitas is a recreational badminton facility that specializes in developing the sport of badminton through programs and facilities. The academy offers badminton lessons as well as a summer camp.
13.8 Miles
91% 11 votes
Horseback Riding 14525 Deer Park Ct, Los Gatos, CA 95032 MoreLess Info
An equestrian facility, TGIF Farms offers lessons in various styles of riding, as well as horse training in jumpers, hunters, and equitation. The farm also boards horses and offers a variety of horse-related services.
13.9 Miles
87% 252 votes
Parks 1961 Coyote Point Drive, San Mateo, CA 94401 MoreLess Info
Visitors enjoy picnicking, swimming, bicycling, and boating at Coyote Point Recreation Area. The Magic Mountain Playground is a castle theme with a large dragon feature, making it one of the most fun playgrounds in the country!
13.9 Miles
52% 195 votes
290

Golfland

Mini Golf 1199 Jacklin Road, Milpitas, CA 95305 MoreLess Info
There are many attractions at Golfland, including outdoor mini-golf courses, an arcade and a laser maze and tag course. As a popular spot for birthday parties, it also features a pizza parlor and an ice-cream shop.
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