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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24.6 Miles
47% 68 votes
Movie Theaters 2525 San Ramon Vly Blvd, San Ramon, CA 94583 MoreLess Info
Catch the latest and greatest feature films at Crow Canyon Cinemas. Theater features include digital projection and stadium seating. Be sure to pick up some snacks at the concession stand.
24.6 Miles
75% 4 votes
Hiking Trails 6100 Tassajara Road, Dublin, CA 94568 MoreLess Info
A regional park known for its hiking trails, Tassajara Creek Regional Park offers extensive opportunities for wildlife viewing and a moderate difficulty level for hikers. The park also has a dog park area.
24.6 Miles
78% 143 votes
Archery 2995 Junipero Serra Blvd, Daly City, CA 94014 MoreLess Info
Pacifica Archery is a family owned archery pro shop that sells long bows, recurve bows, and compound bows for target shooters and hunters. The shop has an indoor shooting range.
24.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 222 Lausanne Avenue, Daly City, CA 94014 MoreLess Info
With an open multipurpose field, Hillside Park offers visitors opportunities for outdoor activities like jogging, soccer, picnics, and more. The park has a gated tennis court that can be reserved on a first come first serve basis.
24.7 Miles
86% 43 votes
Parks 12501 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon, CA 94583 MoreLess Info
Features of San Ramon Central Park include fenced tennis courts, lighted basketball courts and a skate park. Kiddos will enjoy the playground, while parents appreciate the rubberized turf offering extra protection.
24.7 Miles
76% 17 votes
Beaches Daly City, CA MoreLess Info
The primary draw of Thornton State Beach is Vista Point that allows for sweeping scenic views of the waterfront and surrounding area. Visitors to this beach park can also hike through several trails and dunes.
24.8 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.
24.9 Miles
65% 20 votes
Specialty Museums 2151 Ferry Point Road, Alameda, CA 94501 MoreLess Info
The legacy of the Alameda Naval Air Station is preserved within the Alameda Naval Air Museum. The collection includes artifacts, newspapers, photographs, aircraft models, safety gear, medals, documents and uniforms from the World War II era.
24.9 Miles
97% 474 votes
Parks 7867 Redwood Road, Oakland, CA 94618 MoreLess Info
A mid-1800s logging site, Redwood Regional Park is situated on 1,830 acres of coast redwoods, evergreens and grasslands that is home to wildlife. It provides picnic and camping areas, a playground and trails suitable for hiking and biking.
24.9 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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