- 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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Jackson Square
Jackson Street between Battery and Kearny, San Francisco, CA 94111
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Jackson Square is a neighbourhood which houses some of the oldest buildings in San Franscisco, some dating as far back as the 1850's with their iron shutters still intact. It's better to visit the place with an experienced guide to learn more about its history.
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One of the most important Buddhist temples in San Francisco is the Kong Chow Temple. You may want to make a suggested donation of $3, and refrain from taking photos, since this is against Buddhist religion.
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1111 Gough Street at Geary Street, San Francisco, CA
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Despite being a place of worship, St. Mary's Cathedral also offers tours to it's visitors, at certain times of the day, where they can admire the architecture and even buy a small souvenir from the gift shop.
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Top of the Mark is a hotel bar well-known for its stunning views of the city. The menu is simple but they offer a wide variety of beverages. The best time to visit is during the late hours of night, especially on weekends, to avoid the crowd.
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One of the most popular tourist attractions around the bay, Chinatown is within minutes of downtown. Explore Chinese culture and history with a long walk around the area. In Chinatown you can dine, shop and experience Chinese inspired architecture.
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Encompassing a dog park and a larger park, Hap Magee Ranch Park is full of activities. The playground has structures, a sand pit and a water area with fountains, and other features include picnic spots and a volleyball court.
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Pier 7 serves both fisherman and tourists- its architecture brings back images of the long gone Victorian Age. Its backdrop is the Transamerica Pyramid
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The Boom Boom Room is a jazz, blues, boogie, groove and funk dance club. They are open 6 days a week and have live music nights, also giving you the possibility to organize your private parties in here.
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261 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133
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City Lights is an alternative bookstore. Owned by poet Lawrence Ferlinghetti, it is an intellectual landmark of the city.
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2063 Union St. between Webster and Buchanan, San Francisco, CA
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For some twists on modern Indian cuisine, Dosa San Francisco is worth a visit. One of their specialties is Truffle Oil Masala Dosa.