- 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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Adults and kids alike can gain practical self-defense skills in classes that develop focus, discipline, and self-confidence
5.3 Miles
Situated on five acres, Rosita Park features baseball and soccer fields along with tennis courts. The park also offers a walking track, picnic areas, a children's playground, restroom facilities and chess boards.
5.4 Miles
La Petite Playhouse offers an assortment of indoor obstacles and climbing structures for children to play in. The playhouse is ocean themed, featuring slides, fields, and tubes to climb in.
5.5 Miles
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17 votes
1120 Roosevelt Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94061
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Red Morton Community Park is a 31 acre park that has a combination of open green space and shade. Visitors can swim, play on basketball or tennis, or have a picnic near the barbecue pits.
5.6 Miles
70%
285 votes
825 Middlefield Road, Redwood City, CA 94063
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A 20-screen movie theater, Redwood Downtown 20 and XD displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, arcade games, an XD auditorium and a lobby cafe with food and beverages.
5.7 Miles
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66 votes
2200 Broadway St, Redwood City, CA 94063
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Celebrating Redwood City's rich heritage, San Mateo County History Museum features interesting exhibits and displays for visitors of all ages. It is also a popular field trip destination for schools and youth groups.
5.7 Miles
The Fox Theatre is a historic theatre that showcases live performances. The theatre offers ballet, musical performances, Broadway shows, and cultural activities; it has balcony seating and a historic feel.
5.7 Miles
Located in front of a historic 1910 courthouse with Greek Revival architecture, Courthouse Square is a town square that hosts community events. Visitors can attend local concerts, festivals, and art shows in the square.
5.9 Miles
50%
68 votes
2650 Broadway Street, Redwood City, CA 94063
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Redwood City Underground Pub has special attractions on different nights like comedy, trivia and live music, along with board games, a jukebox, pool, and beer pong. They have two different floors with bars on both.
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Stulsaft Park is a 42 acre park that is outfitted a variety of slides and playground equipment for all ages. The park also has a sprayground, picnic areas, barbecue pits, and wildlife viewing.
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Cuesta Park is a large, pet-friendly park with a variety of amenities. It features large open green spaces, running paths, playground equipment for kids, tennis courts, and multiple picnic areas with barbecue grills.