Free & Cheap Things to Do in Petaluma, CA

  • The list below includes 182 free or cheap things to do in or near Petaluma, California, including 123 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, History Museums, Specialty Shops and Hiking Trails.
  • From Helen Putnam Park to Shollenberger Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Petaluma and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bodega Bay, Novato, San Rafael and Vallejo.
  • The list below includes 182 free or cheap things to do in or near Petaluma, California, including 123 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, History Museums, Specialty Shops and Hiking Trails.
  • From Helen Putnam Park to Shollenberger Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Petaluma and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bodega Bay, Novato, San Rafael and Vallejo.
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Equipped with rental paintball guns and masks, groups vie for supremacy over outdoor fields
9.9 Miles
72% 127 votes
Scenic Railroads 20264 Broadway - Highway 12, Sonoma, CA 95476 MoreLess Info
Sonoma Train Town is 4 miles of railroad track reduced to quarter scale. Besides the miniature train ride, there are other attractions such as carousal and airplane rides. Parking and entry is free. Inside, refreshments and restrooms are available too.
9.9 Miles
97% 1564 votes
National & State Parks 2400 London Ranch Rd., Glen Ellen, CA 95442 MoreLess Info
Glen Ellen, California is home to the Jack London State Historic Park. Free tours are available for singles, couples and small groups. The park also welcomes larger groups such as scouting troops and requires advance notice for large-party tours.
10.1 Miles
82% 122 votes
Historic Buildings First, Sonoma, CA MoreLess Info
Mission San Francisco Solano is the last of the California missions and the only California mission built during the Mexican rule.The most northern one along the El Camino Real
10.1 Miles
43% 7 votes
Dog Park Robert's Lake Road, Rohnert Park, CA 94928 MoreLess Info
Robert's Lake Dog Park is a dog park open to the pubic to provide an opportunity for their pet to socialize with other dogs. The park is divided into two sections for large and small dogs.
10.4 Miles
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Specialty Shops Jack London Village, 14301 Arnold Drive, Glen Ellen, CA 95442 MoreLess Info
Situated in Glen Allen, Raymond and Co. Cheesemongers provides a cheese tasting service from the most popular to the most rare varieties at a reasonable price. The tasting is as delicious as informative with the friendly and professional staff sharing their stories and tips.
10.4 Miles
90% 49 votes
Historic Homes Spain Street, Sonoma, CA MoreLess Info
General M.G. Vallejo Home is over two centuries old. Tour the grounds, which have been beautifully upkept, for $3 admission.
10.4 Miles
76% 17 votes
Historic Sites 14301 Arnold Dr, Glen Ellen, CA 95431 MoreLess Info
Named after the famous American author that wrote The Sea-Wolf and White Fang, Jack London Village is a shopping center and outlet destination. The location was fully restored in 2014.
10.4 Miles
61% 44 votes
Race Tracks 4601 Redwood Dr., Rohnert Park, CA MoreLess Info
Driven Raceway offers indoor kart racing as well as an arcade, black-light mini golf and a mini bowling alley. Kart racing is available for both adults and kids meeting the height requirement.
10.4 Miles
27% 22 votes
Movie Theaters 44 Rowland Way, Novato, CA 94945 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with eight screens, Century Rowland Plaza displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers mobile ticketing, arcade games and a snack bar with food and drinks.
10.6 Miles
95% 1262 votes
Landmarks Spain Street between Second and Fourth Sts., Sonoma, CA MoreLess Info
Each trip to the Sonoma Valley should begin at the Sonoma Plaza, the core of the Sonoma Valley. The Plaza offers tantalizing shopping, terrific restaurants and beautiful scenery throughout the year.
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