Free & Cheap Things to Do in San Carlos, CA

  • The list below includes 732 free or cheap things to do in or near San Carlos, California, including 126 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Trampoline Parks, Aviation Museums and Children's Play Area.
  • From Burton Park to Laurel Street Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Carlos and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Half Moon Bay and Los Altos.
  • The list below includes 732 free or cheap things to do in or near San Carlos, California, including 126 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Trampoline Parks, Aviation Museums and Children's Play Area.
  • From Burton Park to Laurel Street Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Carlos and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Half Moon Bay and Los Altos.
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13.8 Miles
75% 28 votes
Parks 650 Poplar Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080 MoreLess Info
With 2 miles of trails, Sign Hill Park has 30 acres of open space ad is home to the endangered Mission Blue Butterfly. Other species of wildlife found on Sign Hill include gulls, egrets, and turns.
13.8 Miles
80% 10 votes
Parks Appian Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080 MoreLess Info
Situated on a hill, Sellick Park provides visitors with a walking path for jogging and a general purpose grass field. The playground has features like a cement cave; a rock, paper, scissors game; and multilevel climbing structures.
13.8 Miles
91% 32 votes
Aquariums 177 W Tennyson Road, Hayward, CA 94544 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1973, the Superway Aquarium is a store dedicated solely to aquatic animals. Visitors to the store commonly purchase a fish to bring home or have their fish tank serviced from the professionals at the store.
13.8 Miles
86% 7 votes
Parks 707 Fremont Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94024 MoreLess Info
McKenzie Park is 4.3 acres and includes a playground, lighted tennis courts, bbqs and picnic tables, and a large grass field fit for soccer games. There are also bathrooms, benches and a unique art sculpture.
13.8 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 1050 Crespi Drive, Pacifica, CA 94044 MoreLess Info
Established in 1972, the Oddstad Park is a community park that is most widely known for hosting musical performances. The park also includes a basketball court, benches, and a playground with a swing set.
13.9 Miles
94% 17 votes
Parks Sylvan Ave & DeVoto Street, Mountain View, CA 94040 MoreLess Info
Located within a quiet residential setting, Sylvan Park is a park often visited when the weather is nice. The park includes a large playground structure, walking trail, picnic tables, and tennis courts.
13.9 Miles
80% 5 votes
Parks 1000 Linda Mar Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044 MoreLess Info
An historic landmark, Sanchez Adobe has served many purposes. The building was once a cattle ranch but would later become a hotel, and subsequently the personal residence of a town mayor. Tours are offered and special events often hosted here.
14.0 Miles
75% 4 votes
Parks 1305 Mckenzie Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94024 MoreLess Info
Known for its playground areas, Heritage Oaks Park has a normal playground, as well as a climbing area filled with rock structures. The park itself has an expansive grass field, with shaded areas provided by trees.
14.0 Miles
71% 28 votes
Parks 5911 Mowry Avenue, Newark, CA 94560 MoreLess Info
To experience Oktoberfest right in California, Swiss Park offers a unique evening out. The restaurant and bar features waitresses dressed as traditional beer maids, while the menu includes German classics such as oversized pretzels and bratwurst.
14.0 Miles
90% 10 votes
Parks Corner of Juniper & Sagewood Streets, San Leandro, CA 94579 MoreLess Info
Bonaire Park is a clean neighborhood park featuring 5 acres of open space. Visitors of all ages can enjoy the picnic areas, playground, and horseshoe pits, as well as the fresh air and the beautiful scenery.
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