- 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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3.7 Miles
Ice Oasis Ice Skating Rink hosts figure skating, youth and adult hockey leagues and broomball and has open public skating. They also have skating classes and have a restaurant and a pro shop.
3.7 Miles
Redwood City's Maddux Park sits on a little over half an acre of land. The park features an extensive play area with a variety of playground equipment, as well as picnic areas.
4.1 Miles
Parkside Aquatic Park & Launch Ramp features a beach, two playgrounds, reservable and drop-in picnic areas, restrooms and the boating launch ramp. Swimming is allowed but there are no lifeguards on duty.
4.4 Miles
Each Sunday the county closes certain roads to accommodate joggers, bicyclers and roller skaters. Referred to by residents as Canada Road Bicycle Sundays, the distance covers just over a mile and restroom facilities are available at a local park.
4.5 Miles
Located on a 153-acre campus, the College of San Mateo is a higher education facility that features more than 20 student clubs and serves 10,000 students. The college also provides transfer services, cultural activities, and employment assistance.
4.7 Miles
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31 votes
Bayfront Expy & Marsh Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025
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Located on San Francisco Bay, the 160-acre Bedwell Bayfront Park offers biking, hiking, bicycling, dog walking, bird watching and kite flying. The park is surrounded on three sides by the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge.
4.8 Miles
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1851 Lexington Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94402
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The Highlands Recreation District is a family friendly district that is most widely known for being the home of a municipal pool. The district also offers free bike skills days as well as a free bike rodeo for entertainment.
4.9 Miles
Located along the San Francisco Bay, Seal Point Dog Park features dirt fields for canine recreation. The park is fenced and provides a water station as well as separate areas for small and large dogs.
5.0 Miles
Nestled in the urban San Mateo, The San Mateo Japanese Garden is a welcome breath of peace. Strolling through the garden, sitting in the Japanese pagoda, and admiring the koi pond are some of the things visitors love the most.
5.1 Miles
Community events, play time, and a nice stroll is only some of what Central Park has to offer. The 15+ acres contains a baseball diamond, picnic tables, tennis courts, and much more.