Free & Cheap Things to Do in San Francisco, CA

  • The list below includes 636 free or cheap things to do in or near San Francisco, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Neighborhoods, Parks, Art Gallery and Walking Tours.
  • From Lands End to Golden Gate Bridge, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Francisco and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pacifica, Berkeley, Half Moon Bay and South San Francisco.
  • The list below includes 636 free or cheap things to do in or near San Francisco, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Neighborhoods, Parks, Art Gallery and Walking Tours.
  • From Lands End to Golden Gate Bridge, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Francisco and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pacifica, Berkeley, Half Moon Bay and South San Francisco.
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Burger House 237 Powell St, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
100% certified Angus beef from Niman Ranch stars in nearly 10 burger varieties; other options include crepes, waffles, and fresh juice
41.7 Miles
79% 43 votes
Parks 16055 Sanborn Road, Saratoga, CA 95070 MoreLess Info
A heavily forested area located on 3,688 acres, Sanborn County Park can be used for tent and RV camping, hiking and picnics. The facility provides trails spanning over 15 miles that provide visitors a look at native plants and wildlife.
41.8 Miles
100% 5 votes
Hobby Shops 305 Southwest Blvd, Rohnert Park, CA 94928 MoreLess Info
The Slot Car Raceway is a 4000-sqft shop that contains the Tesstarossa scale track that was created by Gary Gerding. The shop also features two restrooms and a pit space for viewers to watch races.
41.9 Miles
88% 94 votes
Botanical Gardens 12841 Sonoma Highway, Glen Ellen, CA 95442 MoreLess Info
Quarryhill Botanical Garden offers tours of its beautifully cultivated garden. A visit is necessary during each season to take in the full experience.
41.9 Miles
94% 54 votes
Specialty Museums 5848 Highway 12, Suisun City, CA 94585 MoreLess Info
Western Rainway Museum preserves historic and retired streetcars and electric trains while also offering a small artifact and document exhibit. A living history museum, visitors enjoy a ride aboard one of these beautifully restored locomotives.
41.9 Miles
83% 18 votes
Scenic Drives 5000 Pressley Road, Rohnert Park, CA MoreLess Info
There are tall stands of oaks and rolling grasslands with Crane Creek flowing right through the middle of the 128 acres of Crane Creek Regional Park. The park features a disc golf course and hiking, biking and horseback riding trails.
42.0 Miles
97% 166 votes
Religious Buildings 80 South Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113 MoreLess Info
A taste of Europe in America, the Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph is a beautiful gothic cathedral. Visitors can take in a mass or sit quietly and observe this religious space.
42.0 Miles
83% 12 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 16 miles south of Half Moon Bay on Highway 1, Half Moon Bay, CA MoreLess Info
At the Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve, visitors can go hiking, surfing, swimming, boating, geocaching and fishing. The location also contains picnic areas, interpretive exhibits, and restrooms for visitors to use.
42.0 Miles
64% 28 votes
Comedy Clubs 62 S. Second Street, San Jose, CA 95113 MoreLess Info
San Jose Improv is a comprehensive comedy club within the local area. They offer a full-service bar and a complete menu for dining while guests enjoy a wide range of both local talent and national headliners in the standup and improv comedy world.
42.0 Miles
89% 27 votes
Parks 16055 Sanborn Road, Saratoga, CA MoreLess Info
County owned, Sanborn Park offers quality camping facilities and rests on the borders of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Park visitors can also enjoy outdoor adventures such as hiking, rock climbing, picnicking and nature watching.
42.0 Miles
61% 566 votes
Comedy Clubs 62 S 2nd Street, San Jose, CA 95113 MoreLess Info
Featuring a mix of nationally recognized and local comedians, Improv Comedy Club offers visitors a wide range of comedy performances to attend. The club also has a two drink minimum.
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