- 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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Built for the Panama-Pacific International Exposition in 1915, Palace of Fine Arts, has been a drawing card for tourists ever since. Today, the palace plays host to a full schedule of live entertainment and musical events in its 962 seat theater.
1.2 Miles
Grace Cathedral is a Catholic Cathedral located on California street in San Francisco. Apart from being a church, it also hosts and organizes in partnership with different cultural institutions, various educational programs, music, drama and visual arts events.
0.7 Miles
Artificial or man made, Treasure Island provides some of the best views of San Francisco. A small neighborhood and community, it is also home to an old naval base.
0.7 Miles
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67 votes
1111 Gough Street at Geary Street, San Francisco, CA
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Despite being a place of worship, St. Mary's Cathedral also offers tours to it's visitors, at certain times of the day, where they can admire the architecture and even buy a small souvenir from the gift shop.
5.2 Miles
Learn about the history of photography at Camera Obscura. The technique of Camera Obscura has been around for hundreds of years, preceding the modern camera.
2.4 Miles
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39 Pier 39 Concourse, San Francisco, CA 94133
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The California Welcome Center provides information about local attractions, hotels, restaurants and more. They can also help you book tickets for various events and offer wheelchair and stroller hire to help make your holiday easier.
25.3 Miles
The Don Edwards San Francisco Bay Wildlife Refuge is close to the city, yet it provides an escape into nature. Over 80 species make their homes here, including ducks, loons, and geese.
1.4 Miles
One of the most important Buddhist temples in San Francisco is the Kong Chow Temple. You may want to make a suggested donation of $3, and refrain from taking photos, since this is against Buddhist religion.
0.3 Miles
San Francisco City Guides offers walking tours of different parts of the city. For those who prefer not to walk, try their trolley city tour.
1.8 Miles
95%
362 votes
3310 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
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Sidewalk Food Tours of San Francisco takes you on tours in 3 of San Francisco's neighborhoods. They take you to the most famous restaurants and tell you about the culinary history, the architecture and culture of San Francisco.