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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Knowledgeable guide leads intimate two-hour kayak tour of San Francisco Bay or Sausalito’s waterfront
32.0 Miles
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Parks W Leland Road, Pittsburg, CA 94565 MoreLess Info
John Henry Johnson Park is a neighborhood park that features ball fields, basketball courts, and a playground area. The park also has picnic facilities, including tables, grills, and regularly maintained public restrooms.
32.0 Miles
33% 9 votes
Farms & Ranches 770 El Charro Road, Pleasanton, CA 94588 MoreLess Info
In business for over 10 years, Airdance Farm provides horse owners with a facility for boarding, training and breeding. The farm specializes in training show jumpers particularly, but also trains dressage and offers full veterinary care as necessary.
32.1 Miles
Capturing the history of Moffett Field, the Moffett Field Historical Society Museum in Moutnain View, California features aircraft exhibits that cover several decades. Displays tell the story of the Moffett Field from the 30s until now.
32.1 Miles
46% 142 votes
Visitor Centers Moffett Field, Mountain View, CA 94035 MoreLess Info
Open for self-guided tours, the NASA Ames Visitor Center features several exhibits, including a shuttle cockpit simulator and the Mercury Redstone capsule. It also offers an immersive theater that showcases high-definition videos of Mars missions and flights through the galaxy.
32.1 Miles
93% 30 votes
Parks 400 University Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94023 MoreLess Info
Located in a residential neighborhood, Shoup Park is equipped with lots of playground equipment for toddlers and younger kids. There is also a large sand play area and picnic tables for dining or just sitting while watching the kids play.
32.1 Miles
100% 5 votes
Playgrounds 97 Hillview Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94023 MoreLess Info
Whistle Stop Playground is a park where the entire playground is a train and train station theme. The park offers monkey bars and slides as well as benches for parents and guardians to watch their children.
32.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 97 Hillview Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94022 MoreLess Info
Featuring a large grass field, Hillview Park offers visitors recreational activities like soccer, flag football, kite flying, picnicking, and more. There are several park benches with shade from trees to sit at.
32.2 Miles
50% 12 votes
Parks 482 University Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94023 MoreLess Info
Redwood Grove Park is a 6 acre nature preserve with many activities and attractions for the community. Amenities include picnic equipment, trails, a rose garden, a boardwalk along Adobe Creek, and observation decks.
32.3 Miles
95% 41 votes
Farmers Markets 600 West Evelyn Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94041 MoreLess Info
The Mountain View Farmers Market regularly offers a wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables. Furthermore, specialty products, such as jams, nuts and specialty gift baskets, are also sold.
32.3 Miles
89% 18 votes
Swimming Pool 650 Franklin Street, Mountain View, CA 94043 MoreLess Info
Available for single visit or multi-use, the Eagle Park Pool of Mountain View is a refreshing place for locals and visitors to cool down in the summer months. The pool features designated laps, diving and on site lifeguards.
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