Free & Cheap Things to Do in San Jose, CA

  • The list below includes 376 free or cheap things to do in or near San Jose, California, including 125 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, History Museums, Comedy Clubs and Movie Theaters.
  • From Municipal Rose Garden to Los Gatos Creek Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Jose and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palo Alto, Los Altos, Cupertino and Fremont.
  • The list below includes 376 free or cheap things to do in or near San Jose, California, including 125 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, History Museums, Comedy Clubs and Movie Theaters.
  • From Municipal Rose Garden to Los Gatos Creek Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Jose and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palo Alto, Los Altos, Cupertino and Fremont.
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48.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Beaches 1400 Sunset Drive, Pacific Grove, CA 93950 MoreLess Info
The one mile long Asilomar State Beach has sandy beaches and rocky coves that ocean goers can enjoy for either swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, exploring the unique ocean wildlife in tide-pools, or walking the 1 mile wheelchair accessible beach trail.
48.9 Miles
74% 23 votes
Scenic Walks 1 Ferry Street, Martinez, CA 94553 MoreLess Info
Martinez Regional Shoreline Park offers group picnic areas, open lawns, and picnic areas. The park also has softball fields, bocce ball courts, soccer fields, and three miles of walking trails.
49.0 Miles
84% 199 votes
National & State Parks N. San Pedro Road, San Rafael, CA 94901 MoreLess Info
China Camp State Park is most frequented by locals, as it is tucked away as one of San Rafel's secret treasures. The park offers beautiful marshlands, hiking trails and premier bird watching.
49.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 1232 Trailwood Avenue, Manteca, CA 95336 MoreLess Info
Enjoy the wonders of the quant family friendly outdoors that is Colony Park in Manteca, California. Children can play on the park equipment, run the sports fields, ride the trails, and enjoy a peaceful picnic with family.
49.1 Miles
20% 5 votes
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Pump It Up

Children's Play Area 1433 Moffat Blvd, Ste 1, Manteca, CA 95336 MoreLess Info
Pump It Up is a party and play place for kids. The facility features a variety of inflatables and play areas, and offers open play times every day in addition to party rentals.
49.2 Miles
100% 16 votes
Beaches 3450 Paradise Drive, Tiburon, CA MoreLess Info
Situated on the eastern shore of the Tiburon Peninsula, the Paradise Beach Park is spread over 19 acres of land. Facilities provided at the park include bay access, wildlife viewing, a horseshoe court, a long fishing pier, and picnic sites.
49.2 Miles
91% 11 votes
Parks Richmond, CA 94875 MoreLess Info
Part of Wildcat Canyon Regional Park, Alvarado Park provides access to Wildcat Creek and features old stonework. The park has a children's playground, open green space for recreational activities, picnic facilities and a gazebo.
49.2 Miles
- 1 votes
Recreation Centers 1943 Church Ln, San Pablo, CA 94806 MoreLess Info
The San Pablo Senior Center offers a variety of services targeted toward seniors and the disabled. Full service educational and recreational activities are featured, as well as a daily meals program.
49.2 Miles
67% 15 votes
Marinas 7 N Court Street, Martinez, CA 94553 MoreLess Info
Martinez Marina is nestled within the City of Martinez Waterfront Park and offers a picturesque setting. The Marina features a range of amenities including laundry facilities, showers, restrooms, pump out station, electricity, and fresh water.
49.3 Miles
63% 8 votes
Fishing 350 Harbor Drive, Sausalito, CA 94965 MoreLess Info
Blue Runner Sport fishing offers private sport fishing tours. All of the tours are taken on a DELTA, one of the most high-tech and comfortable fishing boats in the industry.