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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23.4 Miles
95% 20 votes
Recreation Centers 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd, Hayward, CA 94542 MoreLess Info
The Recreation & Wellness Center at California State University has amenities like a fitness center, gymnasium with basketball courts, indoor track and multipurpose studios. Their center has free weights and cardio machines on both floors.
23.4 Miles
71% 7 votes
Parks 2600 Melendy, Corner of Melendy Dr & Aberdeen Drive, San Carlos, CA 94070 MoreLess Info
Highlands Park is the city's main sports complex and provides a range of recreational amenities. These activities include a ball diamond, benches, jogging path, picnic tables, play equipment, restrooms, soccer field and tennis courts.
23.5 Miles
96% 27 votes
Parks 5800 Parkside Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94566 MoreLess Info
A large grassy park with ample green space, Pleasonton Sports & Recreation Park offers a variety of sports fields, including baseball, soccer, and football. The park also offers barbecue grills, picnic tables, restrooms, and a playground.
23.5 Miles
57% 7 votes
Parks 3200 Brittan Avenue, San Carlos, CA 94071 MoreLess Info
At Big Canyon Park, visitors can hike a nature trail that weaves in and out of the surrounding hills. The trail is narrow, but offers birds eye views of the canyons and hills in the region.
23.6 Miles
100% 10 votes
Hiking Trails Redwood Shores, Redwood City, CA 94065 MoreLess Info
Redwood Shores Bay Trail is 500 miles long and offers wildlife and places to come for cycling and running. Visitors can also see birds, squirrels, jack rabbits, the high and low tides, sting rays, jelly fish and plants all around.
23.6 Miles
97% 39 votes
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My Gym

Children's Play Area 189 El Camino Real, San Carlos, CA 94070 MoreLess Info
A kids fitness and fun center with more than 325 locations world wide, My Gym offers a variety of classes and programs. The facility is also available for birthday party rentals.
23.6 Miles
67% 6 votes
Parks 998A Crestview Drive, San Carlos, CA 94070 MoreLess Info
Operated by the City of San Carlos, Crestview Park features a variety of amenities, including a playground with varied and elaborate play structures, a soccer field, basketball courts, and a walking and running trail.
23.7 Miles
87% 15 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 4901 Breakwater Avenue, Hayward, CA 94545 MoreLess Info
Established in 1986, the Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center is a facility dedicated to educating about the ecology of the San Francisco Bay. Visitors commonly enjoy seeing the many exhibits, attending community programs, or enjoying fun activities offered at the center.
23.8 Miles
90% 107 votes
Parks 7000 Del Valle Road, Livermore, CA 94550 MoreLess Info
Del Valle Regional Park is located 10 miles south of Livermore, in a valley. If offers a multitude of recreational activities as swimming, horseback riding, fishing, hiking, camping, boat rental and lake tours.
23.8 Miles
75% 67 votes
Parks 6701 Payne Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94588 MoreLess Info
Situated on 24 acres, Val Vista Community Park features soccer fields, a roller hockey rink and a skate park. It provides walking paths and picnic tables as well as facilities for children including playgrounds and water play areas.
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