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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Feed a small army with a family-style dinner of tacos, enchiladas, and sides—plus margaritas or sangria—from this institution of 40+ years
35.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Parks Wicklund Crossing, Mountain House, Tracy, CA 95391 MoreLess Info
Wicklund Park is a neighborhood park that features one of the surrounding community's only pavilions. The park is also home to several barbecue pits, multiple playgrounds, and a softball field.
35.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
Cultural Centers 423 Baden Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1994, the APOP Hawaiian Cultural Center is an organization dedicated to educating the public about Hawaii and its culture. The center offers numerous Hawaiian classes and workshops, art exhibits, and hula contests throughout the year.
35.8 Miles
92% 13 votes
Parks 1432 San Antonio Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501 MoreLess Info
Franklin Park is a city park featuring two playgrounds, one for younger children and one for older children. The park also offers a baseball diamond, basketball hoops, tennis courts, and picnic areas.
35.8 Miles
83% 24 votes
Parks Yosemite Drive, Pacifica, CA 94044 MoreLess Info
Frontierland Park is a community park that contains barbecue areas, horseshoe pits, a playground, and picnic tables. The park has a large picnic area that can be reserved for corporate outings, birthday parties, or church events.
35.9 Miles
77% 31 votes
Playgrounds West Pacific Avenue & Maple, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Having been recently refurbished, the Julius Kahn Playground provides a safe, fun environment for children to play. There is also a clubhouse on site which allows families to get out of the sun on a hot day.
35.9 Miles
42% 50 votes
Bowling 237 El Camino Real, South San Francisco, CA 94080 MoreLess Info
Brentwood Bowl offers a fun way for businesses to build camaraderie among their staff, kids to have memorable birthday parties with their family and friends, and avid bowlers to make friends that they will have for a lifetime.
35.9 Miles
89% 18 votes
Walking Trails Crystal Springs Road, Skyline Blvd, San Bruno, CA 94066 MoreLess Info
The Crystal Springs Walking Trail is a part of the larger Crystal Springs Regional Trail designated for hikers, joggers and equestrians. The trail offers views of the Upper Crystal Springs Reservoir and connects several other trails in the area.
36.0 Miles
81% 123 votes
National & State Parks Eighth Street and Otis Drive, Alameda, CA MoreLess Info
Visitors of the Crown Memorial State Beach Park will be able to go fishing, boating, swimming, or picnicking. The location also hosts naturalist-guided programs and is an ideal location for boardsporting activities.
36.0 Miles
92% 52 votes
Parks 600 Oddstad Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044 MoreLess Info
Located along regions of San Pedro Creek is San Pedro Valley Park. Hiking trails wind through the scenic park, offering stunning views of the Santa Crus Mountains. Other features include BBQ's, picnic areas, a visitors center and a nearby waterfall.
36.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks Dorado Way & Alta Vista Drive, South San Francisco, CA 94080 MoreLess Info
As a neighborhood park, Avalon Park provides the community with a general purpose field for sports and other outdoor activities. It also has a playground with a rubber floor, climbing wall, and slides.
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