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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Beef stew with 16 different herbs; Persian yogurt with diced cucumbers and dried mint; saffron-and-lemon-flavored chicken
39.7 Miles
76% 17 votes
Beaches Daly City, CA MoreLess Info
The primary draw of Thornton State Beach is Vista Point that allows for sweeping scenic views of the waterfront and surrounding area. Visitors to this beach park can also hike through several trails and dunes.
39.8 Miles
94% 31 votes
Neighborhoods Bernal Heights Blvd., San Francisco, CA 94110 MoreLess Info
If you want a panoramic view of the local area, then a visit to Bernal Heights is definitely worthwhile. From here you can see the likes of San Francisco, Oakland and Mount Diablo.
39.8 Miles
33% 9 votes
Skate Parks 92nd Street & Sullivan Avenue, Daly City, CA 94015 MoreLess Info
For those in search of a skate park, Daly City Skatepark is a great option, providing mini ramps, quarter pipes, rails, and more. Good food venues are also nearby, making it an ideal spot for a fun day out.
39.8 Miles
- 3 votes
Playgrounds 173 E Vista Avenue, Daly City, CA 94014 MoreLess Info
Edgewood Park is a family-friendly community park in Daly City. The park features various slides for different age groups, as well as a full playground area and space for those looking to workout on site.
39.9 Miles
100% 10 votes
National & State Parks Daly City, CA MoreLess Info
Visitors who are interested in wildlife viewing will have the chance to see hawks, turkey vulchers, pelicans, and even dolphins at Thornton Beach State Park. The location is also suitable for fishing, as visitors can also catch stripped bass.
40.0 Miles
100% 3 votes
Parks Santa Ynez, CA MoreLess Info
Santa Ynez Canyon is part of a series of trails that runs through the area. Notable stops along these trails include both the canyon and a nearby waterfall.
40.0 Miles
56% 36 votes
Skating Rinks 1365 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 MoreLess Info
Walnut Creek On Ice is an ice skating rink open during the winter months of the year. Public skating sessions, learn-to-skate classes, and birthday parties are a few of the events hosted at the rink.
40.0 Miles
90% 21 votes
Parks 1301 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 MoreLess Info
With access to the Iron Horse Trail and the Creek Walk, Civic Park also features tennis courts, children's play area and community center. The park's Butterfly Habitat Gardens is home to more than 25 species of butterflies.
40.1 Miles
100% 6 votes
Hobby Shops 3400 Mount Diablo Blvd, Ste 2, Lafayette, CA 94549 MoreLess Info
The Soccer Post is a specialty shop that carries a wide range of soccer equipment, apparel, and paraphernalia. The shop carries merchandise from brands like Adidas, Nike, Puma, and Diadora.
40.1 Miles
100% 6 votes
Art Gallery 3420 Mt Diablo Blvd, Ste a, Lafayette, CA 94549 MoreLess Info
Lafayette Art Gallery is a fine art gallery showcasing artwork by both emerging and established artists. The gallery exhibits and sells artwork from a variety of artistic disciplines, such as jewelry, sculpture, oil, acrylic, mixed media, clay, metal, and glass.
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