Free & Cheap Things to Do in San Mateo, CA

  • The list below includes 706 free or cheap things to do in or near San Mateo, California, including 127 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Gardens, Hiking Trails and Running/Jogging.
  • From The San Mateo Japanese Garden to Sawyer Camp Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Mateo and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Half Moon Bay and Berkeley.
  • The list below includes 706 free or cheap things to do in or near San Mateo, California, including 127 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Gardens, Hiking Trails and Running/Jogging.
  • From The San Mateo Japanese Garden to Sawyer Camp Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Mateo and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Half Moon Bay and Berkeley.
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14.0 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks 32300 Meteor Drive, Union City, CA 94587 MoreLess Info
Union City's Contempo Park features a variety of amenities, including two baseball fields with bleachers for seating, a basketball court, and playground areas with climbing structures. The park also has picnic areas.
14.0 Miles
50% 2 votes
Recreation Centers 31600 Alvarado Blvd, Union City, CA 94587 MoreLess Info
The main center for community leisure services on the western side of town is the Holly Community Center. Along with fitness facilities, the site which includes an auditorium that is able to hold up to 250 people can be rented for private parties.
14.1 Miles
93% 278 votes
National & State Parks 8000 Patterson Ranch Road, Fremont, CA 94555 MoreLess Info
At the Coyote Hills Regional Park, visitors can go picnicking, camping, hiking, and bicycling. The location's staff also offers naturalist programs that cover subjects like Native American history and birds and butterflies.
14.2 Miles
- 0 votes
Religious Buildings 3134 22nd Street, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Hua Zang Si is a Buddhist temple in San Francisco. Check their calendar of events; they often have informational events open to the public.
14.2 Miles
75% 20 votes
Dog Park 2901 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94309 MoreLess Info
Named in honor of the 31st President, Hoover Park is large and spacious. This neighborhood park offers activities for the entire family. Along with a separate dog area, it features sports fields, a playground, walking trail and picnic space.
14.3 Miles
93% 15 votes
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Meek Park

Parks 240 Hampton Road, Hayward, CA 94541 MoreLess Info
Home to the historic Meek Mansion, Meek Estate Park offers a wedding site adjacent to the mansion that is available for rental. The park also picnic areas, barbecue grills and a playground.
14.3 Miles
60% 10 votes
Parks 1245 147th Avenue, San Leandro, CA 94578 MoreLess Info
Featuring 5 acres, Halcyon Park has plenty of opportunities to have fun with the whole family. The tot lot is perfect for small children, and the concrete volleyball court is great for getting a good workout with friends.
14.3 Miles
33% 356 votes
Movie Theaters 32100 Union Landing, Union City, CA 94587 MoreLess Info
A 25-screen movie theater, Century 25 Union Landing and XD displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater provides stadium seating, arcade games, an XD auditorium and a cafe with food and drinks.
14.4 Miles
54% 289 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA MoreLess Info
O.Com Coliseum is a sports complex in Oakland. A great place to catch a football game.
14.4 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.
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