Free & Cheap Things to Do in San Rafael, CA

  • The list below includes 431 free or cheap things to do in or near San Rafael, California, including 129 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, National & State Parks, Parks and Swimming Pool.
  • From China Camp State Park to China Camp, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Rafael and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Berkeley, South San Francisco and Richmond.
  • The list below includes 431 free or cheap things to do in or near San Rafael, California, including 129 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, National & State Parks, Parks and Swimming Pool.
  • From China Camp State Park to China Camp, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Rafael and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Berkeley, South San Francisco and Richmond.
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14.7 Miles
90% 151 votes
Parks Northern end of Van Ness Ave., San Francisco, CA 94123 MoreLess Info
Aquatic Park, located just past Fisherman's Wharf, is a great place for swimming and sightseeing with the Golden Gate Bridge on one side and Alcatraz on the other. The water here is slightly colder than usual. Cold / Hot showers and sauna are also available.
14.7 Miles
85% 26 votes
Specialty Shops 99 Yerba Buena Lane, San Francisco, CA 94103 MoreLess Info
For those not on a diet, Beard Papa's offers a wide selection of ice cream puffs. Try them glazed with chocolate ganache.
14.7 Miles
70% 237 votes
Art Museum 781 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109 MoreLess Info
Comic book lovers will enjoy a stop at the Cartoon Art Museum. This museum has a large selection of cartoon and comic book art, both from real comics and invented ones.
14.7 Miles
- 0 votes
Bars 1840 Haight St., San Francisco, CA 94117 MoreLess Info
Club Boomerang is a night club in San Francisco. Many famous rock musicians have performed here over the years.
14.7 Miles
58% 311 votes
Specialty Museums 736 Mission Street (between Third and Fourth streets), San Francisco, CA 94105 MoreLess Info
With a variety of exhibits displaying Jewish history, art and culture, the Contemporary Jewish Museum is a must for all interested in this community. Children are free and there is free admission every first Tuesday of each month.
14.7 Miles
45% 102 votes
History Museums 685 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 MoreLess Info
The Museum of the African Diaspora is a museum in San Francisco, documenting the African diaspora.It showcases the the culture, history and art of African people descent in the USA and throughout the world
14.7 Miles
87% 135 votes
Cocktail Lounge 55 Fourth St. at Market St., San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
The View Lounge has enormous windows overlooking the city of San Francisco. A good spot to have an after work drink.
14.7 Miles
86% 316 votes
Malls 865 Market Street, San Francisco, CA 94103 MoreLess Info
Architecturally stunning, Westfield San Francisco Centre is a large shopping mall in the heart of city. Specializing in upscale and high end products, it houses many designer shops and boutiques.
14.8 Miles
98% 309 votes
Walking Tours 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco, CA 94102 MoreLess Info
San Francisco City Guides offers walking tours of different parts of the city. For those who prefer not to walk, try their trolley city tour.
14.8 Miles
77% 111 votes
Libraries 100 Larkin Street at Fulton, San Francisco, CA 94102 MoreLess Info
A local landmark, San Francisco Public Library is an institution with a very modern feel to it. The atmosphere is peaceful and quiet. The collection is impressive with easy and flexible renting rules. Books can also be rented online.
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