- 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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Mar Vista Stable is a horse stable providing riding lessons and equine boarding. Visitors can receive professional lessons and take guided trail rides down the seacoast of Northern California, and a kid's summer horseback riding camp is also available.
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A historic theater with striking architecture, the Grand Lake Theater shows select first-run movies in vintage 1920s ambiance. The theater also hosts festivals, special events, and film competitions, and welcomes student groups.
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Gardeners and horticulture enthusiasts love to visit the Petaluma Seed Bank, one of the largest and most important botanical supply stores on the West Coast. It features thousands of heirloom seed varieties, gardening supplies, accessories and books.
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At The Phoenix Theatre, guests can see a variety of musical acts on both major and independent labels. Their stairway and bathrooms are covered with graffiti art. Visitors can watch bands from the main floor or go upstairs.
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A small neighborhood park, Mission Hills Park features a children's playground equipped with a climbing wall, swings and slides. The park also offers a lighted basketball court, park benches and a drinking fountain.
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A short drive from San Francisco, the Military Antiques & Museum contains many treasures. The museum offers free admission with exhibits that include uniforms, old grenades and other weapons. There is also an antique shop where memorabilia can be purchased.
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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.
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Skyline Boulevard, Oakland, CA 94605
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Mazzariello Labyrinth, situated inside Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve, is a small geological formation which is worth a visit. Some of the hiking trails leading up to the labyrinth are a bit challenging but offer beautiful scenic views of the surrounding Oakland Hills.
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At Cunningham Aquatic Complex, visitors can choose a lane to swim in a 700,000 gallon lap pool. The pool is monitored by lifeguards during open swim sessions and hosts the local high school's swim meets.
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1510 Webster Street, Alameda, CA
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At the Pacific Pinball Museum, guests will have the opportunity to view collections of pinball machines. The location also offers educational classes, including Recognizing Pinball Artists and Learning History Through Pinball.