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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21.3 Miles
83% 410 votes
Movie Theaters 2317 Central Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501 MoreLess Info
The Alameda Theatre & Cineplex is a historic theater that shows first-run movies in a stylish atmosphere. Adjacent to it is the Cinema Grill, a full-service restaurant and bar that offers specials in conjunction with the theater.
21.4 Miles
100% 72 votes
Arcades 1414 Park Street, Alameda, CA 94501 MoreLess Info
Featuring classic video games, High Scores Arcade focuses on arcade games from the 1980s and 1990s as well as music from the 1970s and 1980s. It offers dozens of games to play and a high score board for top achievers.
21.4 Miles
44% 9 votes
Horseback Riding 120 Vaca Creek Way, Martinez, CA 94553 MoreLess Info
Consisting of three arenas, Bella Oaks Stables offers horse boarding services to the public. The stables are located close to Briones Regional Park, where they host trail rides through its trail system.
21.5 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks 268 W Seaview Drive, Benicia, CA 94510 MoreLess Info
Overlook Park is a neighborhood park that has a walking trail that can be used for running and biking. The park also has a play structure that includes a swing set, stairs, and a slide.
21.5 Miles
74% 19 votes
Parks Skyline Dr & Westline Drive, Daly City, CA 94015 MoreLess Info
Mussell Rock Beach Park is a popular park known for its sandy beaches, rocky coastline, hiking trails, and amaizng vistas Visitors enjoy breathtaking views of the Pacific and varying hiking terrains and scenery.
21.6 Miles
29% 145 votes
Bowling 300 Park Street, Alameda, CA 94502 MoreLess Info
Traditional-style bowling is available AMF Southshore Lanes across 40 individual lanes. Flat-screen televisions have been installed at each of the lanes to provide crystal clear score tracking, and there is an on-site video game arcade and six billiard tables.
21.6 Miles
86% 21 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields Community Park Drive, Benicia, CA 94510 MoreLess Info
Benicia Community Park features various recreational activities including a skate park, baseball/softball diamonds, soccer fields and playgrounds. Benicia offers a fenced dog park and a paved trail for walking, running or biking. The park also provides picnic tables.
21.6 Miles
74% 23 votes
Scenic Walks 1 Ferry Street, Martinez, CA 94553 MoreLess Info
Martinez Regional Shoreline Park offers group picnic areas, open lawns, and picnic areas. The park also has softball fields, bocce ball courts, soccer fields, and three miles of walking trails.
21.7 Miles
80% 5 votes
Skate Parks Benicia Community Park, Community Park Drive, Benicia, CA 94510 MoreLess Info
Benicia Skatepark offers skateboarders an Olympic bowl and kidney pool. The park provides a section that tunnels though a pipe area waterfalling into another bowl. There is also a small stair and some ledges around the outside of the park.
21.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
Playgrounds 488 Gallagher Drive, Benicia, CA 94510 MoreLess Info
Nestled in the suburban neighborhoods of Benicia is Skillman Park. The family-friendly community park features picnic areas, BBQ grills and a children's playground. A popular location for birthday parties or playing summer sports.
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