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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22.5 Miles
82% 102 votes
Historic Buildings 114 Spain St. at First St., Sonoma, CA MoreLess Info
San Francisco Solano Mission is a popular historic landmark and a great place to learn about local history. The exhibits here showcase 19th century artworks maintained in excellent condition. The mission chapel too, is beautiful and worth a visit.
22.5 Miles
78% 60 votes
Movie Theaters 555 Center Avenue, Martinez, CA 94553 MoreLess Info
Contra Costa Stadium Cinemas is an eight screen theatre with stadium seating. The cinema features new Hollywood releases, has select D-BOX seating, and offers a full-service concession stand.
22.5 Miles
57% 233 votes
Bowling 900 King Drive, Daly City, CA 94015 MoreLess Info
Classic Bowling Center is open 7 days a week, offering fun for the whole family with modern amenities and plenty of bowling balls to choose from. Guests can reserve lanes online, as well as book parties at this popular spot.
22.7 Miles
77% 31 votes
Playgrounds West Pacific Avenue & Maple, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Having been recently refurbished, the Julius Kahn Playground provides a safe, fun environment for children to play. There is also a clubhouse on site which allows families to get out of the sun on a hot day.
22.7 Miles
88% 48 votes
Archery 3001 Bayshore Rd, Ste 9, Benicia, CA 94510 MoreLess Info
Fat Shafts Archery is an indoor archery range, service shop, and retail store that gives educational archery lessons. The shop offers advanced archery classes and is available for birthday parties.
22.8 Miles
82% 55 votes
Parks Orange Ave & Tennis Drive, South San Francisco, CA 94080 MoreLess Info
South San Francisco's Orange Memorial Park is a family friendly park with many recreational amenities. The park includes a large children's playground, dog park, BBQ and picnic areas, tennis courts and a weekend farmer's market.
22.8 Miles
79% 14 votes
Parks 200 Arroyo Drive, South San Francisco, CA 94080 MoreLess Info
San Francisco's Buri Buri Park offers several sports fields and courts, including basketball, tennis, and baseball. The park also has a large playground with a jungle gym and other play equipment.
22.9 Miles
80% 80 votes
Dog Park 35 W Orange Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080 MoreLess Info
Featuring separate areas for larger and smaller dogs, Centennial Way Dog Park provides an opportunity for dogs to get lots of exercise. The park is also equipped with convenient doggie water fountains, benches and a large sculpture.
22.9 Miles
100% 2 votes
Cultural Centers 423 Baden Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1994, the APOP Hawaiian Cultural Center is an organization dedicated to educating the public about Hawaii and its culture. The center offers numerous Hawaiian classes and workshops, art exhibits, and hula contests throughout the year.
22.9 Miles
100% 2 votes
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Bay Trail

Hiking Trails Oyster Point ,Genentech - Sierra Point, South San Francisco, CA 94080 MoreLess Info
Bay Trail provides easily accessible recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts including hikers, joggers, bicyclists and skaters. It also offers a setting for wildlife viewing and environmental education and increases public respect and appreciation for the Bay.
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