- 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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26.4 Miles
62%
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Sonoma State University, 1801 E Cotati Avenue, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
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Green Music Center is a world-class performing arts complex located on the campus of Sonoma State University. The Center consists of multiple performance venues, a music education wing, sprawling outdoor spaces and an on-site restaurant.
26.5 Miles
83%
6 votes
13630 Sonoma Highway, Glen Ellen, CA 95442
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Nestled in the hills, Sonoma Valley Regional Park offers visitors both paved and dirt trails for hiking. The park provides visitors with scenic views of the valley and nearby lake, as well as opportunities for bird watching.
26.5 Miles
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13630 Sonoma Highway, Glen Ellen, CA 95442
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Located next to a scenic state park is the Elizabeth Anne Perrone Dog Park. Dogs, as well as their owners, can enjoy scenic paved trails, large grass areas for off-leash play, beautiful floral gardens and a small dog pool.
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1801 E Cotati Avenue, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
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Also known as the Green Music Center, Weill Hall at Sonoma State University is a music performance venue that hosts a wide array of musical and cultural events, ranging from pop music concerts to film series.
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A 32-lane bowling facility, Diablo Valley Bowl offers open and league bowling along with private event and party hosting. It provides a snack bar, arcade games, pool tables, a bar with adult beverages and cosmic bowling.
26.7 Miles
Hillcrest Park is a community-owned and managed public park that is noted for containing Matteo's Dream, a large, safe playground for children of all abilities. Additionally, the park has ball fields, pavilions, and picnic areas.
26.7 Miles
Mulford Point Park is part of the larger Marina Park area covering the seaside areas at the very end of the shoreline point. Besides offering views of the Pacific, visitors will also find picnic tables and fishing areas as well.
26.7 Miles
An historic landmark, Sanchez Adobe has served many purposes. The building was once a cattle ranch but would later become a hotel, and subsequently the personal residence of a town mayor. Tours are offered and special events often hosted here.
26.7 Miles
With 102 acres, Heather Farm Park offers a range of activities for visitors including a skate park, dog park, swim center, a community center and equestrian center. Other amenities include bike paths, sand volleyball, playground, fishing pond and athletic fields.
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Visitors can take in the beauty of nature whilst walking the paths of the Gardens at Heather Farms located in Walnut Creek, California. A series of natural gardens surround the nearby lake, highlighted by the beautiful roses when in season.