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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26.8 Miles
100% 4 votes
Parks Callan Avenue, San Leandro, CA 94577 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1938, Memorial Park offers two separate play areas with a variety of equipment. The park also has five barbecue pits, ten picnic tables, and ample seating areas with benches.
26.8 Miles
63% 87 votes
Trampoline Parks 455 Lopes Road, Fairfield, CA 94534 MoreLess Info
Jump Highway is a full size trampoline sports and recreation center with over 10,000 square feet of trampolines. A lounge area with billiards is available along with a dunking court and dodgeball arena.
26.8 Miles
75% 32 votes
Dog Park 505 N San Carlos Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 MoreLess Info
Located on the north end of Heather Farm Park, the Heather Farm Dog Park features separate fenced areas for large and small dogs. The one-acre park is open from dawn until dusk most days.
26.8 Miles
100% 5 votes
Hobby Shops 305 Southwest Blvd, Rohnert Park, CA 94928 MoreLess Info
The Slot Car Raceway is a 4000-sqft shop that contains the Tesstarossa scale track that was created by Gary Gerding. The shop also features two restrooms and a pit space for viewers to watch races.
26.9 Miles
94% 66 votes
Parks Monarch Bay Drive, San Leandro, CA 94577 MoreLess Info
Located in San Leandro, Marina Park is a popular picnic spot. Featuring barbecue grills and three newly remodeled picnic areas, the 30-acre park is home to a mile-long par course and a large green area as well.
26.9 Miles
63% 71 votes
Mini Golf 1913 Salvio Street, Concord, CA 94520 MoreLess Info
Play 18 holes of miniature golf in an indoor haunted graveyard filled with animatronic figures and special effects. Ghost Golf is climate controlled for comfort, and wheelchair compatible. Weekday specials and party packages are available.
26.9 Miles
50% 6 votes
Hiking Trails Cabrillo Highway, Pacifica, CA 94044 MoreLess Info
The Pedro Point Headlands are a scenic ocean-side location composed of jutting rocks and jagged cliffs that extend out into the ocean. The Headlands are a popular location for hiking and other outdoor activities.
26.9 Miles
83% 18 votes
Scenic Drives 5000 Pressley Road, Rohnert Park, CA MoreLess Info
There are tall stands of oaks and rolling grasslands with Crane Creek flowing right through the middle of the 128 acres of Crane Creek Regional Park. The park features a disc golf course and hiking, biking and horseback riding trails.
27.0 Miles
45% 148 votes
Movie Theaters 1985 Willow Pass Road, Concord, CA 94520 MoreLess Info
The Brenden Theatres - Concord 14 cinema offers 14 theaters with digital video and sound. It screens first-run movies, and offers high-backed 'love seat' chairs with removable armrests as well as three restaurants on the premises.
27.0 Miles
83% 24 votes
Parks Yosemite Drive, Pacifica, CA 94044 MoreLess Info
Frontierland Park is a community park that contains barbecue areas, horseshoe pits, a playground, and picnic tables. The park has a large picnic area that can be reserved for corporate outings, birthday parties, or church events.
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