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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33.9 Miles
94% 35 votes
Bike Paths Canada Road, Belmont, CA 94002 MoreLess Info
Each Sunday the county closes certain roads to accommodate joggers, bicyclers and roller skaters. Referred to by residents as Canada Road Bicycle Sundays, the distance covers just over a mile and restroom facilities are available at a local park.
33.9 Miles
18% 17 votes
Dog Park 2525 Buena Vista Avenue, Belmont, CA 94002 MoreLess Info
Featuring a separate section for smaller dogs, Cipriani Dog Park offers ample room for dogs to run and play. There is also a watering area and to help keep the park clean, there are scoopers and receptacles for dog waste.
33.9 Miles
100% 3 votes
Parks Casa Bona Avenue, Belmont, CA 94002 MoreLess Info
A city park, Belmont Park features and expansive open lawn, a playground for kids with a variety of equipment, and a picnic area with barbecue grills. The park is dog-friendly, and features drinking fountains for dogs as well as people.
33.9 Miles
- 2 votes
Parks Buena Vista Drive, Belmont, CA 94002 MoreLess Info
Consisting of a playground and dog park, Cipriani Park offers several climbing structures for children to play on with a wood chip floor. The dog park is gated and provides a space for dogs to frolic and socialize in.
34.0 Miles
87% 332 votes
Historic Sites Santa Rosa & Sonoma Aves, Santa Rosa, CA 95404 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to preserving the work and legacy of horticultural pioneer Luther Burbank, the Luther Burbank Home & Gardens offers self-guided tours. This museum also features elaborate Christmas displays featuring lights, ornaments and winter plants.
34.0 Miles
50% 4 votes
Horseback Riding 16702 Highway One, Bodega Bay, CA 94922 MoreLess Info
At Bad Boy Cowboys – Private Trail Rides, visitors of all skill levels can enjoy a horseback riding experience. The location also offers romantic strolls for couples who wish to celebrate a special anniversary.
34.0 Miles
78% 45 votes
Movie Theaters 551 Summerfield Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95405 MoreLess Info
The Summerfield Cinemas is a medium-sized family-owned multiplex movie theater that specializes in showing independent, foreign, and festival circuit films and documentaries. The facility also has a snack bar and small cafe and coffee shop area.
34.0 Miles
100% 10 votes
Hiking Trails Redwood Shores, Redwood City, CA 94065 MoreLess Info
Redwood Shores Bay Trail is 500 miles long and offers wildlife and places to come for cycling and running. Visitors can also see birds, squirrels, jack rabbits, the high and low tides, sting rays, jelly fish and plants all around.
34.0 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks 200-234 Lawler Ranch Parkway, Suisun City, CA 94585 MoreLess Info
The Lawler Ranch Park is a neighborhood park that includes a playground, a walking path, picnic tables, and trash receptacles. The playground has monkey bars, climbing structures, and bounce tires.
34.0 Miles
96% 27 votes
Parks 2101 Holbrook Drive, Danville, CA 94506 MoreLess Info
Featuring a pond with a waterfall, Sycamore Valley Park provides open grass fields lined with trees as well as facilities for baseball, soccer, bocce ball and football. The park also provides a playground, walking paths, picnic tables and barbecue pits.
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