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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38.8 Miles
75% 4 votes
Marinas 5 Marina Plz, Antioch, CA 94509 MoreLess Info
With boat boarding available, Antioch Marina provides visitors with direct access to San Joaquin River. From the marina, visitors can watch a wide variety of boats pass by, from small speedboats to large transport vessels.
38.9 Miles
76% 17 votes
Dog Park 3700 Farm Hill Blvd, Redwood City, CA 94061 MoreLess Info
Stulsaft Park is a 42 acre park that is outfitted a variety of slides and playground equipment for all ages. The park also has a sprayground, picnic areas, barbecue pits, and wildlife viewing.
38.9 Miles
81% 47 votes
Parks 1200 Frederickson Ln, Antioch, CA 94509 MoreLess Info
Set on 780 acres of land, Contra Loma Regional Park & Swim Lagoon offers a reservoir for fishing and swimming. The lagoon has a designated swim area with lifeguards. People can fish catfish, trout, and bass in the reservoir.
39.0 Miles
86% 195 votes
National & State Parks 34600 Ardenwood Blvd, Fremont, CA 94555 MoreLess Info
As a historic Victorian farm, Ardenwood Historic Farm offers visitors a spacious area for walking among native plants. There are 99 species of birds on the farm, ranging from peacocks, to turkeys, to hummingbirds.
39.0 Miles
68% 123 votes
Dog Park Mission Blvd & 7th Street, Union City, CA 94587 MoreLess Info
Dog owners and their pets can enjoy a myriad of recreation activities at the Drigon Dog Park. Along with standard walking paths, there are watering stations, scooper dispensers, fake fire hydrants, dog tunnels, and a climbing platform.
39.1 Miles
94% 54 votes
Specialty Museums 5848 Highway 12, Suisun City, CA 94585 MoreLess Info
Western Rainway Museum preserves historic and retired streetcars and electric trains while also offering a small artifact and document exhibit. A living history museum, visitors enjoy a ride aboard one of these beautifully restored locomotives.
39.1 Miles
93% 14 votes
Parks Maddux Dr at Kensington Road, Redwood City, CA 94061 MoreLess Info
Redwood City's Maddux Park sits on a little over half an acre of land. The park features an extensive play area with a variety of playground equipment, as well as picnic areas.
39.1 Miles
67% 6 votes
Piers & Boardwalks W 1st Street, Antioch, CA 94509 MoreLess Info
Often referred to as the Antioch Bridge Pier, the Antioch Public Fishing Pier is a 535 foot long, 16 foot wide fishing pier. Fishers can catch bass, flounder, catfish, pike, steelhead, and salmon.
39.1 Miles
25% 4 votes
Playgrounds 384 Florence Street, Union City, CA 94587 MoreLess Info
The public can rent the space of Seven Hills Park for private gatherings and events for a fee. The park itself features a car-themed playground area, sand volleyball court, walking path, picnic tables, restrooms, and basketball court.
39.2 Miles
86% 28 votes
Badminton 190 Constitution Drive, Menlo Park, CA 94025 MoreLess Info
Founded in 2012, the Synergy Badminton Club is a tennis facility that aims to foster an open, personable, and comfortable culture. The club has 8 Olympic sized courts, a full service pro shop, and a fitness room.
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