Free & Cheap Things to Do in Santa Clara, CA

  • The list below includes 422 free or cheap things to do in or near Santa Clara, California, including 125 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Specialty Museums, Walking Trails and Bowling.
  • From Santa Clara University to San Tomas Aquino Creek Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Santa Clara and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Jose, Palo Alto, Los Altos and Cupertino.
  • The list below includes 422 free or cheap things to do in or near Santa Clara, California, including 125 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Specialty Museums, Walking Trails and Bowling.
  • From Santa Clara University to San Tomas Aquino Creek Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Santa Clara and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Jose, Palo Alto, Los Altos and Cupertino.
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25.8 Miles
100% 10 votes
Parks 7601 Shady Creek Road, Dublin, CA 94568 MoreLess Info
Alamo Creek Park has large grassy fields for visitors to play and run in. Additional facilities at the park include a basketball court, picnic tables for eating at, and a creek.
25.9 Miles
41% 58 votes
Haunted Tours BayFair Mall, 15555 E 14th Street, San Leandro, CA 94578 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a variety of scares and thrills at Fear Overload Eternal Nightmare Haunted House. The haunted park features two haunted houses including one based on the famous zodiac killer.
25.9 Miles
18% 22 votes
Parks 12895 Uvas Road, Morgan Hill, CA 95037 MoreLess Info
As an RV resort, Thousand Trails offers visitors a variety of amenities, from free WiFi to miniature golf. The campground is located in wine country and is situated on 66 acres.
26.0 Miles
86% 7 votes
History Museums 7605-B Old Dominion Court, Aptos, CA 95003 MoreLess Info
Focused on preserving the history of the small area of Aptos and its surrounding hills and beaches is the Aptos History Museum. The museum features a curated collection of historical photographs, artifacts and documentation of the areas past.
26.0 Miles
90% 10 votes
Parks Corner of Juniper & Sagewood Streets, San Leandro, CA 94579 MoreLess Info
Bonaire Park is a clean neighborhood park featuring 5 acres of open space. Visitors of all ages can enjoy the picnic areas, playground, and horseshoe pits, as well as the fresh air and the beautiful scenery.
26.0 Miles
75% 4 votes
Art Gallery 510 Bay Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010 MoreLess Info
Featuring work from over 100 artists, the Many Hands Gallery is a local art gallery that displays a large number of productions. Sculptures, paintings, and jewelry from both local and national artists are among the works available in the gallery.
26.0 Miles
75% 4 votes
Horseback Riding Castro Valley, CA 94546 MoreLess Info
Fox Valley Farm is a hunter and jumper horse facility that provides riding lessons and training to riders and horses of every level. They boast two covered arenas, a full-sized outdoor dressage and two jump arenas.
26.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
History Museums 7605 Old Dominion Ct, Aptos, CA 95003 MoreLess Info
The Aptos Museum is a historical museum featuring a collection of local artifacts, photographs, and information. The museum offers guided tours, special events, and educational programs for students. The museum also maintains a gift shop.
26.1 Miles
95% 20 votes
Beaches Miramontes Point Road, Half Moon Bay, CA MoreLess Info
At Pelican Point Beach, visitors can access a tide pool or go diving and surfing. The location also contains tent areas and RV sites with electric hookups for those who wish to stay overnight.
26.1 Miles
83% 12 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 16 miles south of Half Moon Bay on Highway 1, Half Moon Bay, CA MoreLess Info
At the Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve, visitors can go hiking, surfing, swimming, boating, geocaching and fishing. The location also contains picnic areas, interpretive exhibits, and restrooms for visitors to use.
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