Free & Cheap Things to Do in Berkeley, CA

  • The list below includes 665 free or cheap things to do in or near Berkeley, California, including 131 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Shopping Districts and Botanical Gardens.
  • From Tilden Regional Park to University of California, Berkeley, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Berkeley and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Richmond and San Ramon.
  • The list below includes 665 free or cheap things to do in or near Berkeley, California, including 131 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Shopping Districts and Botanical Gardens.
  • From Tilden Regional Park to University of California, Berkeley, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Berkeley and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Richmond and San Ramon.
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Himalayan Flavors 1585 University Ave., Berkeley, CA MoreLess Info
Chefs create Indian and Nepalese dishes, such as chicken chow mein, lamb vindaloo, and gulab jamun, served in a saffron-colored dining room
9.8 Miles
86% 139 votes
Islands San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Artificial or man made, Treasure Island provides some of the best views of San Francisco. A small neighborhood and community, it is also home to an old naval base.
9.8 Miles
92% 24 votes
Specialty Museums 1920 Paradise Drive, Tiburon, CA MoreLess Info
Collecting and preserving artifacts of the rich waterfront history of the area, the Railroad & Ferry Depot Museum is a must see. Exhibits cover the creation and discovery of the railroad and water transportation that made this town irreplaceable.
9.8 Miles
44% 9 votes
Horseback Riding 120 Vaca Creek Way, Martinez, CA 94553 MoreLess Info
Consisting of three arenas, Bella Oaks Stables offers horse boarding services to the public. The stables are located close to Briones Regional Park, where they host trail rides through its trail system.
9.9 Miles
79% 14 votes
Bars 950 Geary Blvd. between Larkin and Polk, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Grab a bite while enjoying live entertainment at the Edinburgh Castle Pub. Along with casual dining, this pub features a variety of bands and offers occasional dancing and other social activities.
9.9 Miles
94% 17 votes
National & State Parks Vistazo Street West, Tiburon, CA 94920 MoreLess Info
A state park built around the Old St. Hilary's church, Old St. Hilary's Open Space Preserve offers extensive hiking and biking trails. The park features remarkable scenic views of the bay and surrounding wilderness.
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100% 6 votes
Hiking Trails Tiburon, CA MoreLess Info
Spanning several miles, Perimeter Trail takes hikers around Angel Island State Park. Along with hiking, the trail is frequently used by other outdoor enthusiasts including bicyclers, runners and bird/wildlife watchers.
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100% 6 votes
Scenic Railroads Tiburon, CA MoreLess Info
Located in Angel Island State Park, Perimeter Road is a 5 mile trail with several sight seeing locations with views of the bay. Visitors often spot wildlife like deer. The trail has a picnic area.
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Oakland Aviation Museum, as the name suggests, is a small museum housing many interesting and well-maintained artifacts belonging to Oakland aviation history. The chief attraction here is the four-engine Solent Flying Boat which featured in the movie 'Raiders of the Lost Ark'.
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100% 3 votes
Art Gallery 2036 Union St, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Images of the North is an Inuit art gallery in San Francisco. The gallery is open year round and it is home to sculptures, masks and prints either miniatures or of a larger scale.
10.1 Miles
98% 309 votes
Walking Tours 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco, CA 94102 MoreLess Info
San Francisco City Guides offers walking tours of different parts of the city. For those who prefer not to walk, try their trolley city tour.
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