- The list below includes 561 free or cheap things to do in or near Daly City, California, including 129 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, National & State Parks, Horseback Riding and Bowling.
- From San Bruno Mountain State & County Park to Thornton Beach State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Daly City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Half Moon Bay and Berkeley.
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            Black Sand Beach is known not only for its dark sand but also for its nude sunbathers, due to it being a clothing-optional beach. Both the surf and the hike from the parking lot are tough.        
    
    
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            Opened in 1979, Crab Cove Visitor Center is located at Crown Memorial State Beach. The center features a variety of educational and informative exhibits about local sea life, as well as visitor information services.        
    
    
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            Nestled in the urban San Mateo, The San Mateo Japanese Garden is a welcome breath of peace. Strolling through the garden, sitting in the Japanese pagoda, and admiring the koi pond are some of the things visitors love the most.        
    
    
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            The great San Francisco Bay receives water from approximately half of California and channels it out to the Pacific Ocean. The Bay is an important launching spot for small and mid-size fishing boats, and is also heavily traveled by chartered ships searching for dolphins and whale pods.        
    
    
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                Eighth Street and Otis Drive, Alameda, CA 
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            Visitors of the Crown Memorial State Beach Park will be able to go fishing, boating, swimming, or picnicking. The location also hosts naturalist-guided programs and is an ideal location for boardsporting activities.        
    
    
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                1510 Webster Street, Alameda, CA 
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            At the Pacific Pinball Museum, guests will have the opportunity to view collections of pinball machines. The location also offers educational classes, including Recognizing Pinball Artists and Learning History Through Pinball.        
    
    
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            Tide pools, ample sand, and scenic views are among the characteristics that make Moss Beach a popular location to visit. Visitors have the opportunity to view a large variety of marine life that washes up on the shoreline as well.        
    
    
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            For dogs weighing 30 pounds or less, Alameda Small Dog Park features a fenced dirt field for canine recreation. The park provides drinking water, a shade tree, benches and a double-gated entrance.        
    
    
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            Spanning a total distance of 31.83-acres of land, Shoreline Park is a leisure park that includes picnic areas and a play area for children. The picnic areas can be rented for private parties, corporate outings, or church events.        
    
    
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            More than just a rental shop, Sea Trek Ocean Kayak offers classes, lessons, and treks in Sausalito. They also have paddleboards available.