Free & Cheap Things to Do in Hayward, CA

  • The list below includes 826 free or cheap things to do in or near Hayward, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Aquariums and Playgrounds.
  • From Hayward Japanese Gardens to Garin & Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Parks, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hayward and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Berkeley and Palo Alto.
  • The list below includes 826 free or cheap things to do in or near Hayward, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Aquariums and Playgrounds.
  • From Hayward Japanese Gardens to Garin & Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Parks, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hayward and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Berkeley and Palo Alto.
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49.1 Miles
84% 38 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Woodbridge Road, Lodi, CA MoreLess Info
Isenberg Crane Reserve is the guests of the sandhill crane in the fall and winter. Bird watchers can also observe pelicans, vultures, ibis and swans, among many other bird species.
49.1 Miles
43% 37 votes
Family Fun Center 1251 E Yosemite Avenue, Manteca, CA 95336 MoreLess Info
Featuring 48 wood lanes, Manteca Bowl & Family Fun Center offers open and league bowling along with batting cages and an arcade. The center provides a pro shop, a restaurant with a full bar, pool tables and dart boards.
49.2 Miles
78% 23 votes
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Zaps Zone

Laser Tag 1578 Hammertown Drive, Stockton, CA 95210 MoreLess Info
Zaps Zone is a laser tag facility featuring a 6,200 square foot, two story laser tag arena. Visitors can choose from several play modes, such as base mode or free for all. Zaps Zone also maintains a snack bar.
49.2 Miles
20% 5 votes
1214

Pump It Up

Children's Play Area 1433 Moffat Blvd, Ste 1, Manteca, CA 95336 MoreLess Info
Pump It Up is a party and play place for kids. The facility features a variety of inflatables and play areas, and offers open play times every day in addition to party rentals.
49.2 Miles
61% 38 votes
Parks 10840 Coyote Lake Road, Gilroy, CA 95020 MoreLess Info
Coyote Lake Park is 4,595-acre recreation area featuring a 635-acre lake for fishing and boating. There are 73 tent and RV campsites and more than 35 miles of wooded trails for hikers, horseback riders and off-road bicyclists.
49.2 Miles
60% 5 votes
Bay 161-177 Seacliff Dr E, Aptos, CA 95003 MoreLess Info
A scenic seaside park overlooking Monterey Bay, SeaCliff Mini Park offers wildlife viewing, birding, and beach activities. Visitors can also see the SS Palo Alto tanker, or fish or crab from the pier.
49.3 Miles
92% 484 votes
Aquariums 100 Shaffer Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 MoreLess Info
Adults and children with an interest in marine ecosystems must not miss the opportunity to visit the Seymour Marine Discovery Center. It is an active research institution and a public outreach facility dedicated to helping the community understand the importance of preserving marine environments.
49.3 Miles
100% 14 votes
Hiking Trails 411 Chileno Valley road, Petaluma, CA 94952 MoreLess Info
Helen Putnam Regional Park is a 216 acre park featuring 5.87 miles of hiking trails. The trails offer views of the surrounding countryside and are accessible by hikers, equestrians, and bikers. The park also offers a playground and picnic area.
49.3 Miles
71% 49 votes
Beaches Rio Del Mar, Aptos, CA 95001 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a wide stretch of beach with fire pits at Rio Del Mar Beach. The beach is close to a variety of shopping venues and restaurants and leashed dogs are allowed.
49.3 Miles
60% 5 votes
Beaches Rio Del Mar, Aptos, CA 95003 MoreLess Info
Hidden Beach is a small 1.5 acre beach-side neighborhood park. The park maintains a play structure for children, as well as picnic tables, a large open field, and public restrooms.
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