- The list below includes 621 free or cheap things to do in or near Menlo Park, California, including 126 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Horseback Riding, Movie Theaters and Botanical Gardens.
- From Sunset Magazine Headquarters and Gardens to Sharon Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Menlo Park and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pacifica, Half Moon Bay, San Jose and Los Altos.
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Commemorating the completion of the Hetch-Hetchy Dam water transport project in 1934, the Pulgas Water Temple stands to celebrate the delivery of clean water to the area. The temples surrounding park area is a serene and peaceful place to visit or host private events.
7.6 Miles
GAMA Ride is a family-friendly entertainment center that features a selection of 3D and 6D game simulators. The center also offers traditional rides and games, as well as a full service snack bar and birthday party packages.
7.8 Miles
Accommodating young children, Gymboree Play and Music offers music classes where kids can dance to a music styles like The Beatles and Latin music. The gym has open play where kids can play freely with age appropriate toys and props.
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2600 Hallmark Drive, Belmont, CA 94002
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Located in Hallmark Park, Crystal Springs Cross Country Course provides for an array of outdoor activities including hiking, jogging and running. The trail offers scenic views of the city (namely the skyline) and glimpses of wildlife.
7.9 Miles
Cuesta Park is a large, pet-friendly park with a variety of amenities. It features large open green spaces, running paths, playground equipment for kids, tennis courts, and multiple picnic areas with barbecue grills.
7.9 Miles
A bowling center featuring 24 synthetic lanes, Bel Mateo Bowl offers open and league bowling with automatic scoring and bumpers. The center provides a snack bar, catering services, a lounge with televisions and a game room.
7.9 Miles
A city park, Belmont Park features and expansive open lawn, a playground for kids with a variety of equipment, and a picnic area with barbecue grills. The park is dog-friendly, and features drinking fountains for dogs as well as people.
7.9 Miles
Known for its tennis courts, Hallmark Park offers visitors two gated courts surrounded by hills. Next to the tennis courts, there is a small playground with two swings and a slide.
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1 Marshlands Road, Fremont, CA 94555
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Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge is 30,000 acres and is home to millions of migratory birds and endangered species. It has 30 miles of hiking trails, and fishing, boating and hunting are permitted in some areas.
8.0 Miles
Also know as the John Brooks Memorial Open Space, Water Dog Lake Park presses directly against the lake itself and offers a small pier that leads into the water. A large trailhead is available at the park which offers individual trails of varying lengths.