Free & Cheap Things to Do in Menlo Park, CA

  • 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.
  • 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.
Showing 291-300 of 1142
14.4 Miles
81% 16 votes
Beaches 152 Poplar Street, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019 MoreLess Info
Blufftop Coastal Park is a scenic and peaceful natural area that offers beach access, walking, running, and biking trails that wind through the surrounding woods, and benches to sit and relax.
14.5 Miles
84% 56 votes
Beaches Kelly Avenue, Half Moon Bay, CA MoreLess Info
Francis Beach is believed to be the main beach at Half Moon Bay with beautiful views of the ocean and well-maintained campsites that offer both tents as well as RV's. The beach can be easily reached through the Coast-side trail. There is also a dog-friendly beach area nearby.
14.5 Miles
100% 4 votes
Tennis 35460 Newark Blvd, Newark, CA 94560 MoreLess Info
With Tenndeavor, visitors can receive personalized tennis instruction with tennis professionals. The team helps visitors develop the correct form and techniques to make it from a novice to an advanced level.
14.5 Miles
100% 10 votes
Parks 12415 Scully Avenue, Saratoga, CA 95070 MoreLess Info
Located on 10.3 acres of land, Kevin Moran Park is a public park that offers its guests a variety of amenities. These include a picnic area, tennis court, and bocce ball courts, all of which are available for hourly rental.
14.6 Miles
77% 979 votes
Farms & Ranches 1828 Cabrillo Highway, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019 MoreLess Info
Tour Half Moon Bay on horseback with a guided tour from Sea Horse Ranch & Friendly Acres. Riders must be at least seven years old and do not need prior equestrian experience. Sea Horse Ranch & Friendly Acres also offers weekend riding camps and horse boarding.
14.6 Miles
83% 30 votes
Parks Breakwater Avenue, Hayward, CA 94543 MoreLess Info
Enjoy five miles of graveled public trails along Hayward Regional Shoreline. With nearly 2,000 acres of water marshes ranging from fresh to saltwater, visitors are sure to enjoy the shoreline wildlife. Fishing is allowed along the levees.
14.6 Miles
69% 16 votes
Parks 1771 Milmont Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035 MoreLess Info
Dixon Landing Park features three tennis courts, a ball field, playground, basketball hoop, and ten picnic tables with six barbeques spanning 11 acres. The parking lot contains 84 spots and public restrooms are available.
14.7 Miles
88% 43 votes
National & State Parks 1320 Garin Avenue, Hayward, CA 94544 MoreLess Info
The Garin Regional Park offers several natural trails as well as two separate parkland areas that are popular spots for nature study and fishing. In addition, the park also hosts numerous annual events, including an apple festival and Halloween hayrides.
14.7 Miles
60% 5 votes
History Museums 1889 Market St., Santa Clara, CA MoreLess Info
Harris-Lass Historic Museum is the last farm site in the city of Santa Clara. The museum consists of the house, a classic California barn and landscaped gardens. Patrons may take a guided tour of the historic house.
14.7 Miles
90% 90 votes
Parks 1320 Garin Avenue, Hayward, CA 94544 MoreLess Info
Founded in the late-19th century, Garin & Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Parks is a collection of parks offering a number of amenities to its guests. Visitors to the park commonly enjoy viewing the native wildlife, hiking, or having picnics.
Showing 291-300 of 1142
HAVE SUGGESTIONS FOR COOL AND INTERESTING THINGS TO DO IN THE Menlo Park AREA?
ADD A NEW ATTRACTION TO TRIPBUZZ!