Free & Cheap Things to Do in Newark, CA

  • The list below includes 610 free or cheap things to do in or near Newark, California, including 128 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Tennis, Laser Tag and Art Gallery.
  • From Lakeshore Park to Newark Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Newark and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Half Moon Bay, San Jose, Los Altos and Palo Alto.
  • The list below includes 610 free or cheap things to do in or near Newark, California, including 128 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Tennis, Laser Tag and Art Gallery.
  • From Lakeshore Park to Newark Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Newark and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Half Moon Bay, San Jose, Los Altos and Palo Alto.
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39.9 Miles
74% 35 votes
Lighthouses Lighthouse Point, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 MoreLess Info
In 1986, the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum opened inside the Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse. It is one of the oldest museums in the world dedicated to surfing, and visitors can see how surfboards progressed from huge paddleboards to modern surfboards, along with surf club patches, surf movie posters, and wetsuits,
39.9 Miles
89% 9 votes
Parks 1595 Railroad Avenue, Vallejo, CA 94592 MoreLess Info
Mare Island Shoreline Heritage Preserve is a 215 acre park. Attractions include hiking, biking, scenic views, and picnicking. Visitors can also participate in guided park tours and regular special events.
39.9 Miles
91% 75 votes
Beaches 701 W Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 MoreLess Info
All kinds of wildlife are found at Lighthouse Field State Beach including the black swift, monarch butterflies and sea lions. The beach is popular with dog owners and surfers and is even home to a surfing museum.
40.1 Miles
87% 2454 votes
Beaches 2531 West Cliff Drive near Swanton Blvd., Santa Cruz, CA MoreLess Info
True to its name, Natural Bridges State Park contains natural rock bridges created by eons of water and wind erosion. The modern park is managed by the state and is a wonderful destination for adults and families.
40.4 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.
40.4 Miles
50% 2 votes
Historic Sites 10001 Watsonville Road, Gilroy, CA 95020 MoreLess Info
Chitactac-Adams County Park is a 4.3 acre park featuring several cultural artifacts, including bedrock mortars and petroglyphs left by the Ohlone Indians. Attractions include a self-guided interpretive walk and an interpretive shelter, as well as the scenic Uvas Creek.
40.5 Miles
100% 22 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) 550 B St, San Rafael, CA 94901 MoreLess Info
Celebrating a time-honored sport of Marin County, the Marin Bocce Federation presents locals and visitors the opportunity to play bocce in both relaxed or tournament settings. The center features eight exterior courts, two indoor courts, and a picnic area.
40.5 Miles
50% 52 votes
Dance Clubs 842 4th Street, San Rafael, CA 94901 MoreLess Info
Decorated in a vintage theme, George's Nightclub offers a dance floor with live music from the 1950s. Visitors can dance to big band, jazz, rock'n'roll, and blues while enjoying mixed drinks.
40.5 Miles
56% 18 votes
Farmers Markets 935 Lootens Pl, Ste 208, San Rafael, CA 94901 MoreLess Info
Featuring live musical talent, a wide array of local and regional vendors selling everything from produce to handcrafted jewelry, and food from local restaurants and farmers, the Downtown San Rafael Farmers Market offers a variety of attractions for visitors.
40.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Hiking Trails Vallejo, CA MoreLess Info
Spanning a total distance of 350-miles in length, Bay Ridge Trail is a nature trail that connects over 75 parks and open spaces throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. The trail can be used for biking, hiking, and horseback riding.
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