Free & Cheap Things to Do in Oakland, CA

  • The list below includes 744 free or cheap things to do in or near Oakland, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Sports Facilities/Fields and Maze.
  • From Redwood Regional Park to Lake Merritt, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Oakland and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Berkeley and San Ramon.
  • The list below includes 744 free or cheap things to do in or near Oakland, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Sports Facilities/Fields and Maze.
  • From Redwood Regional Park to Lake Merritt, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Oakland and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Berkeley and San Ramon.
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46.5 Miles
18% 17 votes
Bowling 2365 East Street, Tracy, CA 95376 MoreLess Info
A bowling center featuring 32 lanes, West Valley Bowl Center offers both open and league bowling as well as party hosting. The center provides cosmic bowling nights, optional bumpers, arcade games, locker rentals and pool tables.
46.5 Miles
67% 6 votes
Parks 2-198 East Eaton Avenue, Tracy, CA 95376 MoreLess Info
Lincoln Park provides two play spaces, one for older children and one for toddlers. There is a water plaza and a large grass area to play sports. The park offers BBQ/grills and a pathway to ride bikes or walk.
47.1 Miles
50% 6 votes
Camping Site 14900 W Hwy 12, Lodi, CA 95242 MoreLess Info
Tower Park Marina Resort is a Marina that provides an exclusive getaway bringing together RV and tent camping, cabins and lodges with boat enthusiasts alike. They offer a pavilion and swimming pool/SpaBoat, water sports, boat rentals and boat sales.
48.5 Miles
90% 244 votes
Parks At the corner of McAbee Road and Camden Avenue, San Jose, CA 95120 MoreLess Info
Almaden Quicksilver Country Park is a great place for a day out with family and friends. Admission is free with multiple entrances. There are many hiking trails, well-maintained picnic grounds and some old mines and mining equipment to explore. Pets are allowed inside.
48.8 Miles
97% 380 votes
National & State Parks 6201 Channel Drive, Santa Rosa, CA 95409 MoreLess Info
Hikers and bicycle riders have access to many excellent and challenging trails within Annadel State Park. Entry is free. The park does not allow camping or off-trail cycling. Horses are only permitted on certain trails.
48.8 Miles
39% 28 votes
Marinas 7600 Windmill Cove, Stockton, CA 95202 MoreLess Info
Windmill Cove is a resort and marina that features an RV park, a number of restaurants, camping plots, and rentable cabins. The cove also has a bar and grill that is open 7 days a week.
49.5 Miles
94% 211 votes
Parks 5390 Montgomery Dr, Santa Rosa, CA 95409 MoreLess Info
Spring Lake Park is a 320 acre park featuring a 3 acre lagoon and 72 acre lake. The lagoon is suitable for swimming and the lake for boating and fishing. The park also maintains several picnic areas and a campground.
49.6 Miles
100% 33 votes
Movie Theaters 1340 Main Street, St. Helena, CA 94574 MoreLess Info
Featuring digital projectors and surround sound, Cameo Cinema is a historic theater with screenings of independent films. The theater has vintage movie posters and movie memorabilia displays in the lobby.
49.7 Miles
87% 55 votes
Parks 630 Summerfield Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95405 MoreLess Info
Howarth Park is a 152-acre community park that provides recreational opportunities with a lake for fishing & boating. The park also features a softball field, tennis courts, picnic areas, unique playground structures, miles of hiking and jogging trails.
49.8 Miles
79% 42 votes
Hiking Trails Between Santa Rosa and Sebastopol, Sebastopol, CA MoreLess Info
The Joe Rodota Trail at the Sonoma County Parks is favorited by locals who enjoy long, winding hikes. The creekside trail isn't strenuous and accommodates walkers and dog owners.
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