Free & Cheap Things to Do in San Jose, CA

  • The list below includes 376 free or cheap things to do in or near San Jose, California, including 125 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, History Museums, Comedy Clubs and Movie Theaters.
  • From Municipal Rose Garden to Los Gatos Creek Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Jose and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palo Alto, Los Altos, Cupertino and Fremont.
  • The list below includes 376 free or cheap things to do in or near San Jose, California, including 125 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, History Museums, Comedy Clubs and Movie Theaters.
  • From Municipal Rose Garden to Los Gatos Creek Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Jose and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palo Alto, Los Altos, Cupertino and Fremont.
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46.8 Miles
78% 60 votes
Movie Theaters 555 Center Avenue, Martinez, CA 94553 MoreLess Info
Contra Costa Stadium Cinemas is an eight screen theatre with stadium seating. The cinema features new Hollywood releases, has select D-BOX seating, and offers a full-service concession stand.
46.9 Miles
93% 135 votes
Historic Sites 4202 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, CA 94553 MoreLess Info
The John Muir National Historic Site is a dedicated to the founder of the environmental movement. There are several group and walking tours available throughout his home as well as the surrounding land so visitors can learn more about the impact Muir made on society.
46.9 Miles
97% 149 votes
National & State Parks Melville Square and Esplanade Drive, Richmond, CA 94804 MoreLess Info
Established in 2000, the Rosie the Riveter and World War II Home From National Park is an educational destination. Exploring the life and careers of men and women during the war, centered around the iconic image of Rosie the Riveter.
46.9 Miles
83% 6 votes
Playgrounds 1 Maryal Drive, Salinas, CA 93906 MoreLess Info
Carefully designed to be accessible to all children, regardless of challenges or disabilities, Tatum's Garden Fully Inclusive Accessible Playground features a variety of amenities, including swings, climbing areas, see saws, and other equipment.
47.0 Miles
82% 11 votes
Cooking Classes 636 Murray Circle, Sausalito, CA 94965 MoreLess Info
The Cooking School at Cavallo Point offers cooking lessons on a variety of culinary topics. A good place to mingle with others who enjoy cooking.
47.0 Miles
67% 3 votes
Parks 2987 Pittsburg-Antioch Highway, Pittsburg, CA 94509 MoreLess Info
With baseball fields, soccer fields, and horseshoe play areas, Central Park provides a variety of entertainment opportunities to its visitors. The eight-acre park also has a large picnic site, designed for a total capacity of 100 people.
47.0 Miles
70% 10 votes
Paintball 1400 W 4th St, Unit 2, Antioch, CA 94509 MoreLess Info
Gamepod Combat Zone is a large airsoft facility and CQC M.O.U.T Law Enforcement Training Facility. Gamepod features a 120,000 foot airsoft arena, and has rental weapon packages available. Food services are also available through Dacas Refreshments.
47.0 Miles
63% 8 votes
Skating Rinks 2801 2nd Avenue, Marina, CA 93933 MoreLess Info
Hosting several hockey leagues, Water City Roller Hockey is a tiled floor ice rink for amateur and professional skaters. Visitors can rent or buy skates and other accessories from the pro shop.
47.1 Miles
96% 656 votes
Parks Can be reached by Highways 1, 101, 280 and 880, San Francisco, CA 94123 MoreLess Info
Golden Gate National Recreation Area is a park and green space near the bridge. Great views and plenty of places to relax.
47.1 Miles
67% 6 votes
Piers & Boardwalks W 1st Street, Antioch, CA 94509 MoreLess Info
Often referred to as the Antioch Bridge Pier, the Antioch Public Fishing Pier is a 535 foot long, 16 foot wide fishing pier. Fishers can catch bass, flounder, catfish, pike, steelhead, and salmon.
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