Free & Cheap Things to Do in South San Francisco, CA

  • The list below includes 624 free or cheap things to do in or near South San Francisco, California, including 128 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Go Karts, Badminton and Hiking Trails.
  • From Centennial Way Dog Park to Orange Memorial Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in South San Francisco and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Half Moon Bay and Berkeley.
  • The list below includes 624 free or cheap things to do in or near South San Francisco, California, including 128 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Go Karts, Badminton and Hiking Trails.
  • From Centennial Way Dog Park to Orange Memorial Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in South San Francisco and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Half Moon Bay and Berkeley.
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27.9 Miles
93% 29 votes
Hiking Trails 1035 Castle Rock Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 MoreLess Info
The aptly named Shell Ridge Open Space is a 31 mile open natural area that features trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding amid woods and grasslands. The area also encompasses a cattle ranch and picnic space.
27.9 Miles
86% 29 votes
Parks 1700 Castle Rock Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 MoreLess Info
At 1,060-acres, Diablo Foothills Regional Park offers open land for horseback riding, hiking and bicycling. The relatively undeveloped park offers views of the San Francisco Bay region and is notable for its oak woodlands and sandstone formations.
27.9 Miles
94% 17 votes
Hiking Trails 1700 Castle Rock Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 MoreLess Info
Castle Rock Regional Recreation Area is a park populated by oak woodlands and sandstone formations. The park offers picnic areas, softball fields, and volleyball courts, as well as a supervised swimming pool.
28.0 Miles
78% 78 votes
Historic Sites 43300 Mission Blvd at Washington Blvd, Fremont, CA 94539 MoreLess Info
Old Mission San Jose was one of twenty-one Spanish missionaries that were founded in Alta California. Visitors can learn about the history of the site, study genealogy, or purchase a souvenir at the gift shop.
28.0 Miles
85% 13 votes
Swimming Pool 206 El Bonito Way, Novato, CA 94949 MoreLess Info
Hamilton Community Pool features two main pool areas: a lap pool for adults and a children's wading area, with a reasonable entry fee. The children's area includes a water-slide. Lounge chairs, snack-bar, showers, and changing area available.
28.0 Miles
100% 3 votes
Playgrounds N Monarch & N Wedgewood, San Ramon, CA 94582 MoreLess Info
Situated on 10.25 acres, Valley View Park features baseball and soccer fields along with a tennis court. The park also offers a children's playground, a paved walking path, picnic areas and restroom facilities.
28.0 Miles
78% 49 votes
Parks 999 E Caribbean Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94088 MoreLess Info
Featuring 105 acres of wetlands, City of Sunnyvale's Baylands Park has over 70 developed acres with grass meadows, an amphitheater and picnic sites with water, grills and tables. It offers a discovery playground with fossil dig area and walking trails.
28.0 Miles
Horseback Riding 1350 Castle Rock Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 MoreLess Info
Riders from as young as four years old can be accommodated at Castle Rock Arabians. The ranch offers horseback riding, trail rides, summer camps for children and teens, and riding lessons.
28.2 Miles
83% 18 votes
Specialty Museums 2660 Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek, CA MoreLess Info
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Shadelands Ranch Museum features Contra Costa and Walnut Creek history. Built in 1903, it houses collections of old newspapers, photographs, and government records and is open for individual research or tours.
28.2 Miles
39% 221 votes
Dance Clubs 146 S Murphy Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94086 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a high end night club with a full stage, catwalk, and LED lights at the Pure Lounge. The lounge hosts live entertainment and a variety of special events.
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