Free & Cheap Things to Do in St. Helena, CA

  • The list below includes 104 free or cheap things to do in or near St. Helena, California, including 111 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Cooking Classes, Parks and History Museums.
  • From Cameo Cinema to The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in St. Helena and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Petaluma, Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park and Calistoga.
  • The list below includes 104 free or cheap things to do in or near St. Helena, California, including 111 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Cooking Classes, Parks and History Museums.
  • From Cameo Cinema to The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in St. Helena and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Petaluma, Santa Rosa, Rohnert Park and Calistoga.
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30.1 Miles
91% 34 votes
History Museums 8th Street & Railroad Avenue, Vallejo, CA 94592 MoreLess Info
Mare Island Museum celebrates the history of Mare Island being the West Coast's first naval base. The museum features artifacts and historical documents dating back to as early as 1854.
30.1 Miles
93% 14 votes
Parks 298 Mare Island Way, Vallejo, CA 94590 MoreLess Info
Rather than a specifically designated area, the Vallejo Waterfront Park is essentially an open space where visitors can enjoy outdoor activities like biking, running, soccer, and flying kites. Dogs are also allowed on the walkways if they are on leashes.
30.1 Miles
80% 5 votes
History Museums 1100 Railroad Ave, Bldg 46, Vallejo, CA 94592 MoreLess Info
Mare Island Historic Park Foundation offers tours of the historic naval base and shipyard created on the island in 1854. Buildings on the property include two mansions, a chapel and a 50,000 sq ft museum.
30.1 Miles
95% 21 votes
Parks 1 Pena Adobe Road, Vacaville, CA 95687 MoreLess Info
Featuring Lagoon Valley Lake, Pena Adobe Park measures 470 acres and provides access to the lake for fishing and non-motorized boating. The park also has a dog park, picnic areas, trails for hiking and biking and a multipurpose field.
30.2 Miles
78% 23 votes
Farmers Markets Georgia Street and Marin Street, Vallejo, CA MoreLess Info
Vallejo Farmers Market offers fresh, locally-grown fruits and vegetables from the fields and orchards of family farms. The Saturday market is open year-round with the season's freshest fruits, vegetables, greens and nuts along with freshly caught seafood and fresh-cut flowers.
30.3 Miles
83% 29 votes
Islands Vallejo, CA MoreLess Info
A peninsula, and former military establishment, resting against the city of Vallejo, Mare Island is a favorite visiting spot of locals and travelers alike. The island offers historical building tours, golf and wedding venues for beautiful views of the surrounding land and waters.
30.3 Miles
76% 29 votes
Historic Ships Vallejo, CA MoreLess Info
Now open to the public, the Mare Island Naval Shipyard gives visitors an interesting look into the history of the Navy's role in World War II. The shipyard is favored by local photographers for the buildings and industrial landscape.
30.3 Miles
74% 69 votes
Dog Park 1805 Ascot Parkway, Vallejo, CA 94590 MoreLess Info
Situated in a residential neighborhood, the Wardlaw Dog Park is an off leash park for dogs of any size. As a way to keep any problems from happening, there is a segregated small dog area where owners can let their smaller pet off their leash.
30.3 Miles
100% 3 votes
Playgrounds 5100 Falati Ln, Fairfield, CA 94533 MoreLess Info
Gary Falati Neighborhood Park is a neighborhood park featuring a splash pad and a skate node. The park also offers a picnic area, gazebo, two playgrounds, and a basketball court.
30.4 Miles
97% 31 votes
Landmarks west side of Route 1, 1 1/2 miles north of Bodega Bay, Bodega Bay, CA MoreLess Info
Visitors who are interested in photo opportunities may enjoy what the Children's Bell Tower at Bodega Bay has to offer. The memorial features 140 bells and is intended to reflect the delicacy of human life.
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