Free & Cheap Things to Do in Walnut Creek, CA

  • The list below includes 574 free or cheap things to do in or near Walnut Creek, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Children's Play Area and Gardens.
  • From The Ruth Bancroft Garden to Heather Farm Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Walnut Creek and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Berkeley, San Ramon and Richmond.
  • The list below includes 574 free or cheap things to do in or near Walnut Creek, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Children's Play Area and Gardens.
  • From The Ruth Bancroft Garden to Heather Farm Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Walnut Creek and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Berkeley, San Ramon and Richmond.
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13.0 Miles
100% 6 votes
Parks 2503 Piccadilly Cir, San Ramon, CA 94582 MoreLess Info
Take the kids for some outdoor playground fun at Piccadilly Square Park. Activity panels and climbing features are sure to keep them entertained. Swings, a climbing wall and sand pit are also available.
13.1 Miles
90% 151 votes
Parks Northern end of Van Ness Ave., San Francisco, CA 94123 MoreLess Info
Aquatic Park, located just past Fisherman's Wharf, is a great place for swimming and sightseeing with the Golden Gate Bridge on one side and Alcatraz on the other. The water here is slightly colder than usual. Cold / Hot showers and sauna are also available.
13.1 Miles
93% 1154 votes
Movie Theaters 2025 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612 MoreLess Info
Oakland's historic Paramount Theatre is a Bauhaus-inspired performance space. Its event schedule includes orchestra concerts, plays, musicals, operas and other large-scale artistic events. The venue also screens classic films and is available for convention rentals.
13.1 Miles
91% 32 votes
Breweries 300 Cumberland Street, Pittsburg, CA 94565 MoreLess Info
The E J Phair Brewing Company produces IPAs, blonde ales, pale ales, and brown ales. Guests of the site can also enjoy a meal, with offerings including wood-fried pizza and club sandwiches.
13.1 Miles
83% 6 votes
Marinas 51 Marina Blvd, Pittsburg, CA 94565 MoreLess Info
The Pittsburg Marina is a 575 slip municipal marina that provides boaters with easy access to the upper delta region of the San Francisco Bay. The marina provides amenities including public transportation, a dockside market, and restaurants.
13.1 Miles
50% 4 votes
Fishing 51 Marina Blvd, Pittsburg, CA 94565 MoreLess Info
Fish Hookers provides private charters for up to six people, beginners to pros. The boat is fully equipped for fishing the San Joaquin and Sacramento Rivers, and the Delta and San Francisco Bay for salmon, striped bass, sturgeon, and more.
13.2 Miles
89% 840 votes
Shopping Districts Fourth Street, Berkeley, CA MoreLess Info
Berkeley's Fourth Street shopping district offers a variety of boutiques, shops and restaurants nestled in scenic surroundings. Fourth Street is a popular window shopping destination with a low crime rate and sophisticated, elegant atmosphere.
13.2 Miles
86% 784 votes
Music Venue 1807 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA 94612 MoreLess Info
The Fox Theater is a performing arts center that offers Orchestra seating, Mezzanine seating, and seating available on the Balcony. The theater can accommodate a variety of events including film screenings, holiday parties, and birthdays.
13.2 Miles
86% 21 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields Community Park Drive, Benicia, CA 94510 MoreLess Info
Benicia Community Park features various recreational activities including a skate park, baseball/softball diamonds, soccer fields and playgrounds. Benicia offers a fenced dog park and a paved trail for walking, running or biking. The park also provides picnic tables.
13.2 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks River View Park Drive, Pittsburg, CA 94565 MoreLess Info
Pittsburg’s Riverview Park spans four acres. A community park, it features multiple picnic areas with barbecue grills, a playground, and walking trails. There is also a dock that extends out over the water where guests can fish.
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