Free & Cheap Things to Do in Alameda, CA

  • The list below includes 781 free or cheap things to do in or near Alameda, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Specialty Museums and Arcades.
  • From Crown Memorial State Beach to Franklin Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Alameda and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Berkeley and Half Moon Bay.
  • The list below includes 781 free or cheap things to do in or near Alameda, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Specialty Museums and Arcades.
  • From Crown Memorial State Beach to Franklin Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Alameda and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Berkeley and Half Moon Bay.
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38.9 Miles
97% 31 votes
History Museums Fourth & B streets, Petaluma, CA MoreLess Info
The Petaluma Library museum is a Carnegie library with beautiful stained glass windows. Check their program for special exhibits.
38.9 Miles
88% 100 votes
Music Venue 21 Petaluma Boulevard, Petaluma, CA 94952 MoreLess Info
McNear's Mystic Theatre is a musical venue that hosts live entertainment that can accommodate up to 550 patrons per performance. Tickets are $1 each and the profits are distributed to organizations throughout the community.
38.9 Miles
74% 43 votes
Movie Theaters 200 C Street, Petaluma, CA 94952 MoreLess Info
With newly installed stadium seating, Boulevard Cinemas offers multiple auditoriums for viewing the latest films. The concession stand offers hot dogs, popcorn, candy, and ice cream. The exterior of the theater has bright Art Deco style towers.
38.9 Miles
83% 12 votes
History Museums 20 4th Street, Petaluma, CA 94952 MoreLess Info
Formerly the town library, Petaluma Historical Museum now features concerts, lectures, tastings, revolving exhibits and a collection of local historical items. The free museum also has a gift shop and offers walking tours.
39.0 Miles
86% 58 votes
Military Museums 461 Burgen Blvd. Travis Air Force Base, Fairfield, CA 94535 MoreLess Info
At the Travis Air Base Museum, tourists can view the site's 35 aircrafts or its military exhibits. The location, which offers picnic areas for families to use, also sells souvenirs at its gift shop.
39.1 Miles
94% 97 votes
Specialty Shops 199 Petaluma Boulevard North, Petaluma, CA 94952 MoreLess Info
Gardeners and horticulture enthusiasts love to visit the Petaluma Seed Bank, one of the largest and most important botanical supply stores on the West Coast. It features thousands of heirloom seed varieties, gardening supplies, accessories and books.
39.1 Miles
77% 44 votes
Other Entertainment 201 Washington Street, Petaluma, CA 94952 MoreLess Info
At The Phoenix Theatre, guests can see a variety of musical acts on both major and independent labels. Their stairway and bathrooms are covered with graffiti art. Visitors can watch bands from the main floor or go upstairs.
39.2 Miles
94% 16 votes
Military Museums 300 Petaluma Blvd North, Petaluma, CA MoreLess Info
A short drive from San Francisco, the Military Antiques & Museum contains many treasures. The museum offers free admission with exhibits that include uniforms, old grenades and other weapons. There is also an antique shop where memorabilia can be purchased.
39.4 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.
39.4 Miles
57% 111 votes
Parks Vasona Lake County Park, 333 Blossom Hill Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032 MoreLess Info
Sponsored by Santa Clara County Parks, the Fantasy of Lights is a seasonal light display that goes up each Christmas season. The display features a wide array of elaborate light displays, and visitors can drive through.
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