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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10.1 Miles
96% 67 votes
Religious Buildings 1111 Gough Street at Geary Street, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Despite being a place of worship, St. Mary's Cathedral also offers tours to it's visitors, at certain times of the day, where they can admire the architecture and even buy a small souvenir from the gift shop.
10.1 Miles
83% 6 votes
Art Gallery 20628 Rustic Drive, Castro Valley, CA 94546 MoreLess Info
The World Wide Art, Inc. art gallery and shop features works by world renowned artists and original Disney Works. Other limited edition pieces available to view and purchase include works by Hanna Barbera, Thomas Kinkade and Marvel.
10.2 Miles
26% 108 votes
Bowling 3501 Village Drive, Castro Valley, CA 94546 MoreLess Info
The Bowling Alley, Castro Village Bowl, is a facility that features 32-lanes, automatic scoring, bumpers for inexperienced bowlers, a full service cocktail lounge, and a snack bar. The alley has bowling leagues for people of all ages.
10.3 Miles
53% 15 votes
Marinas 95 Harbor Master Rd Slip 1, South San Francisco, CA 94080 MoreLess Info
Oyster Point Marina is a publicly owned and managed marina that offers numerous docking slips, a fishing pier, and launch and fueling amenities. The marina also has an attached park with hiking trails, picnic areas, and a small beach.
10.3 Miles
96% 24 votes
Piers & Boardwalks Oyster Point Blvd, Oyster Point Marina, South San Francisco, CA 94083 MoreLess Info
Built atop the human-made Oyster Point Peninsula, Oyster Point Pier is a fishing spot that tends to attract both sharks and shark anglers. The pier is also a good bet for flounder and perch in season.
10.3 Miles
75% 8 votes
Parks 480 St. Marys Road, Lafayette, CA 94549 MoreLess Info
The Lafayette Community Park features both a soccer field and a baseball field for groups that wish to play a game. The location also contains a playground and a picnic area.
10.3 Miles
95% 465 votes
Dog Park 2701 Isabel Street, Richmond, CA 94808 MoreLess Info
Point Isabel Dog Park is an off-leash dog park. The park offers a tub and scrub full or self-service dog bathing facility and the Sit & Stay Cafe, a cafe that serves human food as well as dog treats.
10.4 Miles
98% 58 votes
National & State Parks 2701 Isabel Street, Richmond, CA MoreLess Info
Point Isabel is a prime location for California wind-surfing. The park is also popular for picnics, with local cafes nearby, and is a popular dog park in the area.
10.4 Miles
27% 11 votes
Parks 1905 Grove Way, Castro Valley, CA 94546 MoreLess Info
Carlos Bee Park's picnic tables and barbeque pits provide the suitable facilities for a group or family outing. The play area also contains a jungle gym for children to climb.
10.5 Miles
72% 281 votes
Music Venue 1601 Fillmore St. at Geary Blvd., San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
The Boom Boom Room is a jazz, blues, boogie, groove and funk dance club. They are open 6 days a week and have live music nights, also giving you the possibility to organize your private parties in here.
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