- The list below includes 665 free or cheap things to do in or near Berkeley, California, including 131 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Shopping Districts and Botanical Gardens.
- From Tilden Regional Park to University of California, Berkeley, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Berkeley and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Richmond and San Ramon.
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One of the highest lookouts in San Francisco is Twin Peaks, which is roughly a 20 minute ride from downtown. The overlook provides stunning views of the city itself, and it is a popular location to view the sunrise and sunset.
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Century 16 Downtown is a 16 screen movie theater that features stadium seating and reserved seating. The theater airs first rum films and 3D films and also has a cafe and a game room.
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Pleasant Hill Park is a large wooded area with plenty of space for picnics and other outdoor activities. It includes multiple playgrounds for toddlers and older children, as well as basketball courts, a softball field and a swimming pool.
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147 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
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Pleasant Hill Aquatic Park & Pool is a swimming complex and splash park (or 'sprayground') The complex houses two swimming pools, a four foot deep, medium-size training pool and a 25-yard regulation pool.
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Martinez Regional Shoreline Park offers group picnic areas, open lawns, and picnic areas. The park also has softball fields, bocce ball courts, soccer fields, and three miles of walking trails.
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55 Concourse Drive, San Francisco, CA 94118
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Students aren't the only ones to visit the California Academy of Science. A rainforest, aquarium, and planetarium are also interesting attractions for local visitors.
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Explore fine art, architecture and a breathtaking landscape design at San Francisco’s de Young Museum. Located in the Golden State Park, this museum offers both regular and special exhibits, as well as educational programs for learning.
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The Martinez Museum is based in an 1890's cottage called the 'Borland House' and contains artifacts and documents relating to the history of the city of Martinez. Virtual tours are accessible via the Martinez Historical Society website.
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Offering a leash free environment, Sausalito Dog Park provides ample space for dogs to jump, run and fetch. And for pet owners, there are picnic benches along with a covered gazebo to provide protection from the sun.