Free & Cheap Things to Do in Berkeley, CA

  • 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.
  • 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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16.3 Miles
83% 6 votes
Swimming Pool 801 Heartwood Avenue, Vallejo, CA 94591 MoreLess Info
At Cunningham Aquatic Complex, visitors can choose a lane to swim in a 700,000 gallon lap pool. The pool is monitored by lifeguards during open swim sessions and hosts the local high school's swim meets.
16.3 Miles
55% 66 votes
Parks 19501 Hesperian Blvd, Hayward, CA 94543 MoreLess Info
Kennedy Park offers a variety of family-friendly activities from picnic tables to train rides to a merry-go-round. The park's Triple Pines Ranch petting zoo features goats, chickens, ducks and ponies.
16.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 500 McAllister Drive, Benicia, CA 94510 MoreLess Info
Waters End Park features large open green spaces, multiple play structures for kids to climb, basketball courts, and public restrooms. The park also features benches with chess boards for impromptu challenges.
16.4 Miles
100% 6 votes
Parks 6600 Greenridge Road, Castro Valley, CA 94546 MoreLess Info
Greenridge Park's most notable attraction is its scenic view of the Bay Area, offering photo opportunities. Additionally, the location also contains traditional park facilities, including a playground for children to enjoy.
16.4 Miles
67% 30 votes
Parks 145 Lake Merced Blvd, Daly City, CA 94015 MoreLess Info
Managed by the Daly City Parks Department, the Westlake Park Community Center offers a wide variety of classes focusing on everything from arts and crafts to dance and tumbling. The Center also has exercise facilities.
16.4 Miles
75% 12 votes
Children's Play Area Westlake Park Community Center, 145 Lake Merced Blvd, Daly City, CA 94015 MoreLess Info
The Open Tot Gym is a learning gym facility open only to visitors aged five and younger. Guests are provided with toys, blocks, and many other fun amenities to enjoy while playing under supervision.
16.5 Miles
87% 23 votes
Parks 816 Brookside Drive, Danville, CA 94526 MoreLess Info
Osage Station Park offers various recreational activities including tennis courts, ball fields and paths for walking and riding bikes. There are playground areas with a realistic train and old west theme. Osage also features a rose garden and sand pit.
16.6 Miles
77% 31 votes
Playgrounds West Pacific Avenue & Maple, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Having been recently refurbished, the Julius Kahn Playground provides a safe, fun environment for children to play. There is also a clubhouse on site which allows families to get out of the sun on a hot day.
16.6 Miles
100% 10 votes
National & State Parks Daly City, CA MoreLess Info
Visitors who are interested in wildlife viewing will have the chance to see hawks, turkey vulchers, pelicans, and even dolphins at Thornton Beach State Park. The location is also suitable for fishing, as visitors can also catch stripped bass.
16.6 Miles
88% 8 votes
Parks Armory Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903 MoreLess Info
Civic Center Lagoon Park is a waterfront park that offers many relaxing and recreational amenities. The park features large grassy areas, a children's playground, a sandcastle building area and more.
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