Free & Cheap Things to Do in Hayward, CA

  • The list below includes 826 free or cheap things to do in or near Hayward, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Aquariums and Playgrounds.
  • From Hayward Japanese Gardens to Garin & Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Parks, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hayward and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Berkeley and Palo Alto.
  • The list below includes 826 free or cheap things to do in or near Hayward, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Aquariums and Playgrounds.
  • From Hayward Japanese Gardens to Garin & Dry Creek Pioneer Regional Parks, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hayward and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Berkeley and Palo Alto.
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20.2 Miles
79% 14 votes
Bars 950 Geary Blvd. between Larkin and Polk, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Grab a bite while enjoying live entertainment at the Edinburgh Castle Pub. Along with casual dining, this pub features a variety of bands and offers occasional dancing and other social activities.
20.2 Miles
80% 75 votes
Parks Union Street and Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133 MoreLess Info
Historic and peaceful, Washington Square is a relaxing park just minutes from North Beach. It is a popular place for the locals to gather and a common spot for walkers and runners alike.
20.2 Miles
79% 19 votes
Playgrounds 4025 Rivermark Parkway, Santa Clara, CA 95054 MoreLess Info
The 11-acre Live Oak Park features a children's playground with structures for younger and older kids, basketball courts, picnic area, benches, restrooms and a large grass play area. There are also four transplanted oak trees over 100 years old.
20.2 Miles
100% 3 votes
Canoeing 363 Catherine Drive, South San Francisco, CA 94080 MoreLess Info
As an outrigger paddling club, San Francisco Outrigger Canoe Center hosts a variety of races in the San Francisco Bay for visitors to watch. Visitors can also attend outrigger practices to learn the basics of Hawaiian canoeing.
20.2 Miles
43% 7 votes
Parks 199 University Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94022 MoreLess Info
Lincoln Park is a 4.44-acre park that offers a Gazebo, a multi-use grass field, and several artistic sculptures. The park has a paved trail that can be used for biking, running, walking, or roller blading.
20.2 Miles
42% 283 votes
Movie Theaters 1010 Great Mall Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with an XD auditorium, Century 20 Great Mall and XD displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater provides stadium seating, arcade games and a lobby cafe with food and drinks.
20.2 Miles
100% 61 votes
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Omescape

Maze 5327 Jacuzzi St, Ste 3H, Richmond, CA 94804 MoreLess Info
Omescape is a virtual reality experience that offers escape scenarios from the Room Omega', 'The Penitentiary', and The Forgotten Treasure'. The rooms can hold up to 10 players at a time and games last for a total of 60 minutes.
20.2 Miles
89% 18 votes
Walking Trails Crystal Springs Road, Skyline Blvd, San Bruno, CA 94066 MoreLess Info
The Crystal Springs Walking Trail is a part of the larger Crystal Springs Regional Trail designated for hikers, joggers and equestrians. The trail offers views of the Upper Crystal Springs Reservoir and connects several other trails in the area.
20.2 Miles
79% 14 votes
Playgrounds 840 W Washington Street, Sunnyvale, CA 94086 MoreLess Info
Originally built in 1945, Washington Park is a public park that features basketball and tennis courts, a playground, picnic areas, and pavilions that can be rented for groups. The park also offers the largest lifeguard-staffed community pool in the area.
20.3 Miles
63% 30 votes
Statues Hwy 92, Half Moon Bay, CA MoreLess Info
Outside of the Half Moon Bay store you will find the Dinosaurs of Spanish Town. A collection of large metal dinosaur sculptures that are perfect for a photo op with the children.
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