Free & Cheap Things to Do in Menlo Park, CA

  • The list below includes 621 free or cheap things to do in or near Menlo Park, California, including 126 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Horseback Riding, Movie Theaters and Botanical Gardens.
  • From Sunset Magazine Headquarters and Gardens to Sharon Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Menlo Park and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pacifica, Half Moon Bay, San Jose and Los Altos.
  • The list below includes 621 free or cheap things to do in or near Menlo Park, California, including 126 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Horseback Riding, Movie Theaters and Botanical Gardens.
  • From Sunset Magazine Headquarters and Gardens to Sharon Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Menlo Park and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pacifica, Half Moon Bay, San Jose and Los Altos.
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44.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Walking Trails Bridge St & Riverside, Watsonville, CA 95076 MoreLess Info
A paved trail, the Salsipuedes Creek Trail runs along the creek and connects to nearby Atri Park. The trail is popular among hikers, joggers, and cyclists, and offers scenic views.
44.5 Miles
83% 18 votes
Horseback Riding 9655 New Avenue, Gilroy, CA 95020 MoreLess Info
Johnny 6 Stables specializes in the training and sales of American Saddlebred Horses, Fresians and Hackney ponies. They offer horseback riding lessons from beginner riders to advanced and also have horses for sale and horses for lease.
44.6 Miles
63% 8 votes
Swimming Pool 775 Miller Creek Road, San Rafael, CA 94903 MoreLess Info
The centerpiece of the Marinwood Aquatic Facility, the Marinwood Pool is a 25 yard pool that features a double flume water slide. The pool hosts open swimming as well as group and private swimming lessons.
44.7 Miles
83% 29 votes
Islands Vallejo, CA MoreLess Info
A peninsula, and former military establishment, resting against the city of Vallejo, Mare Island is a favorite visiting spot of locals and travelers alike. The island offers historical building tours, golf and wedding venues for beautiful views of the surrounding land and waters.
44.8 Miles
32% 63 votes
Movie Theaters 3300 N Naglee Rd, West Valley Mall, Tracy, CA 95376 MoreLess Info
Cinemark Theaters is a 14 screen movie theater that features stadium seating along with an arcade. The theater also provides access to the Great Valley Mall which has numerous shopping venues and dining options.
44.8 Miles
9% 11 votes
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Arcades 3200 N Naglee Road, Tracy, CA 95304 MoreLess Info
Tilt is a video game arcade that features a variety of vintage and more recent video games. The facility also has redemption games with prizes, and air hockey and water gun games.
44.8 Miles
83% 6 votes
Parks Cypress & Hickory, Tracy, CA 95376 MoreLess Info
A park with separate playgrounds for children of different ages, Joseph Ceciliani Park also features tennis courts and picnic tables. Willow trees cover the area and a paved trail runs along a creek through the park.
44.9 Miles
91% 34 votes
History Museums 8th Street & Railroad Avenue, Vallejo, CA 94592 MoreLess Info
Mare Island Museum celebrates the history of Mare Island being the West Coast's first naval base. The museum features artifacts and historical documents dating back to as early as 1854.
44.9 Miles
76% 29 votes
Historic Ships Vallejo, CA MoreLess Info
Now open to the public, the Mare Island Naval Shipyard gives visitors an interesting look into the history of the Navy's role in World War II. The shipyard is favored by local photographers for the buildings and industrial landscape.
44.9 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.
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