- 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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Stanford University's Hoover Tower soars above the rest of the campus, and its bells are audible for miles. The tower has 48 bells that were imported from Belgium. Visitors are welcome to ascend the tower on foot.
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Located in Palo Alto, California, The Memorial Church of Stanford University is a public worship space on the university campus. The church hosts many of the campus' religious meetings and is open for tours when services are not in session.
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Nestled in Palo Alto, California, the Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden is a non-profit institution that offers free admission and a huge selection of seasonal flora. The Garden also houses a horticultural reference library.
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East end of Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto, CA 94306
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Nature lovers always enjoy visiting the Palo Alto Baylands Nature Preserve in Palo Alto, California. The Preserve is open throughout the year and features hiking trails, rentable event facilities and acres of pristine marshland.
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The Junior Museum & Zoo is an educational and adventurous place for children to unleash their curiosity of science and nature. The museum and zoo are home to over fifty species of animals, including jungle bats, hedgehogs, bobcats and more.
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A fishing guide service that operates full time, seven days a week, B2 Bass Adventures operates in most significant Northern California lakes. The service offers single day and multi-day tours, and asks that visitors make reservations two weeks ahead.
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Rinconada Pool is a swimming pool offering several swimming related opportunities. The pool hosts lap swim sessions, recreational swimming sessions, swimming lessons, fitness classes, camps, and special events. The pool is also available for private party hosting.
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Ice Oasis Ice Skating Rink hosts figure skating, youth and adult hockey leagues and broomball and has open public skating. They also have skating classes and have a restaurant and a pro shop.
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A grassy park surrounded by redwoods, Peers Park is 4.7 acres and features tennis courts, picnic tables, two play areas for children of different ages and a basketball court. They also have a field house and restrooms.
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Visitors can go freestyle rollerskating and watch others practice tricks at the indoor skating rink at Redwood Roller Rink. On Saturdays visitors can skate under the lights with disco music.