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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3.7 Miles
93% 30 votes
Parks 3590 Laguna Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94306 MoreLess Info
Cornelis Bol Park is 13.8 acres and includes a path for biking and jogging, a separate footpath, children's playground, benches and a native plant garden. Two donkeys live in an adjacent area and frequently visit the park.
3.7 Miles
50% 68 votes
Pubs 2650 Broadway Street, Redwood City, CA 94063 MoreLess Info
Redwood City Underground Pub has special attractions on different nights like comedy, trivia and live music, along with board games, a jukebox, pool, and beer pong. They have two different floors with bars on both.
3.7 Miles
76% 17 votes
Dog Park 3700 Farm Hill Blvd, Redwood City, CA 94061 MoreLess Info
Stulsaft Park is a 42 acre park that is outfitted a variety of slides and playground equipment for all ages. The park also has a sprayground, picnic areas, barbecue pits, and wildlife viewing.
3.9 Miles
85% 13 votes
Parks 2375 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto, CA MoreLess Info
Byxbee Park is an open land space for patrons to be around nature The park has paths for walkers, runners and bikers. Patrons can walk their dogs on a leash or bird watch.
4.1 Miles
88% 32 votes
Playgrounds King St at Hopkins Avenue, Redwood City, CA 94062 MoreLess Info
The one acre Stafford Park is a small, neighborhood park with summertime water features. The park also has picnic areas with barbecue pits and playground equipment that is suitable for children ages two to 12.
4.2 Miles
89% 62 votes
Parks 600 E Meadow Drive, Palo Alto, CA 94309 MoreLess Info
Spanning 21 acres, Mitchell Park offers sporting areas for tennis, handball, and horseshoes, a fenced dog run, a playground with 'faux' wading pool, and a quarter-mile walking path. Public art and picnic areas with grills are also available.
4.3 Miles
88% 17 votes
Parks 609 Maybell Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94309 MoreLess Info
A 4.1-acre park with trees and open space, Juana Briones Park also includes two children’s playgrounds, a basketball court, picnic tables, benches and a footpath. The playgrounds feature a climbing rock and a sand and water feature.
4.6 Miles
78% 85 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 1530 Arastradero Road, Palo Alto, CA MoreLess Info
Pearson-Arastradero Preserve is a good place to go to hike and spot some wildlife. Coyote, hawks, and rabbits are some of the animals you might find here.
5.2 Miles
77% 13 votes
Dog Park 685 San Antonio Road, Mountain View, CA 94040 MoreLess Info
Even though the Village Green Dog Park is not separated based on the size of the dog, it still draws in many with fake grass that keeps the canines from getting too dirty. A wide range of stones and animal-themed art is available for general play.
5.2 Miles
88% 34 votes
Parks 1070 Cedar Street, San Carlos, CA 94071 MoreLess Info
A multi-purpose facility, Burton Park provides activities for the entire family. Some features of the park include a kiddie playground with ample seating, tennis courts, bandstand, picnic area and bocce court.
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