Free & Cheap Things to Do in Novato, CA

  • The list below includes 336 free or cheap things to do in or near Novato, California, including 128 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Movie Theaters and Specialty Museums.
  • From Old Town Novato to Mt. Burdell Open Space Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Novato and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Berkeley, Richmond and Benicia.
  • The list below includes 336 free or cheap things to do in or near Novato, California, including 128 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Movie Theaters and Specialty Museums.
  • From Old Town Novato to Mt. Burdell Open Space Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Novato and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Berkeley, Richmond and Benicia.
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32.4 Miles
67% 6 votes
Parks 1202 La Vista Avenue, Concord, CA 94529 MoreLess Info
Markham Nature Park & Arboretum is 16 acres and features an international garden, tree walk, an arbor for special events and 2.4 miles of trails. They also have a nursery with plant sales once a week.
32.4 Miles
20% 5 votes
Parks 2986 Gulf Drive, Fairfield, CA 94533 MoreLess Info
Situated on 37 acres, Laurel Creek Community Park features a neighborhood center for events along with soccer and baseball fields. The park provides children's playgrounds, open grassy fields, picnic areas, barbecue grills, walking paths and fitness stations.
32.5 Miles
75% 8 votes
Art Gallery 1316 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga, CA 94515 MoreLess Info
Lee Youngman Galleries hosts a variety of oil and watercolor paintings. Artists are both local and from around the country.
32.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Historic Homes 1300 Cedar Street, Calistoga, CA MoreLess Info
Built in 1871 by Calistoga's first judge, the Palmer House is a quintessential example of Second Empire style. The home is now a private residence, and belongs to the National Register of Historic Places.
32.5 Miles
83% 18 votes
Specialty Museums 2660 Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek, CA MoreLess Info
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Shadelands Ranch Museum features Contra Costa and Walnut Creek history. Built in 1903, it houses collections of old newspapers, photographs, and government records and is open for individual research or tours.
32.5 Miles
96% 24 votes
Piers & Boardwalks Oyster Point Blvd, Oyster Point Marina, South San Francisco, CA 94083 MoreLess Info
Built atop the human-made Oyster Point Peninsula, Oyster Point Pier is a fishing spot that tends to attract both sharks and shark anglers. The pier is also a good bet for flounder and perch in season.
32.5 Miles
94% 96 votes
Visitor Centers 1133 Washington Street, Calistoga, CA 94515 MoreLess Info
A good first stop for visitors to the Napa Valley area, the Calistoga Visitors Center features a large collection of maps, brochures, and other informative materials, as well as a knowledgeable staff.
32.5 Miles
91% 22 votes
Children's Play Area 2256 Oak Grove Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 MoreLess Info
Ranked as the #1 Children's Fitness Program by Entrepreneur Magazine, My Gym Children's Fitness Center is a gym offering a large selection of recreational activities. Exercise classes, birthday party hosting, and recreational programs are among the services offered.
32.6 Miles
94% 88 votes
History Museums 1311 Washington St, Calistoga, CA 94515 MoreLess Info
The permanent exhibits at the Sharpsteen Museum are designed to show the history of the upper Napa Valley from prehistory to post World War I. In addition to the exhibits, the museum features dioramas that depict Calistoga during its time in the 1860s when it was a resort.
32.6 Miles
40% 5 votes
Bay Forbes Boulevard, San Bruno, CA MoreLess Info
Serene ocean views await guests of San Bruno Point Park. Hiking is a popular area pastimen, along with fishing. Make use of the outdoor grill and benches for a picnic lunch.
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