Free & Cheap Things to Do in Oakland, CA

  • The list below includes 744 free or cheap things to do in or near Oakland, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Sports Facilities/Fields and Maze.
  • From Redwood Regional Park to Lake Merritt, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Oakland and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Berkeley and San Ramon.
  • The list below includes 744 free or cheap things to do in or near Oakland, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Sports Facilities/Fields and Maze.
  • From Redwood Regional Park to Lake Merritt, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Oakland and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Berkeley and San Ramon.
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The streamlined, spacious Primavera includes LED daytime running lights, digital instruments, and an electronic injection 155cc engine
8.7 Miles
94% 18 votes
Parks Marina Bay & Regatta Blvd, Richmond, CA 94804 MoreLess Info
Situated on 11 acres, Marina Bay Park provides views of the bay and access to a beach area. The park has a trail for walking and biking, a large grass field, picnic facilities and the Rosie the Riveter Memorial.
8.7 Miles
100% 15 votes
National & State Parks Rosie the Riveter WWII National Historical Park, 1111 Melville Sq, Richmond, CA 94804 MoreLess Info
The Rosie the Riveter Outdoor Memorial is a public park and historical site made in honor of the sacrifices civilians made on the WWII home front. Visitors commonly enjoy biking, hiking or learning about local history during their trip.
8.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Parks 1500 Marina Way S, Richmond, CA 94804 MoreLess Info
Named for a local conservationist, Lucretia Edwards Shoreline Park is 2 acres and includes a picnic area, maintained lawn and restrooms. The park features art that honors the Bay Area Shipyards and their World War II contributions.
8.8 Miles
100% 3 votes
Art Gallery 2036 Union St, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Images of the North is an Inuit art gallery in San Francisco. The gallery is open year round and it is home to sculptures, masks and prints either miniatures or of a larger scale.
8.8 Miles
94% 66 votes
Parks Monarch Bay Drive, San Leandro, CA 94577 MoreLess Info
Located in San Leandro, Marina Park is a popular picnic spot. Featuring barbecue grills and three newly remodeled picnic areas, the 30-acre park is home to a mile-long par course and a large green area as well.
8.9 Miles
94% 31 votes
Neighborhoods Bernal Heights Blvd., San Francisco, CA 94110 MoreLess Info
If you want a panoramic view of the local area, then a visit to Bernal Heights is definitely worthwhile. From here you can see the likes of San Francisco, Oakland and Mount Diablo.
8.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Bookstores 2195 Fillmore St. near Sacramento, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
The Browser Books store offers a laid back setting that is reminiscent of days gone by. Here you can find all manner of texts and the staff are very helpful and knowledgeable too.
8.9 Miles
100% 4 votes
Restaurants 2063 Union St. between Webster and Buchanan, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
For some twists on modern Indian cuisine, Dosa San Francisco is worth a visit. One of their specialties is Truffle Oil Masala Dosa.
8.9 Miles
77% 1573 votes
Movie Theaters 1881 Post St., San Francisco, CA 94115 MoreLess Info
When you visit the Sundance Kabuki Cinema you can not only watch a variety of movies, but you are able to drink alcohol after 6pm, enjoy an extensive food menu and benefit from reserved seating.
8.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Bookstores 2848 Webster near Union, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Writer's bookstore specializes in books to help inspire writers. You may see a few, or many people, sitting around the store writing books that will one day be famous.
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