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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Located on historic North Field, the museum features an array of aircraft, flight simulators, and the flying boat from Indiana Jones
10.8 Miles
100% 3 votes
Parks Santa Ynez, CA MoreLess Info
Santa Ynez Canyon is part of a series of trails that runs through the area. Notable stops along these trails include both the canyon and a nearby waterfall.
10.8 Miles
100% 6 votes
Hobby Shops 3400 Mount Diablo Blvd, Ste 2, Lafayette, CA 94549 MoreLess Info
The Soccer Post is a specialty shop that carries a wide range of soccer equipment, apparel, and paraphernalia. The shop carries merchandise from brands like Adidas, Nike, Puma, and Diadora.
10.8 Miles
20% 133 votes
Movie Theaters 15555 E 14th St, Ste 350, San Leandro, CA 94578 MoreLess Info
A 16-screen movie theater, Century 16 Bayfair Mall displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, arcade games, reserved seats and a lobby cafe with food and drinks.
10.9 Miles
Natural History Museums 55 Concourse Drive, San Francisco, CA 94118 MoreLess Info
Students aren't the only ones to visit the California Academy of Science. A rainforest, aquarium, and planetarium are also interesting attractions for local visitors.
10.9 Miles
92% 24 votes
Specialty Museums 1920 Paradise Drive, Tiburon, CA MoreLess Info
Collecting and preserving artifacts of the rich waterfront history of the area, the Railroad & Ferry Depot Museum is a must see. Exhibits cover the creation and discovery of the railroad and water transportation that made this town irreplaceable.
10.9 Miles
100% 11 votes
National & State Parks Fairmont Drive, Castro Valley, CA 94546 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a variety of hiking trails along with scenic views of Lake Chabot at Fairmont Ridge Staging Area. The area is dog friendly, featuring a lot of leash free open spaces.
11.0 Miles
88% 1258 votes
Art Museum 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr, San Francisco, CA 94118 MoreLess Info
Explore fine art, architecture and a breathtaking landscape design at San Francisco’s de Young Museum. Located in the Golden State Park, this museum offers both regular and special exhibits, as well as educational programs for learning.
11.2 Miles
100% 6 votes
Hiking Trails Tiburon, CA MoreLess Info
Spanning several miles, Perimeter Trail takes hikers around Angel Island State Park. Along with hiking, the trail is frequently used by other outdoor enthusiasts including bicyclers, runners and bird/wildlife watchers.
11.2 Miles
25% 4 votes
Soccer Field 1078 Carol Ln, Lafayette, CA 94549 MoreLess Info
Multiple girl and boy competitive teams are part of the Lamorinda Soccer Club. Along with the matches held during the soccer season, the club hosts camps and clinics for children who want to sharpen their skills.
11.2 Miles
100% 6 votes
Scenic Railroads Tiburon, CA MoreLess Info
Located in Angel Island State Park, Perimeter Road is a 5 mile trail with several sight seeing locations with views of the bay. Visitors often spot wildlife like deer. The trail has a picnic area.
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