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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Marvel’s mightiest heroes, including Thor, Iron Man, and Hulk, must band together to thwart Loki and fellow villains in this epic show
13.3 Miles
27% 11 votes
Parks 1905 Grove Way, Castro Valley, CA 94546 MoreLess Info
Carlos Bee Park's picnic tables and barbeque pits provide the suitable facilities for a group or family outing. The play area also contains a jungle gym for children to climb.
13.3 Miles
44% 9 votes
Horseback Riding 120 Vaca Creek Way, Martinez, CA 94553 MoreLess Info
Consisting of three arenas, Bella Oaks Stables offers horse boarding services to the public. The stables are located close to Briones Regional Park, where they host trail rides through its trail system.
13.4 Miles
77% 65 votes
Historic Sites 1096 Point Lobos Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121 MoreLess Info
Learn about the history of photography at Camera Obscura. The technique of Camera Obscura has been around for hundreds of years, preceding the modern camera.
13.4 Miles
80% 926 votes
Beaches Highway 1, San Francisco, CA 94121 MoreLess Info
Located close to the Golden State Park, Ocean Beach is a beautiful spot for outdoor enthusiasts. Although it is not suitable for swimming, it is a great place to hike, bike or fly a kite.
13.4 Miles
96% 45 votes
Historic Sites P.O. Box 280, Danville, CA 94526 MoreLess Info
Visitors of the Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site - Tao House will be able to learn about the man who wrote The Iceman Cometh and a Long Day's Journey Into Night. The location offers guided tours.
13.4 Miles
80% 80 votes
Dog Park 35 W Orange Avenue, South San Francisco, CA 94080 MoreLess Info
Featuring separate areas for larger and smaller dogs, Centennial Way Dog Park provides an opportunity for dogs to get lots of exercise. The park is also equipped with convenient doggie water fountains, benches and a large sculpture.
13.4 Miles
84% 44 votes
Parks 18627 Cull Canyon Road, Castro Valley, CA 94583 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a 1.5 acre swimming lagoon with a sandy beach and lifeguard service at Cull Canyon. The recreation area also features picnic areas and offers access to hiking trails.
13.4 Miles
56% 36 votes
Skating Rinks 1365 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 MoreLess Info
Walnut Creek On Ice is an ice skating rink open during the winter months of the year. Public skating sessions, learn-to-skate classes, and birthday parties are a few of the events hosted at the rink.
13.4 Miles
90% 21 votes
Parks 1301 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 MoreLess Info
With access to the Iron Horse Trail and the Creek Walk, Civic Park also features tennis courts, children's play area and community center. The park's Butterfly Habitat Gardens is home to more than 25 species of butterflies.
13.4 Miles
57% 7 votes
Parks Taylor Blvd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 MoreLess Info
Dinosaur Hill Park offers 13 acres of scenic panoramic views, open space, and hiking. A staircase runs from the small parking area to the top of the large hill, where people often go to view firework displays.
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