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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24.4 Miles
100% 4 votes
Tennis 35460 Newark Blvd, Newark, CA 94560 MoreLess Info
With Tenndeavor, visitors can receive personalized tennis instruction with tennis professionals. The team helps visitors develop the correct form and techniques to make it from a novice to an advanced level.
24.4 Miles
92% 12 votes
Parks Junipero Street & Independence Street, Pleasanton, CA 94566 MoreLess Info
Mission Hills Park is a neighborhood park with a hill slide. The park has two play areas with slides, swings, monkey bars and a zip line. There is also a 1/2 basketball court, and a picnic area with a gazebo.
24.5 Miles
89% 27 votes
Beaches Highway One, Half Moon Bay, CA MoreLess Info
Pomponio State Beach is popular for its scenic beauty and gentle tides. Whales and dolphins are a regular sight enjoyed by those out for a quiet stroll along the coastline. The parking is slightly pricey but worth the experience.
24.5 Miles
33% 6 votes
Parks Willow Rd & Coleman Avenue, Menlo Park, CA 94025 MoreLess Info
Offering recreation for both humans and dogs, Willow Oaks Park features an open play field, tennis court and playground. An off-leash dog park offers dogs and their owners an opportunity for socialization and exercise.
24.5 Miles
82% 296 votes
Lake 40000 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont, CA 94538 MoreLess Info
Located within Central Park, Lake Elizabeth measures 83 acres and can be used for fishing and boating. The surrounding park area offers picnic sites, athletic fields, a water park, walking paths, children's playgrounds and a dog park.
24.6 Miles
88% 43 votes
Beaches Highway 1, Half Moon Bay, CA MoreLess Info
The beach features a sheltered cove surrounded by cliffs dropping into the Pacific Ocean. There is a steep trail that leads down to the beach, and a small picnic area.Gray whales can often be seen.
24.6 Miles
65% 127 votes
Parks 2500 Stanley Blvd., Pleasanton, CA MoreLess Info
The Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area is a fun-filled water park with designated fishing and swimming spots with slides. In addition, there are a multitude of picnic tables and plenty of bird watching opportunities.
24.6 Miles
33% 9 votes
Farms & Ranches 770 El Charro Road, Pleasanton, CA 94588 MoreLess Info
In business for over 10 years, Airdance Farm provides horse owners with a facility for boarding, training and breeding. The farm specializes in training show jumpers particularly, but also trains dressage and offers full veterinary care as necessary.
24.8 Miles
90% 21 votes
Skate Parks 700 Alma Street, Menlo Park, CA 94025 MoreLess Info
A 15,000-square-foot facility, Burgess Skate Park offers skateboarders a space to learn and practice skills with a variety of ramps, elevations and obstacles. The park offers skateboarding classes and is also available for rental.
24.8 Miles
73% 40 votes
Movie Theaters 949 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025 MoreLess Info
A single-screen facility built in 1926, the Guild Theater offers showings of major film releases, independent and foreign films. The theater also offers monthly midnight screenings of 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show.'
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