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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33.6 Miles
76% 17 votes
History Museums 570 East Remington Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94087 MoreLess Info
Those passing through Sunnyvale will want to pay a visit to the Sunnyvale Heritage Park Museum. A beautiful work of architecture, the museum highlights the areas history and features early Californian home goods and artifacts.
33.6 Miles
100% 4 votes
Playgrounds 1570 Holt Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94023 MoreLess Info
With a total of 4.5 acres, Grant Park Center is a wonderful place for community and is equipped with a playground, BBQ grills, picnic tables, a soccer field, restrooms, and a basketball court.
33.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
Hiking Trails 10600 Mora Drive, Los Altos, CA 94024 MoreLess Info
Located on a hillside, Mora Trail takes visitors on a scenic hike through forests and meadows. From the trail, visitors will receive panoramic views of the valley below and might even run into wildlife like deer.
33.6 Miles
78% 23 votes
Recreation Centers 550 E Remington Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94087 MoreLess Info
Sunnyvale Community Center is a unique complex that features general recreation like gym programs and an indoor sports complex. The site also features a creative arts center and a performing arts center with a 200 seat theater.
33.6 Miles
30% 101 votes
Movie Theaters 1549 Gateway Blvd, Fairfield, CA 94533 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with an IMAX auditorium, Edwards Fairfield Stadium 16 & IMAX displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers stadium seating, mobile ticketing, a game room and a snack bar with food and drinks.
33.7 Miles
64% 55 votes
Recreation Centers 1560 Gateway Blvd, Fairfield, CA 94533 MoreLess Info
Driven Raceway is an indoor go-kart racing center that also features an arcade, mini golf, and a mini bowling alley. The center is available for team building events, corporate events, and birthday parties.
33.7 Miles
74% 113 votes
Parks 3100 Calaveras Rd, Milpitas, CA 95035 MoreLess Info
Traditional features of an urban park like fishing and picnic areas are combined in the Ed Levin County Park with a complex wilderness trail system. Situated along 1,541 acres of land, the park even has an adjoining 18-hole golf course.
33.7 Miles
77% 211 votes
Malls 447 Great Mall Drive, Milpitas, CA MoreLess Info
The Great Mall of the Bay Area features more than 200 outlet and value stores that range from sporting goods to women's apparel. In addition, there are also dozens of restaurants and a movie theater.
33.8 Miles
42% 283 votes
Movie Theaters 1010 Great Mall Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with an XD auditorium, Century 20 Great Mall and XD displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater provides stadium seating, arcade games and a lobby cafe with food and drinks.
33.8 Miles
67% 6 votes
Parks 298 Lonetree Ct, Milpitas, CA 95035 MoreLess Info
Located on 8-acres of land in total, Pinewood Park is a scenic public park filled with amenities and facilities for visitors to enjoy. These amenities include four tennis courts, a barbecue and picnic area, and a basketball hoop.
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