Free & Cheap Things to Do in Palo Alto, CA

  • The list below includes 604 free or cheap things to do in or near Palo Alto, California, including 126 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Movie Theaters and Hiking Trails.
  • From Stanford University to The Dish - Stanford Foothills, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Palo Alto and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pacifica, Half Moon Bay, San Jose and Los Altos.
  • The list below includes 604 free or cheap things to do in or near Palo Alto, California, including 126 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Movie Theaters and Hiking Trails.
  • From Stanford University to The Dish - Stanford Foothills, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Palo Alto and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pacifica, Half Moon Bay, San Jose and Los Altos.
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19.2 Miles
74% 27 votes
Playgrounds 1378 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno, CA 94066 MoreLess Info
The largest park in San Bruno, San Bruno City Park features three baseball diamonds, tennis courts, a recreation center and a senior center. The park also offers several play areas and a city pool.
19.2 Miles
96% 25 votes
Walking Trails 1801 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno, CA 94066 MoreLess Info
Offering panoramic views of the Bay Area, Junipero Serra Park features a large playground, picnic areas and hiking trails. The 108-acre park is home to several species of native trees and wildflowers as well as an abundance of wildlife.
19.3 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.
19.3 Miles
75% 4 votes
Horseback Riding Castro Valley, CA 94546 MoreLess Info
Fox Valley Farm is a hunter and jumper horse facility that provides riding lessons and training to riders and horses of every level. They boast two covered arenas, a full-sized outdoor dressage and two jump arenas.
19.4 Miles
90% 30 votes
Aviation Museums San Francisco International Airport, 806 S Airport Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94128 MoreLess Info
The SFO Museum is situated within San Francisco airport and offers a wide range of exhibits for you to peruse. You can find exhibits in each of the terminals and there is also an Aviation Museum and Library.
19.4 Miles
88% 56 votes
Children's Play Area 544 San Mateo Avenue, San Bruno, CA 94066 MoreLess Info
As an indoor playground, Diddalidoo offers children slides, mats, inflatable balls, and other obstacles to climb over. The gym regularly hosts music and play sessions for children, as well as parenting workshops.
19.4 Miles
- 4 votes
Parks 1300 Davis Street, San Leandro, CA 94577 MoreLess Info
Thrasher Park is a community park that includes six barbecue pits, six picnic tables, a tot lot, trash receptacles, and a softball field. The park also is the home of a skateboarding park and a historical railway society building.
19.5 Miles
86% 338 votes
National & State Parks 17930 Lake Chabot Road, Castro Valley, CA 94546 MoreLess Info
Those who wish to go fishing may enjoy the trout, catfish, bass, and crappie catches at Lake Chabot Regional Park. Visitors can also rent canoes and boats and purchase 'bait and tackle' at Marina Cafe.
19.6 Miles
90% 20 votes
Mountains San Bruno, CA MoreLess Info
San Bruno Mountain is one of the United State's largest urban open spaces. The 3,300 acres of undeveloped land atop the mountain are most frequented for hiking and sightseeing.
19.6 Miles
80% 5 votes
Music Venue San Bruno City Park, 1125 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno, CA 94096 MoreLess Info
In warm weather, San Bruno City park features its City of San Bruno Free Concerts in the Park series. Performing in the Rotary Pavilion, live brands bring a variety of music to the park including country, Motown, swing and rock.
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