- 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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Catch the latest and greatest feature films at Crow Canyon Cinemas. Theater features include digital projection and stadium seating. Be sure to pick up some snacks at the concession stand.
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A regional park known for its hiking trails, Tassajara Creek Regional Park offers extensive opportunities for wildlife viewing and a moderate difficulty level for hikers. The park also has a dog park area.
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Pacifica Archery is a family owned archery pro shop that sells long bows, recurve bows, and compound bows for target shooters and hunters. The shop has an indoor shooting range.
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With an open multipurpose field, Hillside Park offers visitors opportunities for outdoor activities like jogging, soccer, picnics, and more. The park has a gated tennis court that can be reserved on a first come first serve basis.
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Features of San Ramon Central Park include fenced tennis courts, lighted basketball courts and a skate park. Kiddos will enjoy the playground, while parents appreciate the rubberized turf offering extra protection.
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The primary draw of Thornton State Beach is Vista Point that allows for sweeping scenic views of the waterfront and surrounding area. Visitors to this beach park can also hike through several trails and dunes.
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2410 San Ramon Valley Blvd, Ste 130, San Ramon, CA 94583
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Featuring music from the 70's to the present, ShBoom Night Club is a club aimed at providing entertainment for an older crowd. Music, dancing, and a buffet are a few of the attractions that bring people to the club.
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The legacy of the Alameda Naval Air Station is preserved within the Alameda Naval Air Museum. The collection includes artifacts, newspapers, photographs, aircraft models, safety gear, medals, documents and uniforms from the World War II era.
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A mid-1800s logging site, Redwood Regional Park is situated on 1,830 acres of coast redwoods, evergreens and grasslands that is home to wildlife. It provides picnic and camping areas, a playground and trails suitable for hiking and biking.
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An indoor sports complex, San Ramon sports features indoor soccer and lacrosse league play. The facility also has batting cages for baseball and softball, and hosts training camps and parties.