- The list below includes 732 free or cheap things to do in or near San Carlos, California, including 126 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Trampoline Parks, Aviation Museums and Children's Play Area.
- From Burton Park to Laurel Street Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Carlos and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Half Moon Bay and Los Altos.
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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.
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Housed in a facility that was established in 2001, the Los Altos History Museum focuses on the history of local individuals and local agriculture. Interactive exhibits and hands-on activities are featured at the museum which is located in one of the few remaining apricot orchards in the area.
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Located in a residential neighborhood, Shoup Park is equipped with lots of playground equipment for toddlers and younger kids. There is also a large sand play area and picnic tables for dining or just sitting while watching the kids play.
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San Bruno City Park, 1125 Crystal Springs Road, San Bruno, CA 94096
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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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Redwood Grove Park is a 6 acre nature preserve with many activities and attractions for the community. Amenities include picnic equipment, trails, a rose garden, a boardwalk along Adobe Creek, and observation decks.
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Whistle Stop Playground is a park where the entire playground is a train and train station theme. The park offers monkey bars and slides as well as benches for parents and guardians to watch their children.
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Featuring a large grass field, Hillview Park offers visitors recreational activities like soccer, flag football, kite flying, picnicking, and more. There are several park benches with shade from trees to sit at.
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A seven acre neighborhood park, Buckeye Park features a play area with play structures, swings, slides, and other equipment, most suitable for younger children. The park also has a picnic area and grill.
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As a historic Victorian farm, Ardenwood Historic Farm offers visitors a spacious area for walking among native plants. There are 99 species of birds on the farm, ranging from peacocks, to turkeys, to hummingbirds.
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160 Beacon Street, South San Francisco, CA 94080
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K1 Speed San Francisco features all electric go-karts that visitors can race for 14 laps on a professionally designed track against up to 11 other racers. Their lobby also features a snack bar.