Free & Cheap Things to Do in San Francisco, CA

  • The list below includes 636 free or cheap things to do in or near San Francisco, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Neighborhoods, Parks, Art Gallery and Walking Tours.
  • From Lands End to Golden Gate Bridge, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Francisco and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pacifica, Berkeley, Half Moon Bay and South San Francisco.
  • The list below includes 636 free or cheap things to do in or near San Francisco, California, including 130 different types of inexpensive activities like Neighborhoods, Parks, Art Gallery and Walking Tours.
  • From Lands End to Golden Gate Bridge, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Francisco and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Pacifica, Berkeley, Half Moon Bay and South San Francisco.
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Reincarnated San Francisco icon leads tours through city’s historic streets and dispenses facts about landmarks architectural and otherwise
28.4 Miles
75% 67 votes
Parks 6701 Payne Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94588 MoreLess Info
Situated on 24 acres, Val Vista Community Park features soccer fields, a roller hockey rink and a skate park. It provides walking paths and picnic tables as well as facilities for children including playgrounds and water play areas.
28.5 Miles
100% 6 votes
Parks 2503 Piccadilly Cir, San Ramon, CA 94582 MoreLess Info
Take the kids for some outdoor playground fun at Piccadilly Square Park. Activity panels and climbing features are sure to keep them entertained. Swings, a climbing wall and sand pit are also available.
28.5 Miles
75% 4 votes
Parks 2503 Piccadilly Cir, Danville, CA 94506 MoreLess Info
The fenced-in, dinosaur-themed Piccadilly Park offers 2 play structures; one for smaller children, and one for older kids. A small basketball court and gazebo are available, along with a well maintained restroom.
28.6 Miles
100% 10 votes
Trampoline Parks 39177 Farwell Drive, Fremont, CA 54538 MoreLess Info
Rockin' Jump is a fitness park built around multiple trampolines and trampoline based sports. The park offers trampolines of all sizes, with areas dedicated to trampoline basketball, dodgeball, and guided activities with the professional staff.
28.7 Miles
75% 20 votes
Dog Park 2901 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94309 MoreLess Info
Named in honor of the 31st President, Hoover Park is large and spacious. This neighborhood park offers activities for the entire family. Along with a separate dog area, it features sports fields, a playground, walking trail and picnic space.
28.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 2123 Newpark Mall, Newark, CA 94560 MoreLess Info
Providing art restoration services, Liang's Art Gallery houses a variety of fine art paintings for visitors to browse. The gallery also sells home decor such as wall clocks and vases.
28.8 Miles
40% 30 votes
Malls 2086 NewPark Mall, Newark, CA 94560 MoreLess Info
Measuring 1,161,691 square-feet, the NewPark Mall currently houses more than 140 stores and restaurants, plus several salons. In addition, it also hosts a regular farmers market and seasonal events for the entire family.
28.8 Miles
70% 10 votes
Parks 2070 Arlington Way, San Ramon, CA 94583 MoreLess Info
Little ones will appreciate a visit to Fire Truck Park. With its unique fire truck play structure with slides and poles, swings, barbeque area and game tables, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
28.9 Miles
83% 303 votes
Hiking Trails Stanford Ave & Junipero Serra Blvd, Palo Alto, CA 94305 MoreLess Info
Located in the foothills around Stanford University, The Dish - Stanford Foothills features a working radiotelescope that is frequently used for educational and research purposes. The area is also popular among joggers and hikers.
29.1 Miles
82% 11 votes
Trampoline Parks 5875 Arnold Road, Suite 100, Dublin, CA 94568 MoreLess Info
A trampoline entertainment center, Rockin' Jump - The Ultimate Trampoline Park provides attractions, food options and private events. Activities include a general purpose jumping area, a foam pit and trampoline dodge ball and basketball dunk.
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