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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0.0 Miles
Explore the city via an adventure combining the fun of a scavenger hunt with the information of a self-guided tour
2.3 Miles
100% 10 votes
Fishing Berth 4 Fishermans Wharf, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Bass Tub Sportfishing offers guided tours, fishing days and caters for private events on their boat, the Bass-Tub, which departs daily at 6.30am or 11am, depending on your activity, from San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf and heads into the bay.
1.3 Miles
74% 172 votes
Cocktail Lounge 999 California St. at Mason St., San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Top of the Mark is a hotel bar well-known for its stunning views of the city. The menu is simple but they offer a wide variety of beverages. The best time to visit is during the late hours of night, especially on weekends, to avoid the crowd.
1.3 Miles
70% 237 votes
Art Museum 781 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109 MoreLess Info
Comic book lovers will enjoy a stop at the Cartoon Art Museum. This museum has a large selection of cartoon and comic book art, both from real comics and invented ones.
9.7 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.
1.1 Miles
85% 26 votes
Specialty Shops 99 Yerba Buena Lane, San Francisco, CA 94103 MoreLess Info
For those not on a diet, Beard Papa's offers a wide selection of ice cream puffs. Try them glazed with chocolate ganache.
0.5 Miles
77% 26 votes
Historic Buildings 1800 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Acquired by Army Studios in 2007 with restoration plans underway, the San Francisco National Guard Armory and Arsenal retains its historical splendor. With many of its stone staircases, wainscoting and sweeping corridors still in good shape, the Armory is worth a visit.
1.2 Miles
82% 22 votes
Art Gallery 49 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94108 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1979, Fraenkel gallery is an art gallery dedicated to photography and all its links to the other fine arts. They are located on Geary street and are open Tuesday to Saturday.
2.0 Miles
76% 55 votes
Comedy Clubs 915 Columbus Ave., San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Many well known comedians have headlined San Francisco’s Cobb's Comedy Club. Cobb's is 18 and over and along with comedic entertainment, it features a full-service bar and dining menu.
2.3 Miles
61% 97 votes
Jazz/Blues Bars 300 Jefferson St. at Jones St., San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Lou's Pier 47, now opened as Lou's Fish Shack is a 2 floors restaurant and bar. They offer a variety of seafood and as entertainment, they have live local blues and jazz music.
1.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Art Gallery 2036 Union St, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Images of the North is an Inuit art gallery in San Francisco. The gallery is open year round and it is home to sculptures, masks and prints either miniatures or of a larger scale.
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