Free & Cheap Things to Do in San Jose, CA

  • The list below includes 376 free or cheap things to do in or near San Jose, California, including 125 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, History Museums, Comedy Clubs and Movie Theaters.
  • From Municipal Rose Garden to Los Gatos Creek Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Jose and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palo Alto, Los Altos, Cupertino and Fremont.
  • The list below includes 376 free or cheap things to do in or near San Jose, California, including 125 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, History Museums, Comedy Clubs and Movie Theaters.
  • From Municipal Rose Garden to Los Gatos Creek Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Jose and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Palo Alto, Los Altos, Cupertino and Fremont.
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Digitally driven urban scavenger race takes participants around the city for fun and challenges
13.6 Miles
88% 17 votes
Parks 609 Maybell Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94309 MoreLess Info
A 4.1-acre park with trees and open space, Juana Briones Park also includes two children’s playgrounds, a basketball court, picnic tables, benches and a footpath. The playgrounds feature a climbing rock and a sand and water feature.
14.0 Miles
86% 21 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Page Mill Road, Palo Alto, CA MoreLess Info
Hiking, camping and studying the wildlife and ecosystem diversity are some of the things Monte Bello open space preserve has to offer. It also has some nice views od the Pacific Ocean and of San Francisco Bay.
14.0 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.
14.0 Miles
77% 194 votes
Bowling 40645 Fremont Blvd, Ste 3, Fremont, CA 94538 MoreLess Info
A bowling alley and family fun center, the Cloverleaf Family Bowl offers 44 bowling lanes with electronic scoring. The alley hosts open bowling as well as day and evening leagues and tournaments.
14.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Canoeing 6486 Jasmine Avenue, Newark, CA 94560 MoreLess Info
Featuring a Hawaiian cultural tradition, Kilohana Outrigger Canoe Club offers visitors of all skill levels coaching on how to canoe on an 6-man outrigger. The practices last two hours and introduces visitors to the basics of canoeing.
14.2 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.
14.3 Miles
85% 13 votes
Parks 2375 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto, CA MoreLess Info
Byxbee Park is an open land space for patrons to be around nature The park has paths for walkers, runners and bikers. Patrons can walk their dogs on a leash or bird watch.
14.3 Miles
93% 30 votes
Parks 3590 Laguna Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94306 MoreLess Info
Cornelis Bol Park is 13.8 acres and includes a path for biking and jogging, a separate footpath, children's playground, benches and a native plant garden. Two donkeys live in an adjacent area and frequently visit the park.
14.3 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.
14.3 Miles
71% 28 votes
Parks 5911 Mowry Avenue, Newark, CA 94560 MoreLess Info
To experience Oktoberfest right in California, Swiss Park offers a unique evening out. The restaurant and bar features waitresses dressed as traditional beer maids, while the menu includes German classics such as oversized pretzels and bratwurst.
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