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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Design a custom sweet or savory crepe or dig into fresh sandwiches or salads at this casual downtown eatery
28.2 Miles
31% 207 votes
Movie Theaters 320 2nd Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401 MoreLess Info
A Cinemark theater, the Century Downtown 12 is a movie theater multiplex that shows primarily first-run Hollywood films. The theater features stadium seating, and is located at the center of a variety of restaurants and bars.
28.2 Miles
100% 4 votes
Race Tracks 2601 E Lake Avenue, Watsonville, CA 95076 MoreLess Info
Car racing enthusiasts can enjoy dirt track competitions every weekend at Ocean Speedway. The facility also provides an array of concessions including sandwiches, hot dogs, chicken kabobs, beer and other beverages.
28.3 Miles
67% 3 votes
Farms & Ranches 8018 Crow Canyon Road, Castro Valley, CA 94552 MoreLess Info
As an equestrian care facility, Canyon Creek Ranch offers visitors horse boarding and training services. The facility consists of barns and two arenas for training; one outdoors and one indoors.
28.4 Miles
87% 2454 votes
Beaches 2531 West Cliff Drive near Swanton Blvd., Santa Cruz, CA MoreLess Info
True to its name, Natural Bridges State Park contains natural rock bridges created by eons of water and wind erosion. The modern park is managed by the state and is a wonderful destination for adults and families.
28.4 Miles
83% 53 votes
Swimming Pool 9900 Broadmoor Drive, San Ramon, CA 94583 MoreLess Info
Make a splash with a visit to San Ramon Olympic Pool & Aquatic Park. Features include a kids area, twisty slide, lap pool and diving boards. Open Monday through Saturday (fees apply).
28.4 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.
28.4 Miles
90% 10 votes
Parks 2975 Montevideo Drive, San Ramon, CA 94583 MoreLess Info
The playground at Athan Downs Park is something to be seen, with features like a rolling slide, small sand pit and spinning seats. The ground is even covered in rubberized turf for extra safety.
28.4 Miles
100% 5 votes
Playgrounds 680 Montevideo Road, San Ramon, CA 94583 MoreLess Info
A great family-friendly park for all ages, the Athens Downs Park features beautiful green grass and as assortment of children's playground structures. The parks picnic tables are surrounded by scenic walkways and trees, and it offers sports fields and tennis.
28.4 Miles
100% 11 votes
National & State Parks Fairmont Drive, Castro Valley, CA 94546 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a variety of hiking trails along with scenic views of Lake Chabot at Fairmont Ridge Staging Area. The area is dog friendly, featuring a lot of leash free open spaces.
28.5 Miles
63% 30 votes
Statues Hwy 92, Half Moon Bay, CA MoreLess Info
Outside of the Half Moon Bay store you will find the Dinosaurs of Spanish Town. A collection of large metal dinosaur sculptures that are perfect for a photo op with the children.
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