- The list below includes 706 free or cheap things to do in or near San Mateo, California, including 127 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Gardens, Hiking Trails and Running/Jogging.
- From The San Mateo Japanese Garden to Sawyer Camp Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Mateo and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Pacifica, Half Moon Bay and Berkeley.
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3160 N Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View, CA 94043
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Shoreline Aquatic Center offers a variety of services and amenities for visitors to Shoreline Lake. The facility has stand up paddleboards, pedal boats, kayaks, canoes, and other watercraft for rent, and also offers lessons and racing.
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A residential community, Lakeshore Park is equipped with a small lake and walkways. Consequently, many walk or jog there for exercise. With lots of ducks and geese, it is also a good place to simply relax and enjoy nature.
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As a youth soccer league, Newark Soccer Club Inc organizes teams and tournaments for the community. The league accept kids from age 4 and up, and have team sizes of up to 10 people.
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Chabot Park is a rustic park featuring 10 acres, a very large picnic area and smaller picnic areas, an amphiteater, sports fields, and hiking trails. Visitors can spend time with friends and family or quietly stroll through the beautiful surroundings.
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168 votes
2533 Castro Valley Blvd, Castro Valley, CA 94546
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Visitors can enjoy miniature golf on two 18-hole courses and an arcade at Golden Tee Golfland, a family entertainment center. Golden Tee also hosts birthday parties and other special events.
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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.
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15 votes
33540 Central Avenue, Union City, CA 94587
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Z Badminton Training Center is a 12000 square foot facility with 8 badminton courts, all made of professional standard material. The facility also features a pro shop with a wide selection of gear.
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Club Boomerang is a night club in San Francisco. Many famous rock musicians have performed here over the years.
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The View Lounge has enormous windows overlooking the city of San Francisco. A good spot to have an after work drink.
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151 Third Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
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Art enthusiasts will enjoy taking in the exhibits sponsored by or held at the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. This museums collection includes an array of paintings, photography, textiles and sculptures.