- 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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Spanning a total of 5-acres of land, the Civic Center Park is a recreational park that includes multiple play structures for children of all ages. The park also has a basketball court, a par-3 golf course, and picnic tables.
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The World Wide Art, Inc. art gallery and shop features works by world renowned artists and original Disney Works. Other limited edition pieces available to view and purchase include works by Hanna Barbera, Thomas Kinkade and Marvel.
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Part of James Logan High School, the Dan Oden Swim Complex includes an outdoor heated pool. The complex offers swimming lessons for learners of all ages and experience levels, and hosts special events.
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Grace Cathedral is a Catholic Cathedral located on California street in San Francisco. Apart from being a church, it also hosts and organizes in partnership with different cultural institutions, various educational programs, music, drama and visual arts events.
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The Ferry Building, San Francisco, CA 94104
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San Francisco Shuttle Tours are a popular concierge service company which offers a variety of guided tours to some of the best San Francisco landmarks. Some of the tours they offer are premier city tour, wine country tours, Yosemite train tours, Muir Woods tours and many more.
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Stow Lake has a rental boathouse where visitors can explore the waters. There are plenty of places for picnicking and relaxing, as well.
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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.
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2058 D Street, Hayward, CA 94541
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San Felipe Park - Hayward Area Recreation District offers a wide array of recreational amenities. These include basketball, playgrounds, a community center, open lawn areas, barbecues, picnic areas with tables along with restrooms.
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Bill Graham Pkwy at North Shoreline Blvd, Mountain View, CA 94041
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A fenced, off-leash canine recreation facility, Shoreline Dog Park features dirt and gravel fields with a few trees. The park provides a double-gated entrance, dog waste bags, water fountains and a shaded area with picnic tables.
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The Bowling Alley, Castro Village Bowl, is a facility that features 32-lanes, automatic scoring, bumpers for inexperienced bowlers, a full service cocktail lounge, and a snack bar. The alley has bowling leagues for people of all ages.