- 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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Point Isabel Dog Park is an off-leash dog park. The park offers a tub and scrub full or self-service dog bathing facility and the Sit & Stay Cafe, a cafe that serves human food as well as dog treats.
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Vistazo Street West, Tiburon, CA 94920
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A state park built around the Old St. Hilary's church, Old St. Hilary's Open Space Preserve offers extensive hiking and biking trails. The park features remarkable scenic views of the bay and surrounding wilderness.
23.3 Miles
Used by joggers, cyclists, and walkers, Tiburon Multi-Use Path offers a paved path through the surrounding wetlands. There is a gazebo that has benches for visitors to enjoy panoramic views of the bay from.
23.4 Miles
Bring family, friends, or come solo for a game of bowling and more at Bowlmor Lanes. Challenge companions to a round of miniature golf, bocce, or a number of arcade games. Food and beverages are available.
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Offering a leash free environment, Sausalito Dog Park provides ample space for dogs to jump, run and fetch. And for pet owners, there are picnic benches along with a covered gazebo to provide protection from the sun.
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Open from sunrise until one hour after sunset, Portal Park features a playground, family picnic area and small recreational building. The park also offers a reservable picnic area that accommodates up to 80 people.
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Cupertino's Jollyman Park is a neighborhood park that features two separate playgrounds, one for toddlers and one for older kids. The park also has picnic areas and open green space.
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Native plants of California are on display at the Regional Parks Botanic Garden. Spread over 10 acres of land, the garden works at preserving the rare and endangered plant species from the state as a whole.
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Named for a former professional bowler, Earl Anthony's Dublin Bowl features 40 lanes of bowling with Friday and Saturday night music and light shows. It offers a lounge with big screen TV, video games and a snack bar.
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Stevens Creek Blvd, De Anza College, Cupertino, CA 95014
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De Anza College's Fujitsu Planetarium is the largest of its kind west of the Rocky Mountains. It offers a variety of shows, programs, and special events, ranging from educational programs for children to laser shows and holiday events.