Free & Cheap Things to Do in San Mateo, CA

  • 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.
  • 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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24.4 Miles
97% 31 votes
National & State Parks 900 Dornan Drive, Richmond, CA 94801 MoreLess Info
Named for two former state politicians, Miller Knox Regional Park is a waterfront park on 307 acres which can be used for fishing, swimming and boating. The park has loop trails, picnic facilities and open green space for recreational activities.
24.4 Miles
94% 18 votes
Parks Marina Bay & Regatta Blvd, Richmond, CA 94804 MoreLess Info
Situated on 11 acres, Marina Bay Park provides views of the bay and access to a beach area. The park has a trail for walking and biking, a large grass field, picnic facilities and the Rosie the Riveter Memorial.
24.4 Miles
83% 6 votes
Parks Village Pkwy & Triana Way, San Ramon, CA 94583 MoreLess Info
Extensive facilities form the basis for the Richard Fahey Village Green Park. Spread over five acres of land, there is a ball field, soccer field, picnic tables, children's playground equipment, and a walking trail.
24.6 Miles
67% 9 votes
Playgrounds 5801 Valley Blvd, Pleasanton, CA 94566 MoreLess Info
A community-owned park and tennis complex, Pleasanton Tennis & Community Park offers an open tennis court, playground equipment and sand box, volleyball courts, barbecue facilities, and picnic areas, as well as restrooms.
24.6 Miles
50% 4 votes
Dog Park Del Mar Dr, Off Pine Valley Road, San Ramon, CA 94583 MoreLess Info
Composed of roughly one acre of land, the Del Mar Dog Park serves as a small community space for dog owners. The open play area allows dogs to run off their leashes, and there is a dog water fountain as well as dog waste bags.
24.7 Miles
88% 102 votes
Farms & Ranches 22600 Mount Eden Road, Saratoga, CA MoreLess Info
Offering true California ranch hospitality, Garrod Farms Riding Stables offer fun outdoor adventures. The stables allow visitors to take horseback riding tours and lessons while also offering tastings at the local winery.
24.7 Miles
- 9 votes
Movie Theaters 200 Serra Way, Ste 37, Milpitas, CA 95035 MoreLess Info
At Serra Theatres, visitors can watch the most recent Bollywood movies to come out of India. The theater also hosts screenings of world sports events, such as the ICC Cricket World Cup.
24.7 Miles
96% 27 votes
Parks 5800 Parkside Drive, Pleasanton, CA 94566 MoreLess Info
A large grassy park with ample green space, Pleasonton Sports & Recreation Park offers a variety of sports fields, including baseball, soccer, and football. The park also offers barbecue grills, picnic tables, restrooms, and a playground.
24.7 Miles
86% 43 votes
Parks 12501 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon, CA 94583 MoreLess Info
Features of San Ramon Central Park include fenced tennis courts, lighted basketball courts and a skate park. Kiddos will enjoy the playground, while parents appreciate the rubberized turf offering extra protection.
24.7 Miles
23% 13 votes
Badminton 6780 Sierra Ct, Ste I, Dublin, CA 94568 MoreLess Info
With six courts to choose from, Bintang Badminton Academy Dublin provides visitors with a facility to play badminton competitively or for recreational purposes. The courts often host badminton lessons and clinics.
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