- 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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Now open to the public, the Mare Island Naval Shipyard gives visitors an interesting look into the history of the Navy's role in World War II. The shipyard is favored by local photographers for the buildings and industrial landscape.
37.4 Miles
Vallejo Farmers Market offers fresh, locally-grown fruits and vegetables from the fields and orchards of family farms. The Saturday market is open year-round with the season's freshest fruits, vegetables, greens and nuts along with freshly caught seafood and fresh-cut flowers.
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Rather than a specifically designated area, the Vallejo Waterfront Park is essentially an open space where visitors can enjoy outdoor activities like biking, running, soccer, and flying kites. Dogs are also allowed on the walkways if they are on leashes.
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Benicia Community Park, Community Park Drive, Benicia, CA 94510
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Benicia Skatepark offers skateboarders an Olympic bowl and kidney pool. The park provides a section that tunnels though a pipe area waterfalling into another bowl. There is also a small stair and some ledges around the outside of the park.
37.4 Miles
Gateway Park is a recreational park that includes a playground that has a slide, monkey bars, climbing obstacles, and a covered tower. The park also has a hiking trail that can be used for running and walking.
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734 Marin Street, Vallejo, CA 94590
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The Vallejo Naval & Historical Museum celebrates the fascinating history of the cities naval background as well as the culture of the surrounding area. The museum features exhibits on the women of Vallejo, a sports hall of fame as well as extensive naval history.
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A full service, multisport facility, the Mare Island Sports Center features two indoor soccer fields, basketball courts, batting cages, and five volleyball courts. Guests can pay by the visit or become members.
37.5 Miles
Located between San Francisco Bay and the Delta, Vallejo Marina is a local marina offering a large selection of amenities for its customers to enjoy. These amenities include fuel docks, hot showers, a nearby launch ramp, and a laundry facility.
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Mare Island San Pablo Bay Trail is a four mile round-trip trail for hikers of all skill levels. The trail offers scenic views of San Pablo Bay, Mt. Diablo and Mt. Tamalpais, and the Sonoma and Napa Valleys.
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Waters End Park features large open green spaces, multiple play structures for kids to climb, basketball courts, and public restrooms. The park also features benches with chess boards for impromptu challenges.