Free & Cheap Things to Do in San Rafael, CA

  • The list below includes 431 free or cheap things to do in or near San Rafael, California, including 129 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, National & State Parks, Parks and Swimming Pool.
  • From China Camp State Park to China Camp, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Rafael and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Berkeley, South San Francisco and Richmond.
  • The list below includes 431 free or cheap things to do in or near San Rafael, California, including 129 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, National & State Parks, Parks and Swimming Pool.
  • From China Camp State Park to China Camp, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in San Rafael and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Francisco, Berkeley, South San Francisco and Richmond.
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26.4 Miles
62% 21 votes
Music Venue Sonoma State University, 1801 E Cotati Avenue, Rohnert Park, CA 94928 MoreLess Info
Green Music Center is a world-class performing arts complex located on the campus of Sonoma State University. The Center consists of multiple performance venues, a music education wing, sprawling outdoor spaces and an on-site restaurant.
26.5 Miles
83% 6 votes
Parks 13630 Sonoma Highway, Glen Ellen, CA 95442 MoreLess Info
Nestled in the hills, Sonoma Valley Regional Park offers visitors both paved and dirt trails for hiking. The park provides visitors with scenic views of the valley and nearby lake, as well as opportunities for bird watching.
26.5 Miles
67% 3 votes
Dog Park 13630 Sonoma Highway, Glen Ellen, CA 95442 MoreLess Info
Located next to a scenic state park is the Elizabeth Anne Perrone Dog Park. Dogs, as well as their owners, can enjoy scenic paved trails, large grass areas for off-leash play, beautiful floral gardens and a small dog pool.
26.5 Miles
86% 14 votes
Music Venue 1801 E Cotati Avenue, Rohnert Park, CA 94928 MoreLess Info
Also known as the Green Music Center, Weill Hall at Sonoma State University is a music performance venue that hosts a wide array of musical and cultural events, ranging from pop music concerts to film series.
26.6 Miles
68% 95 votes
Bowling 1500 Monument Blvd, Bldg G, Concord, CA 94520 MoreLess Info
A 32-lane bowling facility, Diablo Valley Bowl offers open and league bowling along with private event and party hosting. It provides a snack bar, arcade games, pool tables, a bar with adult beverages and cosmic bowling.
26.7 Miles
91% 11 votes
Parks 2086-2098 Olivera Road, Concord, CA 94520 MoreLess Info
Hillcrest Park is a community-owned and managed public park that is noted for containing Matteo's Dream, a large, safe playground for children of all abilities. Additionally, the park has ball fields, pavilions, and picnic areas.
26.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Bay Mulford Point Drive, San Leandro, CA 94577 MoreLess Info
Mulford Point Park is part of the larger Marina Park area covering the seaside areas at the very end of the shoreline point. Besides offering views of the Pacific, visitors will also find picnic tables and fishing areas as well.
26.7 Miles
80% 5 votes
Parks 1000 Linda Mar Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044 MoreLess Info
An historic landmark, Sanchez Adobe has served many purposes. The building was once a cattle ranch but would later become a hotel, and subsequently the personal residence of a town mayor. Tours are offered and special events often hosted here.
26.7 Miles
81% 124 votes
Parks 301 N San Carlos Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 MoreLess Info
With 102 acres, Heather Farm Park offers a range of activities for visitors including a skate park, dog park, swim center, a community center and equestrian center. Other amenities include bike paths, sand volleyball, playground, fishing pond and athletic fields.
26.8 Miles
94% 64 votes
Gardens 1540 Marchbanks Drive, Walnut Creek, CA MoreLess Info
Visitors can take in the beauty of nature whilst walking the paths of the Gardens at Heather Farms located in Walnut Creek, California. A series of natural gardens surround the nearby lake, highlighted by the beautiful roses when in season.
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