- 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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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.
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Preserving the history of the region, Richmond Museum of History offers visitors a mix of permanent and temporary exhibits to browse. The museum features photo collection that depicts what local streets looked like from the 1920s to the 1950s.
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Old Town Novato is comprised of many different storefronts, including thrift shops, salons, banks and many other specialty shops. There are also several restaurants that focus primarily on Mexican cuisine.
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A 2,315 acre parkland, Point Pinole features scenic trails that take hikers and joggers through an array of landscape. The trails wind through meadows, along the bluffs and beaches of Richmond and through areas of eucalyptus woods.
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At Davis Park, visitors can rent a baseball field for daily use. Not only that, but the location also offers soccer field rentals as well, making this a suitable location for a group outing.
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636 Murray Circle, Sausalito, CA 94965
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The Cooking School at Cavallo Point offers cooking lessons on a variety of culinary topics. A good place to mingle with others who enjoy cooking.
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The SS Red Oak Victory is a historic World War II cargo ship. Now available to see and tour in Richmond, CA, the ship features a large on-board museum and gift shop.
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Can be reached by Highways 1, 101, 280 and 880, San Francisco, CA 94123
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Golden Gate National Recreation Area is a park and green space near the bridge. Great views and plenty of places to relax.
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Bay Area Discovery Museum
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557 McReynolds Rd., Sausalito, CA 94965
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Bay Area Discovery Museum is a 7.5 acres natural area museum for children, located in Sausalito, California. They emphasize on creative thinking all in children and on developing their creativity.
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5651 Giant Highway, Richmond, CA 94806
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Point Pinole Regional Shoreline is a 2315 acre park that features a variety of attractions. There is an extensive beach, and a network of walking trails through woods, meadows, and beaches.