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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43.2 Miles
The Old Faithful Geyser is a geothermal well erupting at regular intervals and a popular tourist attraction. There is a nice picnic area nearby as well as a small farm and a museum. The entry fee is a bit pricey.
43.2 Miles
95% 43 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 19450 Marsh Creek Road, Brentwood, CA MoreLess Info
Guests of the Round Valley Regional Preserve will be able to go hiking, horseback riding, and bicycling in a site that reaches temperatures of up to 100 degrees during the summer. The location also offers campsites that feature picnic tables and a restroom.
43.3 Miles
93% 43 votes
Playgrounds 3777 Vaca Valley Parkway, Vacaville, CA 95688 MoreLess Info
Kids Gone Wild is a recreational facility that features 4,200-foot playroom, a 24-foot slide, mini basketball hoops, a toddlers play area, and a bounce house. The facility has separate party rooms available for rent.
43.3 Miles
77% 194 votes
Bowling 40645 Fremont Blvd, Ste 3, Fremont, CA 94538 MoreLess Info
A bowling alley and family fun center, the Cloverleaf Family Bowl offers 44 bowling lanes with electronic scoring. The alley hosts open bowling as well as day and evening leagues and tournaments.
43.4 Miles
86% 97 votes
Camping Site 12600 River Road, Guerneville, CA 95446 MoreLess Info
Located along the Russian River, the Schoolhouse Canyon Campground is a scenic tent campground popular among nature enthusiasts. In addition to camping, guests commonly enjoy canoeing in the nearby river or biking around the many nearby trails during their trips.
43.5 Miles
75% 20 votes
Dog Park 2901 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94309 MoreLess Info
Named in honor of the 31st President, Hoover Park is large and spacious. This neighborhood park offers activities for the entire family. Along with a separate dog area, it features sports fields, a playground, walking trail and picnic space.
43.6 Miles
27% 176 votes
Family Fun Center 2400 Kitty Hawk Rd, Livermore, CA 94550 MoreLess Info
Boomers Livemore offers bumper boating, go karting, laser tagging, and miniature golfing opportunities. The location also features an arcade game room with a variety of dancing, horseracing, snowboarding, and sports games.
43.6 Miles
65% 57 votes
Recreation Centers 1510 Neroly Road, Oakley, CA 94561 MoreLess Info
A fitness and racquet club, Diamond Hills Sports Club & Spa offers members a variety of amenities. It features a wide array of fitness classes, personal trainer services, child care, and state of the art equipment.
43.6 Miles
82% 11 votes
National & State Parks 100 Big Break Road, Oakley, CA 94561 MoreLess Info
Home to over 70 species of birds and mammals, Big Break Regional Shoreline is a recreational park that features picnic areas, a small amphitheater, and a fishing pier. The park also has spots to fish at.
43.6 Miles
- 1 votes
Marinas 100 Big Break Road, Oakley, CA 94561 MoreLess Info
The Big Break Marina is a local marina offering a number of services for boat owners to use. These services include access to a concrete boat launch ramp, dry storage, and a yacht clubhouse, among many others.
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