- The list below includes 422 free or cheap things to do in or near Santa Clara, California, including 125 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Specialty Museums, Walking Trails and Bowling.
- From Santa Clara University to San Tomas Aquino Creek Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Santa Clara and in nearby cities within 25 miles like San Jose, Palo Alto, Los Altos and Cupertino.
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Explore educational exhibits and hands-on crafting workshops at this scrapbook-focused event
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With more than 150 years of history, Santa Clara University is the oldest operating higher education institution. The campus is full of historical and religious buildings that tell a story of the area and the history of the religion.
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A feeder trail to the larger San Francisco Bay Trail, the San Tomas Aquino Creek Trail connects the Bay Trail to the Santa Clara area. The trail is paved and allows for pedestrian travel.
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888 Reed St, Corner of Lafayette, Santa Clara, CA 95050
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An off-leash canine recreation facility, Reed Street Dog Park provides 1.5 acres of grassy fields with separate areas for small and large dogs. The park includes benches, trees, dog waste bags, drinking water and a shaded area.
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Central Park in Santa Clara is a fully equipped hub of fun and entertainment. Amenities include an amphitheatre, lighted tennis courts, basketball courts, picnic tables, BBQ grills, and a 30,000 square foot community center.
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The 11-acre Live Oak Park features a children's playground with structures for younger and older kids, basketball courts, picnic area, benches, restrooms and a large grass play area. There are also four transplanted oak trees over 100 years old.
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Mission Santa Clara de Asis
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The Alameda, Santa Clara, CA 95050
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Instituted in 1777, Mission Santa Clara de Asis is the 8th oldest mission in California. Visitors can admire the restored church and learn about the history of Spanish settlers and the role the mission played.
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Any techie's dream come true, the Intel Corp and Museum documents the history of innovation over the past several decades. From the invention of the semiconductor to the first RAM, Intel walks visitors through a journey of its success, trials, and tribulations.
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Guests will literally bounce off the walls , and the floors , all of which are made of trampolines at Sky High Sports. For high energy fun, jumpers can choose free activity time, AIRobics fitness classes, or the popular Dodgeball games.
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Local artists can easily find a home for their creations at the Triton Museum of Art, which is renowned for supporting its community. This locale has made its name for over 50 years as its county's first non-university art museum.
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A 20-screen movie theater, AMC Mercado 20 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, an IMAX auditorium, theater rentals and a concession area with food and drinks.