Free & Cheap Things to Do in Santa Clara, CA

  • 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.
  • 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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Airsoft Extreme 3390 Keller Street, Santa Clara, CA MoreLess Info
Engage in live action airsoft combat with a realistic rifle and all the necessary equipment
2.8 Miles
86% 14 votes
Parks 811 Henderson Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94085 MoreLess Info
Ponderosa Park is a 9-acre community park with a western theme and multiple features including basketball courts, a children's play area, horseshoe pits, a multi-use field, restrooms, and tennis and volleyball courts. Building and picnic site rentals are available.
2.9 Miles
72% 18 votes
Parks 1565 Quail Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94087 MoreLess Info
Raynor Park is a city park with a variety of play structures appropriate for kids of all ages. The park features open play areas as well as picnic areas and walking trails.
3.0 Miles
50% 4 votes
Farmers Markets Jackson Street between Sixth and Seventh Streets, directly in front of Miraido Village, San Jose, CA 95112 MoreLess Info
Japantown Farmers' Market is a small market with a unique selection of produce. Parking is free on Sundays.
3.0 Miles
71% 55 votes
Children's Play Area 1180 Kern Avenue, Sunnyvale, CA 94085 MoreLess Info
Safari Run is a children's recreation center that specializes in hosting jungle themed parties and events for kids. The facility offers numerous play areas and attractions, as well as providing food and refreshments for party-goers.
3.8 Miles
97% 166 votes
Religious Buildings 80 South Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113 MoreLess Info
A taste of Europe in America, the Cathedral Basilica of St. Joseph is a beautiful gothic cathedral. Visitors can take in a mass or sit quietly and observe this religious space.
3.8 Miles
71% 610 votes
Art Museum 110 South Market St, San Jose, CA 91553 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to modern art, the San Jose Museum of Art sits in the heart of California's Silicon Valley. The spacious, light-filled building features paintings, prints, bronzes, mixed media installations and other modern and postmodern objects d'art.
3.8 Miles
78% 528 votes
Movie Theaters 10123 N Wolfe Road, Cupertino, CA 95014 MoreLess Info
A 16-screen movie theater, AMC Cupertino Square 16 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers an IMAX auditorium, theater rentals, a party room and a concession area with food and drinks.
3.8 Miles
41% 507 votes
Bowling 10123 N. Wolfe Rd #20, Cupertino, CA 95014 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1938, Bowlmor Cupertino is a popular bowling alley featuring a number of facilities and amenities for its guests to enjoy. These include a full menu of food, beer and cocktail selections, and party hosting, among many others.
3.8 Miles
26% 70 votes
Skating Rinks 10123 N Wolfe Rd, Ste 1020, Cupertino, CA 95014 MoreLess Info
With skates available for rent, Ice Center Cupertino offers visitors an indoor ice rink with freestyle skating sessions open to the public. The rink hosts skating school, camps, private lessons, and youth hockey leagues.
3.8 Miles
50% 6 votes
Recreation Centers 18000 Chelmsford Drive, Cupertino, CA 95014 MoreLess Info
Featuring a pool that combines a lap pool and recreational pool, Rancho Rinconada Rec Center hosts public swim sessions at its facility. The pool is heated and is lifeguard monitored.
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