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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27.7 Miles
88% 43 votes
Beaches Highway 1, Half Moon Bay, CA MoreLess Info
The beach features a sheltered cove surrounded by cliffs dropping into the Pacific Ocean. There is a steep trail that leads down to the beach, and a small picnic area.Gray whales can often be seen.
27.7 Miles
74% 88 votes
Beaches Poplar Avenue, Half Moon Bay, CA MoreLess Info
Poplar Beach is popular with animal lovers because dogs on leashes are allowed right on the beach, and, in addition, riders can ride horses on the beach. This beach connects to the Coastside Trail, and has stunning views of the ocean.
27.7 Miles
98% 56 votes
Paintball 1230 Greenville Road, Livermore, CA 94550 MoreLess Info
Featuring 9 fields, American Paintball Park offers visitors a 6.6 acre facility for competitive paintball games. The park also has laser tag, with detachable head sensors and XM7 Skinny’s included with admission.
27.7 Miles
69% 13 votes
Parks Morgan Drive, San Ramon, CA 94583 MoreLess Info
Bishop Ranch Regional Preserve is a nature preserve and hiking area that offers medium difficulty hiking trails amid impressive natural vistas. The preserve welcomes dogs, and features trail maps for guidance.
27.7 Miles
50% 2 votes
Historic Sites 10001 Watsonville Road, Gilroy, CA 95020 MoreLess Info
Chitactac-Adams County Park is a 4.3 acre park featuring several cultural artifacts, including bedrock mortars and petroglyphs left by the Ohlone Indians. Attractions include a self-guided interpretive walk and an interpretive shelter, as well as the scenic Uvas Creek.
27.7 Miles
81% 16 votes
Beaches 152 Poplar Street, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019 MoreLess Info
Blufftop Coastal Park is a scenic and peaceful natural area that offers beach access, walking, running, and biking trails that wind through the surrounding woods, and benches to sit and relax.
27.9 Miles
88% 4406 votes
Beaches Pescadero Road, Half Moon Bay, CA MoreLess Info
Where the Pescadero River enters the sea, Pescadero Beach begins. Stretching one mile on the shoreline, the beach has sandy coves and rocky cliffs, which are suited for fishing and picnics.
27.9 Miles
89% 27 votes
Beaches Highway One, Half Moon Bay, CA MoreLess Info
Pomponio State Beach is popular for its scenic beauty and gentle tides. Whales and dolphins are a regular sight enjoyed by those out for a quiet stroll along the coastline. The parking is slightly pricey but worth the experience.
27.9 Miles
86% 57 votes
Beaches San Andreas Road, Aptos, CA MoreLess Info
At Manresa State Beach, visitors will be able to enjoy recreational activities, surf fishing, and surfing. This site, which features a large amount of sea and sand, features changing weather conditions. Layered clothing is encouraged.
27.9 Miles
56% 16 votes
Parks Estudillo Ave & Sylvan Cir, San Leandro, CA 94577 MoreLess Info
Chabot Park is a rustic park featuring 10 acres, a very large picnic area and smaller picnic areas, an amphiteater, sports fields, and hiking trails. Visitors can spend time with friends and family or quietly stroll through the beautiful surroundings.
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