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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39.6 Miles
81% 124 votes
Parks 301 N San Carlos Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 MoreLess Info
With 102 acres, Heather Farm Park offers a range of activities for visitors including a skate park, dog park, swim center, a community center and equestrian center. Other amenities include bike paths, sand volleyball, playground, fishing pond and athletic fields.
39.6 Miles
75% 32 votes
Dog Park 505 N San Carlos Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 MoreLess Info
Located on the north end of Heather Farm Park, the Heather Farm Dog Park features separate fenced areas for large and small dogs. The one-acre park is open from dawn until dusk most days.
39.6 Miles
67% 12 votes
Parks 2698 Oak Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94597 MoreLess Info
A small city park open from dawn to dusk, Walden Park features a disc golf course, a horse trail, a basketball court, a playground for kids with play structures and swings, and picnic areas.
39.7 Miles
80% 75 votes
Parks Union Street and Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94133 MoreLess Info
Historic and peaceful, Washington Square is a relaxing park just minutes from North Beach. It is a popular place for the locals to gather and a common spot for walkers and runners alike.
39.8 Miles
74% 95 votes
Shopping Districts Berkeley, CA MoreLess Info
Shattuck Avenue, another Berkeley landmark, is divided into two parts: one near BART being more central to Berkeley and the upper Shattuck Avenue which includes the Gourmet Ghetto. Some of the popular shops here are Saul's Deli, Black Oak Books, Lobelia and many more.
39.8 Miles
87% 130 votes
876

Nob Hill

Neighborhoods San Francisco, CA 94109 MoreLess Info
In Nob Hill you will find Grace Cathedral and movie locations like the Rock and Vertigo. Financial District and architectural icons of Julia Morgan, Willis Polkand and George Kellham.
39.8 Miles
92% 52 votes
Neighborhoods 2356 Pine Street (at Fillmore), San Francisco, CA 94115 MoreLess Info
Huge. Luxurious homes, and stunning views are available from Pacific Heights, San Francisco's premier residential area. Unobstructed views of the Golden Gate Bridge can be found on a self-guided walking tour of the area.
39.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Bookstores 2195 Fillmore St. near Sacramento, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
The Browser Books store offers a laid back setting that is reminiscent of days gone by. Here you can find all manner of texts and the staff are very helpful and knowledgeable too.
39.9 Miles
99% 139 votes
Walking Tours Union Square, under the statue, San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Emperor Norton's Fantastic San Francisco Time machine is a 2.5 hour walking tour into the history of San Francisco with the friendly, knowledgable and whimsically dressed Emperor Norton as the guide. Groupon deals are available.
39.9 Miles
76% 55 votes
Comedy Clubs 915 Columbus Ave., San Francisco, CA MoreLess Info
Many well known comedians have headlined San Francisco’s Cobb's Comedy Club. Cobb's is 18 and over and along with comedic entertainment, it features a full-service bar and dining menu.
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