Things to Do in Castro Valley in 2025

Redwood Regional Park which includes forests

Redwood Regional Park featuring a park as well as children

Redwood Regional Park showing a garden and forests as well as a small group of people

Castro Valley Attractions

It's hardly surprising that so many vacationers head to Castro Valley again and again. This alluring city is bursting with tempting things to do. Whether you're interested in exploring tourist attractions or trying more action-packed experiences, it's tough to be bored here.

If you're ready to discover the best of Castro Valley, join a few of the top tours & day trips on offer, and have a friendly expert show you some of the most popular sites. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our top {31 fun activities in Castro Valley fun activities in Castro Valley} are also worth looking into.

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Number of things to do	31
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	Ruth Bancroft Garden General Admission Ticket: $15
Top 5 things to do	Yosemite National Park Valley Highlights Tour San Francisco: Airplane Private Bay Tour Yosemite National Park & Giant Sequoia Grove Day Tour Las Vegas, Zion and Bryce Canyon 4 Day Tour from San Francisco Mini Golf 9 Hole Course in Bay Area (East)
Under $25	Mini Golf 9 Hole Course in Bay Area (East) Ruth Bancroft Garden General Admission Ticket 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Berkeley Holiday Mini Golf Experience in Bay Area East
With kids	Yosemite National Park Valley Highlights Tour Yosemite National Park & Giant Sequoia Grove Day Tour Mini Golf 9 Hole Course in Bay Area (East) Ruth Bancroft Garden General Admission Ticket 6 Hours Private Bay Area College Tour in California

What to do in Castro Valley

Free Things to Do in Castro Valley

There's no need to give your credit card a workout in Castro Valley. The following won't cost a cent.

Hayward Japanese Gardens - Arrange a picnic date and enjoy a relaxing walk around the beautiful plants.

Things to Do in Castro Valley with Kids

There's fun for the whole family no matter where you wander in Castro Valley. Here are a few family friendly experiences to enjoy together that promise to make your escape a blast:

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Jack London Square

4.5/5(393 reviews)

Shop, dine and stroll to your heart’s content in this waterside square, named after the novelist who spent his childhood here.

Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive which includes interior views and art

University of California, Berkeley

4.5/5(1,403 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of California, Berkeley, during your trip to Berkeley. Attend a sporting event or discover the beautiful sunsets in this vibrant area.

View from the Black Hole! Raiders were
10 -2 on the date this photo was taken.

Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum

4/5(210 reviews)

Catch an event at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum during your trip to Oakland. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Oakland Arena

4/5(1,232 reviews)

Catch an event at Oakland Arena during your trip to Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area.

Oakland Zoo

4/5(7 reviews)

Watch alligators being fed, ride a train through the Australian outback and see a herd of elephants on the African savannah at this animal park.

Greek Theater

4/5(74 reviews)

President Theodore Roosevelt and the Dalai Lama are among the iconic figures who have graced the stage of this neoclassical open-air bowl.

Fox Theater

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Find a school, a restaurant and a concert venue in this historic complex where Dylan, Green Day and B. B. King have played.

Oakland City Center

5/5(1 review)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Oakland City Center during your stay in Oakland. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Paramount Theatre

4/5(14 reviews)

Come and see the ballet, a concert or a stand-up comedy performance at this spectacular art deco theater in the heart of Oakland.

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Chabot Park

While visiting Chabot Park, you might make a stop by sights like East Bay Regional Park District and Oakland Zoo.

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