What to do and see in Walnut Creek, California (CA): The Best Budget-friendly Things to do

August 27, 2021 Moriah Teneyck

Walnut Creek is a city in Contra Costa County, California, United States, located in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area, about 16 miles (26 kilometres) east of the city of Oakland. With a total estimated population of 67,673, Walnut Creek serves as a hub for its neighboring cities because of its location at the junction of the highways from Sacramento and San Jose (I-680) and San Francisco/Oakland (SR-24) and its accessibility by BART. Its active downtown neighborhood features hundred-year-old buildings and extensive high-end retail establishments, restaurants and entertainment venues.
Restaurants in Walnut Creek

1. Lindsay Wildlife Museum

1931 1st Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94597-2540 +1 925-935-1978 http://www.wildlife-museum.org/
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4.5 based on 247 reviews

Lindsay Wildlife Museum

Reviewed By andylU9650HR - Allen, United States

Up close and person experience with raptor birds and many other animals. Great staff of animal keepers and staff.

2. The Ruth Bancroft Garden

1552 Bancroft Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598-2361 +1 925-944-9352 [email protected] http://www.ruthbancroftgarden.org/
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4.5 based on 140 reviews

The Ruth Bancroft Garden

A world-renowned 3.5-acre garden, housing a collection of unique succulents, cacti and drought-tolerant plants from around the world. The Garden’s founder, Ruth Bancroft, lived to be 109 and was a pioneer in drought-tolerant gardening. Open to the public year-round, the Garden showcases fabulous blooms during every season. The retail nursery carries many varieties of Agaves, Aloes, Sedums, Aeoniums, Echeverias, Cacti, and the largest selection of Proteaceae in Northern California. Visitors may take a self guided tour or on weekends, docent led tours are offered. The Garden offers classes and workshops throughout the year in it's new Visitor and Education Center, which is also available to rent for business meetings, weddings and other private special events.

Reviewed By AliceR787 - Walnut Creek, United States

Ruth was the angel of succulents before we even appreciated them. What was considered ugly and twisted in nature encouraged her to plant, replant and develop a culture of beauty and harmony. This elegant unban garden demonstrates how we can use environmental nerdy to beautify urban landscapes. The staff is incredibly knowledgeable about their garden and growth of succulents

3. Borges Ranch

1035 Castle Rock Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598-5117 +1 925-943-5899 ext. 2162 http://www.walnut-creek.org/about/visiting_us/borges_ranch.asp
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4.5 based on 32 reviews

Borges Ranch

Reviewed By expat326 - San Francisco, United States

The hills are a most incredible shade of green in the spring. In addition to the historic ranch complex, there are several trails for hiking, biking or horseback riding. The trails are well marked and well maintained, mostly gentle rolling hills not steep inclines. You may run into some livestock along the way and definitely bring binoculars for the birds. There is some quail habitat that is being restored. On a spring day, there is nothing better than getting out and enjoying the fresh air and flowering trees and poppies.

4. Gardens at Heather Farms

1540 Marchbanks Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94598-2158 +1 925-947-1678 http://gardenshf.org
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4.5 based on 121 reviews

Gardens at Heather Farms

Reviewed By mini - Fremont, United States

We went for a picnic lunch at Gardens at Heather Farms. We had a very good time and there were lots of people there. There is a nice fountain area as well as plants. People were fishing, biking, and just enjoying the great outdoors. Visit is free.

5. Civic Park

1375 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596-4227 +1 925-943-5852 http://www.walnut-creek.org/citygov/depts/ps/parks/civic.asp
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4.0 based on 64 reviews

Civic Park

Reviewed By 180mariao - Oakland, United States

This is a really nice little park where there are areas where you can take a picnic, bring your dog and have a nice peaceful walk. It also has a pathway to the Iron Horse Trail. There are many restaurants in Downtown Walnut Creek where you can get takeout and bring it to the park and enjoy - all in walking distance.

6. Calicraft Brewing Company

2700 Mitchell Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94598-1602 +1 925-478-8103 http://www.calicraft.com
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4.0 based on 22 reviews

Calicraft Brewing Company

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