A 16-acre outdoor 'town' of 50-plus relocated historic buildings, schoolhouse, church, train station, saloon, all arranged as a walkable Old West streetscape, plus a restored-neon-sign plaza and the 'Black Gold' oil-history exhibit. Local heritage you stroll through.
98 hand-picked things to do in Bakersfield, United States — 26 completely free — each with a real address, price, hours, and an insider tip. Updated July 2026.
Kern River Parkway Trail, Panorama Park & Bluffs, Historic Padre Hotel Lobby & Architecture are among the 26 completely free activities in our Bakersfield list. Each entry includes the address, hours, and an insider tip.
Our 98 hand-picked Bakersfield activities range from free up to about $450 per person, with most under $25. Use the Free / Budget toggle on the deck to deal within your price range.
Every activity is a real, verified place or experience with a current price, address, and opening hours — hand-picked for travelers and locals. Last updated July 2026.
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