Free & Cheap Things to Do in Alexandria, VA

  • The list below includes 446 free or cheap things to do in or near Alexandria, Virginia, including 117 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Historic Homes, Historic Sites and Bowling.
  • From Alexandria National Cemetery to Old Town Waterfront, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Alexandria and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
  • The list below includes 446 free or cheap things to do in or near Alexandria, Virginia, including 117 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Historic Homes, Historic Sites and Bowling.
  • From Alexandria National Cemetery to Old Town Waterfront, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Alexandria and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
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19.8 Miles
89% 369 votes
Malls 11900 Market Street, Reston, VA 20190 MoreLess Info
The diverse and cultured Reston Town Center is a location for shopping and dining in the area. Hotels, cinema, ice-skating and other various activities are available to accommodate many interests and needs.
19.8 Miles
67% 9 votes
Historic Homes 603 Edmonston Drive, Rockville, MD 20851 MoreLess Info
The historic Glenview Mansion is a home built in 1926 that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The mansion sits on 153-acres of land and hosts a number of public and private events during the year.
19.8 Miles
- 1 votes
Specialty Museums 2835 Belair Drive, Bowie, MD 20715 MoreLess Info
Constructed in 1907 by William Woodward, the building that now houses the Belair Stable Museum has been home to an impressive series of champion horses over the years. The museum features exhibits that highlight this legacy.
19.8 Miles
33% 6 votes
Skating Rinks 1818 Discovery Street, Reston, VA 20190 MoreLess Info
Reston Town Center Ice Rink is an outdoor skating rink open from November to March each year. Both figure and hockey skates are available to rent and they offer skating classes as well.
19.8 Miles
44% 64 votes
Movie Theaters Reston Town Ctr 11, 11940 Market Street, Reston, VA 20190 MoreLess Info
Featuring eleven screens, Bow Tie Cinemas is a popular entertainment venue in Reston. The theatre shows the latest feature films and offers a full service snack bar, state of the art sound and comfortable luxury leather seats.
19.8 Miles
100% 4 votes
Parks 11450 Glade Center Drive, Reston, VA 20190 MoreLess Info
Nestled in the woods, the Vernon J Walker Nature Education Center is a great place to start a bird walk, a woodland hike, or learn about numerous aspects of ecology in one of the frequent classes at the Nature House.
19.8 Miles
- 1 votes
Hiking Trails 4515 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 MoreLess Info
Rocky Run Stream Valley Trail is 3.4 miles of various surfaces including asphalt and stonedust. The trail crosses over a stream and traversing it may require the use of bridges, fairweather crossings and paved swales.
19.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 4718 Stringfellow Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 MoreLess Info
Maintained by the Fairfax County Parks Department, Poplar Tree Park is a public recreational complex filled with numerous sports fields available for use. Four baseball/softball fields, two soccer fields, and restroom facilities are among the amenities at the park.
19.9 Miles
71% 7 votes
Parks 603 Edmonston Drive, Rockville, MD MoreLess Info
Adjacent to both the Glenview Mansion and the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theater, Civic Center Park is spread over 153 acres with a large section of formal gardens. The park also offers outdoor fitness equipment, a nature trail, art in public spaces, a children's playground, and a wildlife sanctuary.
20.0 Miles
75% 8 votes
Horseback Riding 17620 Central Avenue, Bowie, MD 20716 MoreLess Info
Established in 2984, Loftmar Stables is an equine facility that has amenities including 27-acres of trails, a heated viewing room, a speaker system, and a barn. The farm provides a summer camp and is available for birthday parties.
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