Free & Cheap Things to Do in Amherst, NH

  • The list below includes 169 free or cheap things to do in or near Amherst, New Hampshire, including 104 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Tennis, Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From Joe English Reservation to Jasper Valley Swim & Tennis Club, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Amherst and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lowell, Manchester, Nashua and Concord.
  • The list below includes 169 free or cheap things to do in or near Amherst, New Hampshire, including 104 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Tennis, Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From Joe English Reservation to Jasper Valley Swim & Tennis Club, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Amherst and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lowell, Manchester, Nashua and Concord.
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80% 15 votes
Dog Park 99 Margaret Street, Arlington, MA 02474 MoreLess Info
Designed as a safe, fun place for dogs, Thorndike Field Dog Park provides ample space for running, jumping and playing. It also offers pet-friendly drinking fountains, obstacle courses and comfortable seating for pet owners.
40.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Historic Homes 17 Howard Street, Saugus, MA 1906 MoreLess Info
A National Historic Landmark, the Historic New England Boardman House gives visitors a glimpse of 17th and 18th century life. Built in 1692, and relatively unaltered in the last 200 years, the house is a study in Colonial architecture.
40.3 Miles
96% 84 votes
Historic Homes 149 Pine Street, Danvers, MA 1923 MoreLess Info
Named after a nurse who was sentenced to death during the Salem Witch Trials, Rebecca Nurse Homestead is a historic structure which dates back to 17th century and features a number of restored period furnishings.
40.3 Miles
95% 44 votes
Kayaking 455 Nahanton St., Newton, MA 02459 MoreLess Info
Charles River Canoe & Kayak offers canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and more boat types for rental. This full-service shop also carries new and used boat types for purchase, and free demos are offered. Shuttled river trips are an option, and group bookings are available.
40.3 Miles
100% 3 votes
Specialty Museums 40 Park Ave., Hampton, NH MoreLess Info
Celebrating the history and evolution of firefighting, the Seacoast Fire Museum makes a great field trip destination. The museum contains numerous artifacts and memorabilia including an antique fire hose and fire pumper.
40.3 Miles
100% 15 votes
History Museums 40 Park Ave., Hampton, NH MoreLess Info
Get a history lesson at Tuck Museum. Early American history is on display in the form of many exhibits including a 1950s beach cottage, a restored barn and a school house. Open Sunday, Wednesday and Friday, and tours are offered.
40.3 Miles
95% 37 votes
Rafting 2401 Commonwealth Avenue, Newton, MA 02466 MoreLess Info
Boating in Boston serves the Lakes District of the Charles River, and offers rentals of various kinds of watercraft, including canoes, kayaks, and stand up paddle boards. The facility also offers classes and tours.
40.3 Miles
80% 5 votes
Playgrounds 74 Summer Street, Medford, MA 02155 MoreLess Info
Situated on 3.6 acres, Barry Playground features one baseball field along with courts for basketball and tennis. The park provides trees, open grassy areas, paved walking paths, picnic tables, benches and a children's playground.
40.3 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks Fairbanks Rd & Cochituate Road, Framingham, MA 1701 MoreLess Info
Furber Park is a small grassy community park located in Framingham. The area features swings for children and a shaded pavilion for picnics, as well as a nearby pond and open grass area for sports play.
40.3 Miles
- 0 votes
Skating Rinks 1 Paramount Place, Watertown, MA 2472 MoreLess Info
Featuring an NHL regulation sized rink, John A. Ryan Skating Arena hosts public skating sessions for the community. The arena has amenities like heated seating stands, viewing rooms, and concession stands.
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