Free & Cheap Things to Do in Boston, MA

  • The list below includes 650 free or cheap things to do in or near Boston, Massachusetts, including 112 different types of inexpensive activities like Neighborhoods, Shopping Districts, Music Venue and Art Museum.
  • From Boston Public Garden to North End, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Boston and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lowell, Cambridge, Salem and Beverly.
  • The list below includes 650 free or cheap things to do in or near Boston, Massachusetts, including 112 different types of inexpensive activities like Neighborhoods, Shopping Districts, Music Venue and Art Museum.
  • From Boston Public Garden to North End, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Boston and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lowell, Cambridge, Salem and Beverly.
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90% 220 votes
Art Museum 485 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138 MoreLess Info
There are three different institutions that comprise the Harvard Art Museums, which are considered to be some of the top art museums in the world. The three museums are the Fogg, Arthur M. Sackler, and Busch-Reisinger which are combined with four research centers for students, scholars, and visitors.
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50% 4 votes
Restaurants 1238 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02138 MoreLess Info
The Hong Kong is a Chinese restaurant and bar that is located in Harvard Square. Adjacent to Harvard Yard, the restaurant was established in 1954, and attracts students and tourists alike.
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95% 116 votes
Comedy Clubs 1236 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02138 MoreLess Info
The Comedy Studio of Cambridge features a full food and drink menu and a different show every night of the week. Boasting an eclectic troupe ranging from deadpan to outrageous and everything in-between, each night is sure to entertain and tickle the funny bone.
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80% 5 votes
Skating Rinks 570 Somerville Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143 MoreLess Info
For a peaceful and quiet skate on well-kept ice visitors check out Veterans Memorial Rink. The rink consists of one big rink and a separate smaller rink and offers open skate, hockey leagues, and skate lessons.
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90% 1657 votes
Colleges & Universities 1350 Massachusetts ave, Cambridge, MA 02138 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1636, Harvard University is the country's oldest and one of the most prestigious institutions of higher learning. Harvard Yard, which is the university's historic center, contains many attractions including the statue of John Harvard, the Memorial Church and more.
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87% 85 votes
Specialty Museums Harvard University, Cambridge, MA 02138 MoreLess Info
Run by Harvard University, the Peabody Museum has some of the best collects of human history. See huge Native American totem poles, legacy of canoes, the art of wars throughout the ages, and tools used by our developing ancestors among many other things.
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65% 17 votes
Dog Park 575 Brookline Avenue, Brookline, MA 02445 MoreLess Info
Managed by the parks and recreation department, Brookline Avenue Playground includes a variety of amenities, including an off leash dog park, baseball and softball fields, a playground, picnic facilities, and a network of hiking trails.
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100% 5 votes
Playgrounds St Paul Street, Brookline, MA 02446 MoreLess Info
At Minot Playground & Rose Garden, visitors can walk through a garden that features over 320 varieties of roses. The garden hosts gardening classes that teach the basics of pruning, planting, watering, and more.
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100% 2 votes
Swimming Pool 184 Carter Street, Chelsea, MA 02150 MoreLess Info
Visitors can cool off during Chelsea's warm summer months by taking a dip in the Vietnam Veterans Pool. The community pool features showers, restrooms and changing areas, on site lifeguards and complimentary parking.
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100% 1 votes
Fishing 90 Main Street, Everett, MA 2149 MoreLess Info
Fishing Finatics is the bait and tackle store operated by Pete Santini, the designer of a proprietary lure sold only here. In addition to offering tackle advice to anglers of all abilities, they also book regular charters as well.
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