- The list below includes 660 free or cheap things to do in or near Cambridge, Massachusetts, including 111 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Bike Paths, Colleges & Universities and Specialty Museums.
- From Mt. Auburn Cemetery to Charles River, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Cambridge and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boston, Lowell, Salem and Beverly.
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The site of one of the most notable literary works in our country, the Thoreau House, inspired Henry Thoreau to write Walden. The small cabin in the woods is a quaint space with only the necessities, including a cot, fireplace, and a writing table.
12.6 Miles
For a miniature golf adventure with a patriotic motif, Golf On the Village Green is both fun and educational. The Freedom Trail themed holes have signs containing historical information and the obstacle buildings and statues are colonial replicas.
12.7 Miles
Stodder's Neck is an off-leash dog park that offers a safe space for dogs to run and socialize with each other. The park features benches and picnic tables, as well as equipment to clean up after your pet.
12.8 Miles
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786 Washington Street, Braintree, MA 02184
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Once home of the former superintendent of West Point, General Sylvanus Thayer Birthplace offers a small, historical house where he was born. The home was built in the Colonial era of the United States and shows artifacts from that era.
12.8 Miles
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28 votes
25 Shipyard Drive, Hingham, MA 02043
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Offering first-run feature films, Patriot Cinemas at the Hingham Shipyard features six auditoriums with stadium seating. The theater provides a room for birthday parties as well as a concession area with food and drinks.
12.9 Miles
Orchard House is the historic home of the famous author Louisa May Alcott as well as the setting of her novel, 'Little Women'.
12.9 Miles
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399 Lexington Road, Concord, MA 01742
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As the former home of the author of the famous literary work, Little Women, Louisa May Alcott's Orchard House offers guided tours of the historic home by reservation only. During the tour, visitors can learn about the author's life.
12.9 Miles
The Sunset Bay Marina is a public marina that features 150 slips that can accommodate yachts that span up to 52-feet in length. The marina also has an in-house gas and diesel engine repair service.
13.0 Miles
Peabody Historical Society is a center for the preservation, study and enjoyment of Peabody's cultural heritage. The Society maintains eight historic properties, an extensive library and archives and a large collection of china, textiles, furniture and fine/ decorative arts.