Free & Cheap Things to Do in Chester, PA

  • The list below includes 242 free or cheap things to do in or near Chester, Pennsylvania, including 106 different types of inexpensive activities like Other Entertainment, Sports Stadiums (Professional), Movie Theaters and Parks.
  • From PPL Park to Harrah's Casino, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chester and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Philadelphia, Wilmington, Newark and West Chester.
  • The list below includes 242 free or cheap things to do in or near Chester, Pennsylvania, including 106 different types of inexpensive activities like Other Entertainment, Sports Stadiums (Professional), Movie Theaters and Parks.
  • From PPL Park to Harrah's Casino, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chester and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Philadelphia, Wilmington, Newark and West Chester.
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12.4 Miles
77% 193 votes
Piers & Boardwalks Riverfront on Christiana River, Wilmington, DE MoreLess Info
Wilmington Riverwalk is a 1,3 mile-long riverwalk, where the visitor can relax and enjoy the sight of the many species of plants guarding the trail. Birdhouses are all over the place. The Hare pavilion can accommodate 300 people.
12.4 Miles
78% 45 votes
Parks Benjamin Franklin Parkway at 19th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103 MoreLess Info
Located in the middle of the city, Logan Circle provides a serene heart to a bustling city. The circle contains parks, a beautiful fountain that is one of the sites main attractions, soft grass, and an array of flowers to enjoy.
12.4 Miles
52% 609 votes
Parks John F. Kennedy Blvd and North 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102 MoreLess Info
Named after the sculpture that sits at its center, Love Park is a plaza with a fountain nestled between high rise buildings. The plaza is often visited by local food trucks.
12.4 Miles
90% 915 votes
Specialty Museums Franklin Parkway at 22nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19101 MoreLess Info
There are approximately 124 sculptures within the Rodin Museum including the famous piece known as 'The Thinker.' This museum is considered to be home to the greatest collection of Rodin outside of Paris itself.
12.5 Miles
88% 17 votes
Scenic Walks Water Street, Wilmington, DE MoreLess Info
Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park hosts numerous events like festivals on its wide grounds and also attracts visitors on a daily basis who enjoy strolling by gardens and resting on benches. The boardwalk is popular with joggers.
12.6 Miles
Known for its huge collection of Pre-Raphaelite art, the Delaware Art Museum is a private institution in Wilmington, Delaware. Parking is always free, and the price of admission covers all galleries and buildings on the museum campus.
12.6 Miles
94% 3644 votes
Historic Prisons 2124 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19130 MoreLess Info
When the Eastern State Penitentiary was built in 1829 it was the largest and most expensive public structure ever built, and served as a model to over 300 other prisons of how to reform prisoners instead of punish them. Visitors can take a one-hour tour.
12.6 Miles
40% 219 votes
Restaurants 1131 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19107 MoreLess Info
The Hard Rock Café in Philadelphia offers fun, food, and music for the whole family. A themed menu, music memorabilia, and live entertainment from bands and the wait staff all make Hard Rock one of the biggest restaurant attractions in the city.
12.6 Miles
The Christian C. Sanderson Museum documents the history of the Chadds Ford area. Exhibits cover artists including N.C. Wyeth, artifacts from the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, and both world wars.
12.6 Miles
100% 14 votes
Botanical Gardens 786 Church Road, Wayne, PA 19087 MoreLess Info
The Chanticleer Foundation sponsors and maintains the Chanticleer Garden, which is an extensive pleasure garden open to the public. The garden is a triumph of careful design, balancing shrubs with flowers, and rife with sculpture and design elements.
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