Free & Cheap Things to Do in Essex, MD

  • The list below includes 251 free or cheap things to do in or near Essex, Maryland, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Marinas, History Museums, Beaches and Parks.
  • From Rocky Point Beach to Markley's Marina, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Essex and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Annapolis, Columbia and Pasadena.
  • The list below includes 251 free or cheap things to do in or near Essex, Maryland, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Marinas, History Museums, Beaches and Parks.
  • From Rocky Point Beach to Markley's Marina, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Essex and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Annapolis, Columbia and Pasadena.
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40.4 Miles
30% 10 votes
Parks Delaware Avenue, Elkton, MD MoreLess Info
West Meadow Park has three playgrounds, a rock climbing wall, and two toddler areas. The park also has a one-mile jogging path, a soccer field, and a sand volleyball court.
40.4 Miles
72% 29 votes
Mini Golf 9116 Gaither Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 MoreLess Info
An indoor miniature golf course, Monster Mini Golf features classic movie monster-themed decorations and exciting laser lighting. The facility also has party rooms for rent, and an arcade with an array of video games.
40.4 Miles
57% 7 votes
Children's Play Area Potomac Woods Plaza, 1071 Seven Locks Road, Potomac, MD 20854 MoreLess Info
Hosting birthday parties for children, The Little Gym of Potomac, MD offers activities from tumbling to parachute games with a trained instructor. The gym provides pizza, ice cream, and cake for the party.
40.4 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks Elm Street, Bethesda, MD 20814 MoreLess Info
Spanning a total of just over 2 acres, Elm Street Park is a small urban park offering guests a number of amenities. These include a playground area, picnic tables, and a unique 'Girl with Hoop' statue by artist Jenny Read.
40.5 Miles
Batting Cages 390 East Pulaski Highway, Elkton, MD 21921 MoreLess Info
A sports practice and training complex, Elkton Golf & Batting Center offers various amenities including a miniature golf course with 18 holes, a driving range, and eight batting cages with baseball and softball pitching machines.
40.5 Miles
42% 52 votes
Bowling 15720 Shady Grove Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 MoreLess Info
300 Shady Grove is a bowling alley and indoor entertainment complex that features a variety of amusements. The alley has open bowling as well as league and tournament play, cosmic bowling, games, including laser tag, and a restaurant and bar.
40.5 Miles
17% 12 votes
Bowling 15720 Shady Grove Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 MoreLess Info
The bowling alley, Bowlmor Rockville, is a family friendly alley that features a video game arcade, miniature golf, alcoholic beverages, and laser tag. The facility also has a ropes course and bocce ball.
40.5 Miles
79% 2882 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 3000 Block of Connecticut Avenue, Washington, DC 20008 MoreLess Info
The National Zoological Park is a zoo containing 4,000 animals and 500 different species that offers three different guided tours and a separate elephant-themed tour. There are several dining options throughout the zoo.
40.6 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks E. Main St., Elkton, MD MoreLess Info
Also known as John P. Stanley Memorial Park, East Meadows Park offers numerous amenities and activities for both youth and adults to enjoy. This includes basketball, volleyball and tennis courts, as well as walking trails, soccer fields and a playground.
40.6 Miles
88% 43 votes
Monuments Washington, DC MoreLess Info
The National Japanese American Memorial is dedicated to Japanese-Americans who fought in World War II and those who were sent to internment camps. The location features two Japanese cranes standing on a tall pedestal.
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