Free & Cheap Things to Do in Glen Allen, VA

  • The list below includes 68 free or cheap things to do in or near Glen Allen, Virginia, including 55 different types of inexpensive activities like Farms & Ranches, Bowling, Trampoline Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen to Lavender Fields Herb Farm, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Glen Allen and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Richmond, Midlothian, Mechanicsville and Virginia.
  • The list below includes 68 free or cheap things to do in or near Glen Allen, Virginia, including 55 different types of inexpensive activities like Farms & Ranches, Bowling, Trampoline Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen to Lavender Fields Herb Farm, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Glen Allen and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Richmond, Midlothian, Mechanicsville and Virginia.
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44.1 Miles
83% 29 votes
History Museums 907 Princess Anne St, Fredericksburg, VA MoreLess Info
Focused on civilian life during the Civil War era, Fredericksburg Area Museum & Cultural Center houses documents, artifacts and artwork from the local area in seven permanent exhibits, alongside special events like Second Saturdays, dedicated to interactive activities for all ages..
44.2 Miles
91% 139 votes
Specialty Shops 1020 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 MoreLess Info
The Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop preserves the medical treatments provided during the 18th century in a small museum. The history of local medicine, pharmacy, military endeavors, and political affairs are covered.
44.2 Miles
91% 128 votes
Historic Homes 1200 Charles St, Fredericksburg, VA MoreLess Info
The white, elegant Mary Washington House was purchased by George Washington for his mother. It now holds a museum with several personal items that Mary Washington owned and a fully landscaped garden.
44.3 Miles
95% 169 votes
Historic Sites 1304 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 MoreLess Info
The Rising Sun Tavern was originally built by George Washington's younger brother. It is currently being used as a museum that teaches about life in an 18th century tavern with costumed actors to tell stories of those who stayed at the site.
44.4 Miles
- 6 votes
Movie Theaters Southpoint Showplace, 5800 Southpoint Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA 22407 MoreLess Info
Marquee Cinemas is a movie theater that offers auditorium rentals for special occasions including birthday parties, church services, and school field trips. The theater provides concessions and shows movies using 3D technology.
44.5 Miles
93% 337 votes
Battlefields 120 Chatham Lane, Fredericksburg, VA MoreLess Info
The battle climax of the Civil War took place in the regions covered by the Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park. Visitors can learn about the war and the specific battles of the area through the park's museum and by walking across the battlefields themselves.
44.5 Miles
91% 215 votes
Historic Sites 120 Chatham Lane, Fredericksburg, VA 22405 MoreLess Info
The spacious Georgia mansion and grounds, Chatham Manor, is a slice of Virginia history. The manor was home to many important and famous people throughout history and rooms are dedicated to preserving their memory.
45.0 Miles
84% 25 votes
Parks 2410 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA MoreLess Info
Old Mill Park is a riverside park offering a variety of recreational amenities. The park's main attraction is several soccer fields. The park also offers picnic areas and open fields.
45.3 Miles
92% 305 votes
Battlefields 9001 Plank Road, Fredericksburg, VA MoreLess Info
Several sites are contained at Battlefield Fredericksburg including a house built in 1836, the Fredericksburg National Cemetery, the Howison's Hill cannon rifle area. Walking tours are offered throughout the park, but guests can also drive from location to location in the area.
45.5 Miles
96% 134 votes
Architectural Buildings 224 Washington St, Fredericksburg, VA 22405 MoreLess Info
Guests to the Gari Melchers Home & Studio at Belmont are able to view both a historic site and art exhibits. The general tour is included with admission and begins with a short film that leads into a guided tour of the museum before transitioning into the galleries.
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