- 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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Many permanent exhibits are housed at the Science Museum of Virginia, focusing on different areas of science like space, the human body, animals, and the environment. Live science demonstrations are also performed daily in addition to IMAX films.
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Agecroft Hall is located along the rolling banks of the James River. It is an authentic 16th century English manor house that was taken apart, shipped across the Atlantic, and then rebuilt in Virginia during the 1920s.
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Encompassing the entire history of the state of Virginia, the 180-year-old Virginia Historical Society houses a wide collection of books, sheet music, maps, and personal items to illustrate the story of Virginia's past and present.
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One of the most comprehensive art museums in the United States is the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. There are roughly four full acres of gallery space and a 13-acre sculpture garden while guests can follow walking tours that are included with the price of admission.
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A scenic and historical tour of Virginia Union University’s campus is for all visitors, not only prospective students. The old buildings and rich stories about the campus and university are offered by walking tour.
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Spanning a total of 287 acres, Byrd Park is a large public park area that offers a number of amenities for visitors to enjoy. These amenities include numerous sports fields, playground areas, and boat rentals on the nearby Fountain Lake.
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9200 Stony Point Parkway, Suite 101, Richmond, VA 23235
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Rather than a general movie theater open to the entire public, Cinebistro at Stony Point Fashion Park only allows those over 21 years old to be admitted. The cinema presents first run films, has a chef-created full menu, extensive wine menu, and premium cocktails.
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110 1/2 E. Leigh Street, Richmond, VA 23219
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Visitors to the Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site can take free guided tours of an exhibit hall and her preserved home. The entire site including neighbor's homes covers about a quarter of a city block.
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Several attractions are held in the single site known as Maymont. The original Maymont mansion is open for viewing with period furnishings, and the attraction also features extensive gardens, a children's farm, and a wildlife center.