Free & Cheap Things to Do in Kingston, NY

  • The list below includes 136 free or cheap things to do in or near Kingston, New York, including 80 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, History Museums, Children's Play Area and Family Fun Center.
  • From Forsyth Park to TR Gallo Waterfront Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Kingston and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Poughkeepsie, Hyde Park, Saugerties and New Paltz.
  • The list below includes 136 free or cheap things to do in or near Kingston, New York, including 80 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, History Museums, Children's Play Area and Family Fun Center.
  • From Forsyth Park to TR Gallo Waterfront Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Kingston and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Poughkeepsie, Hyde Park, Saugerties and New Paltz.
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Family-friendly museum houses subway cars & trams from around the world, as well as artifacts such as conductor caps, vintage tokens & more
1.6 Miles
86% 63 votes
National & State Parks Lucas Avenue, Kingston, NY MoreLess Info
Several amenities and facilties are located at Forsyth Park. Handball courts, tennis courts, and a nature center are major draws to the park with other side options being woodland trails, the Kinderland Playground, and the picnic area.
0.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
National & State Parks Broadway, Kingston, NY 12401 MoreLess Info
Amenities abound at the TR Gallo Waterfront Park. Activities include a maritime museum, cultural center, antique shops, cafes, boat docks and a stage for live summer concert series and stage plays.
1.7 Miles
- 1 votes
Beaches 53 Delaware Avenue, Kingston, NY 12401 MoreLess Info
Kingston, New York offers peaceful waterfront recreation at Kingston Point Beach. The small beach is home to a playground and picnic area, as well as a boat launch for those wanting to get out on the water.
0.9 Miles
- 1 votes
National & State Parks Wurts Street, Kingston, NY 12401 MoreLess Info
One of the city's richest and well-known citizens provided the name for Cornell Park as he lived adjacent to the area where it is located. The upper section has a veterans monument while the lower has areas for free play and relaxation.
1.2 Miles
91% 34 votes
Historic Sites 296 Fair Street, Kingston, NY 12401 MoreLess Info
A 2 story museum, the Senate House State Historic Site is the home of the states first Senate meeting. The museum offers guided tours, a collection of artwork and paintings, and artifacts pertaining to the formation of the government.
1.0 Miles
92% 24 votes
Lighthouses One Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY 12401 MoreLess Info
Part of the Hudson River Maritime Museum complex features the Rondout Lighthouse which was the first lighthouse at the entrance to Rondout Creek. Visitors must take a water vessel to the lighthouse though since there is no way to access the site by land.
1.3 Miles
85% 99 votes
Historic Districts Green and John Streets, Kingston, NY 12401 MoreLess Info
The site where the original 17th century village of Kingston stood, the Kingston Uptown Historic District is still home to around a dozen original limestone houses from the period. Walking tours of the district are available.
0.9 Miles
88% 8 votes
Visitor Centers 20 Broadway, Kingston, NY MoreLess Info
As one of only 16 designated urban parks, the Kingston Heritage Area Visitors Center sees a lot of tourism. The heritage center features many exhibits depicting local and state history, as well as re-enactments of major cultural events.
2.0 Miles
100% 25 votes
Kayaking 944 State Route 213, Kingston, NY 12401 MoreLess Info
A Day Away Kayak Rentals offers a variety of Hudson River boating excursions. They offer kayaks, canoes, paddle boards, and paddle boats for rent, and offer both tandem and single rates.
1.2 Miles
94% 18 votes
History Museums 266 Fair Street, Kingston, NY MoreLess Info
The Volunteer Fireman's Hall & Museum of Kingston chronicles the history of firefighting and the local firefighters in the area. Exhibits in the museum include an 1898 fire-truck, fire equipment, and other antiques.
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