- The list below includes 580 free or cheap things to do in or near Newark, New Jersey, including 121 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Parks, Recreation Centers and Movie Theaters.
- From Newark Public Library to Military Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Newark and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Staten Island, Queens and Brooklyn.
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17.6 Miles
48%
40 votes
Avery Ave & 131 Street, Flushing, NY 11368
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Part of the New York City Park System, Flushing Meadows Corona Park Pool features both an indoor pool and an indoor hockey rink. The pool is Olympic sized, and offers lap swimming all day.
17.7 Miles
95%
269 votes
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Wave Hill
West 249th Street and Independence Avenue, Bronx, NY 10471
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Covering 28 acres and being recognized as Bronx's cultural center, the Wave Hill has plenty of gardens and greenhouses in which the visitor could stroll. The shop sells hand-crafted gifts, and it also has a cafe. In here can be organized private events, such as weddings.
17.8 Miles
Never Enuff Fishing is a private fishing charter company that takes trips on the Long Island Sound. Fish that can be caught on the trips include striped bass, sea bass, flounder, blackfish, fluke, and bluefish.
17.8 Miles
51%
124 votes
2855 Ulmer Street, Flushing, NY 11354
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The College Point Multiplex Cinema is a movie theater that offers Sony 4K Projectors, a food court, and Digital Cinema on every screen. The theater also has party facilities and assistive listening devices for handicapped moviegoers.
17.9 Miles
A 48-lane bowling center, Whitestone Lanes offers open and league bowling along with private party and event hosting. The center provides a pro shop, a full bar, flat-screen televisions and a snack bar with food and drinks.
18.0 Miles
Built in 1862 and being 2 stories high, the Flushing Town Hall is the home of the Council on Culture and Arts. Exhibition and public events, such as jazz concerts, are held in here. It is included in the National Register of Historic Places.
18.0 Miles
A part of the larger Gateway National Recreation Area, Breezy Point Tip features a pristine and scenic beach that offers fishing for striped bass, flounder, and blue fish. It is also a prime bird watching spot.
18.1 Miles
The Queens Botanical Garden is spread on 39 acres and features 28 separate gardens, such as the Children's Garden, the Arboretum, the Rose Garden, and the Wedding Garden. It has its own visitor's center.
18.1 Miles
The Bronx's oldest private dwelling, the Van Cortlandt House was once home to a large wheat plantation. The house is well-preserved and features period furniture, and the surrounding park offers hiking trails and scenic views.
18.1 Miles
Featuring wooden lanes, Van Nest Lanes offers visitors the opportunity to participate in recreational or league bowling. The bowling alley has been used as a filming location for movies like Men In Black 3.