Free & Cheap Things to Do in Potomac, MD

  • The list below includes 480 free or cheap things to do in or near Potomac, Maryland, including 120 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Parks, Tennis and Swimming Pool.
  • From Billy Goat Trail to Great Falls: Billy Goat Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Potomac and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
  • The list below includes 480 free or cheap things to do in or near Potomac, Maryland, including 120 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Parks, Tennis and Swimming Pool.
  • From Billy Goat Trail to Great Falls: Billy Goat Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Potomac and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
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13.9 Miles
91% 307 votes
Airfields George Washington Parkway, Arlington, VA 22202 MoreLess Info
Guests to Gravelly Point Park are able to have great views for planespotting as planes from the Reagan Airport take off and land over the park area. There are also park-related activities like picnicking, biking, and running.
13.9 Miles
88% 222 votes
Monuments Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA 22201 MoreLess Info
The Arlington National Cemetery houses the Women in Military Service for America Memorial. The site is meant to be a living memorial that honors past, present, and future servicewomen who serve in or with the United States Armed Forces in all conflicts, beginning with the American Revolution.
13.9 Miles
71% 34 votes
Ice Skating 21595 Smiths Switch Rd., Ashburn, VA 20147 MoreLess Info
Featuring a large indoor ice rink, the Ashburn Ice House has many ice skating related activities. Guests can learn to skate, play hockey, figure skate, or simply participate in the open public skating sessions.
13.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Swimming Pool 3545 Marlbrough Way, College Park, MD 20740 MoreLess Info
College Park Woods Pool has dedicated areas for every type of swimmer: Six lap lanes, 25m long, 1m Diving boards, 3ft Shallow area, poolside lounge chairs, a separate shaded Infant and Toddler Wading pool, a clubhouse and changing rooms.
13.9 Miles
85% 13 votes
Recreation Centers 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale, VA 22003 MoreLess Info
A multi-purpose facility, the Wakefield Park Recreation Center offers both indoor and outdoor activities. Along with an indoor pool, it is further equipped with a gymnasium, fitness and other activity rooms. Outdoors there are athletic fields, tennis and basketball courts.
13.9 Miles
50% 2 votes
Skate Parks 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale, VA 22003 MoreLess Info
Filled with ramps, rails, and quarter pipes, Wakefield Skate Park offers visitors the opportunity to skateboard, roller skate, or bike in an outdoor course. The park hosts several weekly classes and summer camps for kids of all skill levels.
14.1 Miles
73% 15 votes
Parks 4401 W Braddock Road, Alexandria, VA 22304 MoreLess Info
The 45-acre Fort Ward Park was once an important Civil War site, and today features a museum and hosts historical reenactments. The park features sheltered and unsheltered picnic areas, soccer fields, a playground, paved loop and an amphitheater.
14.2 Miles
33% 6 votes
Historic Sites 3650 Historic Sully Way, Chantilly, VA 20151 MoreLess Info
As a significant site for the early settlers of the region, Sully Historic Site consists of a main house, visitor center, and other historical buildings. Visitors can take a group tour of the main house with a guide.
14.2 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 7299 Wilburdale Drive, Annandale, VA 22003 MoreLess Info
Located on eight acres, Wilburdale Park is situated on heavily wooded terrain that contains the northern end of Backlick Run. The park offers a children's playground, park benches, picnic areas, basketball courts and a baseball field.
14.3 Miles
88% 49 votes
Historic Sites 4301 West Braddock Road, Alexandria, VA 22304 MoreLess Info
Built to protect the area during the Civil War in the mid-1800s, Fort Ward Museum & Park now interprets the history of the period through exhibits, tours, interpretive programs and living history activities.
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