- The list below includes 431 free or cheap things to do in or near Springfield, Virginia, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Swimming Pool, Art Gallery, Parks and Trampoline Parks.
- From Hidden Pond Nature Center to South Run Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Springfield and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
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The Lyceum is essentially a history museum that was founded in 1839 by a group calling themselves the Alexandria Lyceum in conjunction with the Alexandria Library Company. Local history collections, school programs, concerts, and lectures are offered within the museum.
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Views of the Potomac and Washington DC monuments are some of the biggest pulls for the Mount Vernon Trail. It is a multi-use recreational trail that runs for nearly 18 miles along the shoreline of the river.
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Located along the Occoquan River, Occoquan Regional Park provides access for fishing and boating as well as trails along the river and in wooded areas. The park's 400 acres includes open green space, sports facilities and picnic areas.
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The Gadsby's Tavern Museum is actually composed of two 18th century buildings that famous historical figures like George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams enjoyed. The museum teaches guests about life during this era with special programming for both very young and older children.
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3200 George Washington Parkway, Mount Vernon, VA 22121
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Open year round, George Washington's Mount Vernon gives visitors a peek into the life of the nation's first president. The estate includes Washington's tomb, the Mansion, a plantation and gardens, plus over a dozen original structures. Pick up a souvenir at the gift shop.
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The 18th century Palladian-style building known as Carlyle House offers daily tours of the house to explore the life of John Carlyle in pre-Revolutionary Virginia. Special programs for children, events, exhibits, and lectures are held throughout the year.
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105-107 S. Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA
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Operating as a family apothecary business from 1792 to 1933, the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum still houses some of the original ingredients, papers and products used during the time for customers including Robert E. Lee and the Washingtons.
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Spanning a total of four acres, Quincy Park is a public park that offers a number of amenities for visitors to enjoy. These amenities include six tennis courts, a volleyball court, a basketball court, and numerous picnic areas.
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10406 Gunston Road, Lorton, VA 22079
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Featuring 13.4 miles of hiking trails, the Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area is a recreational area popular among nature enthusiasts. The area also offers seven miles of horseback riding trails as well as over 800 acres of forest area.
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Receiving roughly 500,000 visitors each year, the Torpedo Factory Art Center serves as one of the largest art havens in the county with 82 studios, six galleries, and two workshops. The institute also has art classes through The Art League School and an on-site cafe.