Free & Cheap Things to Do in Suffolk, VA

  • The list below includes 111 free or cheap things to do in or near Suffolk, Virginia, including 77 different types of inexpensive activities like Nature & Wildlife Areas, Movie Theaters, Visitor Centers and Art Gallery.
  • From Bennett's Creek Park & Boat Landing to Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Suffolk and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth and Hampton.
  • The list below includes 111 free or cheap things to do in or near Suffolk, Virginia, including 77 different types of inexpensive activities like Nature & Wildlife Areas, Movie Theaters, Visitor Centers and Art Gallery.
  • From Bennett's Creek Park & Boat Landing to Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Suffolk and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth and Hampton.
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Tea-lovers may have a taste of finger sandwiches, sweets, and a pot of tea during an elegant Afternoon tea service
17.3 Miles
93% 174 votes
Movie Theaters 421 High Street, Portsmouth, VA 23704 MoreLess Info
Within the main auditorium of the Commodore Theater is a fine dining restaurant that allows guests to have a diner and movie experience in one place. The theater itself has been luxuriously restored and shows first-run movies.
17.3 Miles
78% 9 votes
Specialty Museums 16 Crawford Circle, Portsmouth, VA 23704 MoreLess Info
With tours of train cars, The Railroad Museum of Virginia is a fun place to visit. It includes many artifacts and railroad memorabilia such as a telephone, locomotive bell, headlight and photographs.
17.3 Miles
89% 18 votes
Music Venue 16 Crawford Circle, Portsmouth, VA 23704 MoreLess Info
Ntelos Wireless Pavilion is a small concert venue with a covered outdoor setting. The Pavilion hosts a variety of musical acts from various genres, and is located near the water, which allows for some nice views.
17.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Art Museum 400 High Street, Portsmouth, VA 23704 MoreLess Info
Housed within a former courthouse built in 1846, the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center is a large cultural center. Attractions include rotating art exhibits, a gallery shop, educational programs, and various special events.
17.4 Miles
91% 246 votes
Children's Museums 221 High Street, Portsmouth, VA 23704 MoreLess Info
Many arts and science exhibits that specifically target young people can be found at the Children's Museum of Virginia. Fun, play, and hands-on activities are integrated into all the exhibits that even includes a child-sized city with a grocery store, pet area, and fire engine.
17.4 Miles
71% 34 votes
Sports Museums 206 High Street, Portsmouth, VA MoreLess Info
The greatest legendary sports heroes of Virginia form the exhibits within the Virginia Sports Hall of Fame & Museum, which was established in 1966. Along with standard historic exhibits, there are activities where visitors can play sports and physical games.
17.5 Miles
90% 31 votes
Historic Sites Two High Street, Portsmouth, VA 23705 MoreLess Info
The oldest naval shipyard in America is preserved through the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum. The collection itself covers 250 years of history and maintains many historical uniforms, military artifacts, and ship models.
17.5 Miles
97% 35 votes
Art Gallery 1 High Street, Portsmouth, VA 23704 MoreLess Info
Filled with vintage nautical items, Skipjack Nautical Wares & Marine Gallery offers ships in a bottle, marine sculptures, artwork, and more. The shop has antique maritime items and navigation maps.
17.5 Miles
98% 121 votes
Parks 301 Jericho Road, Smithfield, VA 23430 MoreLess Info
Spread across 208 acres, the Windsor Castle Park serves as a riverside recreation area. There are several hiking trails and a mountain bike trail in addition to opportunities for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and picnicking.
17.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Art Gallery 1 High Street, Portsmouth, VA 23704 MoreLess Info
Located in Olde Town Portsmouth, VA, Riverview Gallery is an anchor for the area. The gallery features over 100 artists who specialize in everything from painting, drawing, and photography to woodwork, glass, and fiber.
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