Free & Cheap Things to Do in Washington, DC

  • The list below includes 502 free or cheap things to do in or near Washington, D.C., including 119 different types of inexpensive activities like Monuments, History Museums, Art Museum and Bus Tours.
  • From National Mall to Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Washington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Arlington, Silver Spring, Bethesda and Reston.
  • The list below includes 502 free or cheap things to do in or near Washington, D.C., including 119 different types of inexpensive activities like Monuments, History Museums, Art Museum and Bus Tours.
  • From National Mall to Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Washington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Arlington, Silver Spring, Bethesda and Reston.
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The Bead Studio 4501 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, DC MoreLess Info
Instructors with impressive portfolios teach various beading techniques to students, including vintage-inspired jewelry and wiring
29.6 Miles
98% 42 votes
History Museums 84 Franklin St., Annapolis, MD MoreLess Info
Get a history lesson at Banneker-Douglas Museum, the State of Maryland's official museum of African-American heritage. Exhibits, programs and projects help paint a picture of this rich cultural heritage. Admission is free.
29.7 Miles
90% 386 votes
Landmarks 91 State Circle, Annapolis, MD 21401 MoreLess Info
Built in 1772, Maryland State House is the oldest operating state capitol in the country and features the largest wooden dome built in America without the use of nails. Guided tours of the capitol and the surrounding gardens are available.
29.7 Miles
80% 245 votes
Music Venue 33 West Street, Annapolis, MD 21401 MoreLess Info
Rams Head Tavern at Annapolis is a local bar which offers a range of dining options and beer on tap coupled with live music and entertainment.
29.7 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks 7769 Freetown Road, Glen Burnie, MD 21060 MoreLess Info
Freetown Park is a public park location offering a large number of amenities for its visitors to enjoy. These amenities include a baseball field, a basketball court, a playground structure, and a walking trail.
29.8 Miles
96% 49 votes
Colleges & Universities 60 College Ave., Annapolis, MD 21401 MoreLess Info
Undergraduate and graduate programs are offered at St. John's College, located in Annapolis. The on-campus library provides a quiet place for students to read and study. Programs and events are held year round.
29.9 Miles
94% 84 votes
Historic Homes 19 Maryland Ave., Annapolis, MD 21401 MoreLess Info
Arts and architecture of the 18th century is on display at Hammond-Harwood House. Take a tour to see exhibits like a gentlemen's study. Colonial guides are on hand to provide a more detailed account of the displays.
29.9 Miles
84% 171 votes
Gardens 186 Prince George St., Annapolis, MD MoreLess Info
Visitors to the William Paca Garden can enjoy serenity and beauty with a 45-minute tour, offered daily (fee applies). The two-acre garden is located at the Paca House, a restored 18th-century mansion reflecting the English country villas of the time.
29.9 Miles
88% 187 votes
National & State Parks 8020 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21043 MoreLess Info
Patapsco Valley State Park offers guests the opportunity to go hiking, fishing, camping, canoeing, horseback riding, and cycling. Visitors may also go hunting at this site, which features an 'OPERATION: CAMPOUT!' program.
29.9 Miles
100% 17 votes
Cemeteries Quantico, VA MoreLess Info
Quantico National Cemetery, located in Triangle, Virginia, is reserved for veterans of the United States Armed Forces. Established in 1983, it houses seven memorials over 725 acres. Among the notable burials is Captain Frederick C. Branch, the first African-American officer of the Marine Corps.
29.9 Miles
- 1 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 106 Bloomsbury Avenue, Catonsville, MD 21228 MoreLess Info
Featuring an indoor basketball court, Bloomsbury Community Center is a recreational complex that offers facilities for physical activity. The center also hosts a weekly farmers market where visitors can purchase fresh meat and produce from local vendors.
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