Free & Cheap Things to Do in Alexandria, VA

  • The list below includes 446 free or cheap things to do in or near Alexandria, Virginia, including 117 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Historic Homes, Historic Sites and Bowling.
  • From Alexandria National Cemetery to Old Town Waterfront, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Alexandria and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
  • The list below includes 446 free or cheap things to do in or near Alexandria, Virginia, including 117 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Historic Homes, Historic Sites and Bowling.
  • From Alexandria National Cemetery to Old Town Waterfront, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Alexandria and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
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Bella Napoli Italian Restaurant 1310 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA MoreLess Info
Cooks prepare classic Italian favorites, such as fettucine alfredo and mussels marina, alongside desserts such as tiramisu
13.9 Miles
81% 27 votes
History Museums 10209 Main St., Fairfax, VA 22030 MoreLess Info
The Fairfax Museum is located within the Visitor's Center for the city. The building itself is a historical site since it was formerly the Elementary School that was built in 1873, and the museum collection features exhibitions about the city's history.
13.9 Miles
14% 7 votes
Bowling 11920 Acton Lane, Waldorf, MD 20601 MoreLess Info
A traditional bowling center with 32 lanes, AMF Waldorf Lanes offers open and league bowling with an on-site pro shop. The center also provides a snack bar with food and drinks, arcade games and a bar with televisions.
13.9 Miles
75% 4 votes
Parks 3720 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA 22030 MoreLess Info
A 20 acre city park, Van Dyck Park features a variety of amenities. In addition to a large open field, the park has a lighted basketball court, a picnic pavilion, four tennis courts, three sand volleyball courts, and a trail.
14.1 Miles
Owned and operated by George Mason University, the Center for the Arts serves the entire community as well as students of the university. Plays, dance performances, concerts, and shows of the Virginia Opera Company are regularly held.
14.1 Miles
75% 8 votes
Skating Rinks 3033 Waldorf Market Pl, Waldorf, MD 20603 MoreLess Info
As an indoor ice rink, Capital Clubhouse offers freestyle skating sessions to the public, as well as stick and puck sessions for hockey players. The clubhouse also has a 30 foot tall climbing wall that children can climb.
14.2 Miles
60% 121 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) 4500 Patriot Circle, Fairfax, VA 22030 MoreLess Info
A venue largely for sports, the Patriot Center is the community space for locals to enjoy basketball and hockey. The space is also used for entertainment, large groups, and concert venues.
14.2 Miles
89% 9 votes
Science Museums 2500 Linden Ln, Silver Spring, MD 20910 MoreLess Info
At the National Museum of Health & Medicine, visitors can study both on-site and virtual exhibits. The location contains historical, anatomical, and neuroanatomical collections as well as a historical archive and a human development anatomy center.
14.3 Miles
49% 49 votes
Movie Theaters 11115 Mall Circle, Waldorf, MD 20601 MoreLess Info
A cinema multiplex with nine theaters, the AMC St. Charles Town Center 9 shows first-run Hollywood films. The theater's amenities include plush reclining seats and an expanded concessions menu that includes pizza and nachos.
14.3 Miles
86% 21 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) Terrapin Trl, College Park, MD 20741 MoreLess Info
Featuring seating for nearly 18,000 spectators, the Comcast Center is a sports arena that is the home of the Maryland Terrapins. Numerous sporting events are hosted here, including men's and women's basketball, volleyball, gymnastics, and wrestling.
14.3 Miles
80% 5 votes
Walking Trails 9500 Brunett Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20901 MoreLess Info
The Rock Creek Trails is an 18.6-mile surface that is suitable for hiking, biking, or rollerblading. The location offers scenic views for those hikers who are also seeking photo opportunities.
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