Free & Cheap Things to Do in Amherst, MA

  • The list below includes 115 free or cheap things to do in or near Amherst, Massachusetts, including 88 different types of inexpensive activities like Specialty Museums, Movie Theaters, Colleges & Universities and Art Museum.
  • From Amherst College to Metacomet-Monadnock Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Amherst and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Springfield, Holyoke, Northampton and Shelburne Falls.
  • The list below includes 115 free or cheap things to do in or near Amherst, Massachusetts, including 88 different types of inexpensive activities like Specialty Museums, Movie Theaters, Colleges & Universities and Art Museum.
  • From Amherst College to Metacomet-Monadnock Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Amherst and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Springfield, Holyoke, Northampton and Shelburne Falls.
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16.8 Miles
71% 14 votes
Historic Sites Greenfield, MA MoreLess Info
Return to a different time with Old Greenfield Village. Hear the horses clopping around, blacksmith's hammering away, and experience penny candy in the village where every detail has been labored over.
16.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Skating Rinks 41 Barr Avenue, Greenfield, MA 1301 MoreLess Info
Greenfield's Collins/Moylan Skating Arena is a public skating arena operated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It offers skating lessons for skaters of all ages and experience levels, and hosts hockey lessons, as well.
17.3 Miles
67% 3 votes
Playgrounds Wilbraham Road, Springfield, MA 01109 MoreLess Info
Part of Adams Park, Adams Playground is a small area with swings, slides, a play structure and a spray pad. The park area has a full basketball court, benches under shade trees and open, grass fields for playing.
17.4 Miles
100% 3 votes
Billiards/Pool Halls 885 Riverdale Street, West Springfield, MA MoreLess Info
Locally owned, Q Pin 2's is a billiards parlor that offers open play and also hosts tournaments and a variety of leagues. The establishment also serves a variety of food and drink options.
17.5 Miles
75% 4 votes
Movie Theaters 864 Riverdale Road, West Springfield, MA 01089 MoreLess Info
Playing the latest feature film titles on fifteen screens, Cinemark West Springfield 15 is a popular attraction for locals and visitors in West Springfield. The theatre features state of the art surround sound and a full service concession stand.
18.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Canoeing 20 W Street, Springfield, MA 1104 MoreLess Info
Meeting at North Riverfront Park, Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club provides visitors with opportunities for rowing, dragon boating, and bicycling. The club hosts an annual dragon boat festival where visitors can watch or participate in three 200 meter races.
18.1 Miles
92% 167 votes
Historic Sites One Armory Square, Springfield, MA 01105 MoreLess Info
Springfield Armory National Historic Site initially operated as a major manufacturer of weapons till 1968 and was later converted into a historic site which features the largest collection of antique American firearms in the world.
18.3 Miles
86% 298 votes
Science Museums 220 State St., Springfield, MA 01103 MoreLess Info
Springfield Science Museum, initially known as the Springfield Ethnological and Natural History Museum, houses a range of natural and physical science exhibits coupled with scientific and astronomical displays. The oldest American-built planetarium is also a part of the museum.
18.3 Miles
87% 15 votes
Colleges & Universities 263 Alden St., Springfield, MA 01109 MoreLess Info
Springfield College is an private and independent educational institution and learning complex. Home to approximately 5,000 students, the college offers a variety of subjects including physical education and scientific study.
18.5 Miles
85% 280 votes
Gardens 220 State Street, Springfield, MA MoreLess Info
Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden was built in the honor of the famous illustrator and author, Theodor Seuss Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss. The garden features multiple statues of Dr. Seuss's characters such as the Lorax, the Grinch, Yertle the Turtle and more.
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