Free & Cheap Things to Do in Annapolis, MD

  • The list below includes 253 free or cheap things to do in or near Annapolis, Maryland, including 111 different types of inexpensive activities like Colleges & Universities, National & State Parks, Parks and Landmarks.
  • From U.S. Naval Academy to Quiet Waters Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Annapolis and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Laurel, Pasadena and Glen Burnie.
  • The list below includes 253 free or cheap things to do in or near Annapolis, Maryland, including 111 different types of inexpensive activities like Colleges & Universities, National & State Parks, Parks and Landmarks.
  • From U.S. Naval Academy to Quiet Waters Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Annapolis and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Laurel, Pasadena and Glen Burnie.
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25.5 Miles
100% 7 votes
Hiking Trails Edmonson Avenue & Stonewall Road, Catonsville, MD 21228 MoreLess Info
Once busy with trolley cars, the #9 Trolley Trail is now paved for the enjoyment of hikers and bicyclists. Highlighting the 1.5-mile trail is a boardwalk and access to a nearby museum.
25.5 Miles
100% 3 votes
Playgrounds 5001 Meadowbrook Ln, Ellicott City, MD 21043 MoreLess Info
Long Gate Playground is a playground location that offers a number of fun and entertaining facilities to those who visit. A large play structure, a rock climbing wall, tennis courts, and baseball fields are among the amenities available.
25.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Tennis 6421 Baltimore National Pike, Catonsville, MD 21228 MoreLess Info
Established in the year 1980, The 40 W Racquet Club is a recreational sports club that features a snack area, changing rooms, a sauna/shower, and multiple tennis courts. The club offers racquetball and tennis lessons throughout the year.
25.6 Miles
71% 420 votes
Music Venue 10475 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044 MoreLess Info
Guests of the Merriweather Post Pavilion will have the opportunity to watch musical performances from artists like Bastille and The Afghan Wings. This site, which features a Music Pinball Arcade and a large kitchen, has played host to artists like Jimi Hendrix and Led Zeppelin.
25.7 Miles
46% 68 votes
Movie Theaters 10300 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, MD 21044 MoreLess Info
A movie theater featuring an IMAX auditorium, AMC Columbia 14 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, theater rentals, self-service ticketing and a concession area with food and drinks.
25.8 Miles
82% 129 votes
History Museums 2711 Maryland Avenue, Ellicott City, MD 21043 MoreLess Info
The B&O Railroad Station Museum at Elicott City is the country's oldest existing railroad station and is home to a number of historic structures and reconstructed locomotives such as freight cars, caboose and more.
25.8 Miles
50% 6 votes
Recreation Centers 3000 Milltowne Drive, Ellicott City, MD 21043 MoreLess Info
A 46,000-square-foot facility, Roger Carter Community Center features athletic courts, swimming pools and a fitness room with cardio and strength training equipment. The center also hosts community events and offers facility rentals, swimming lessons and a climbing wall.
25.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 8020 Main Street, Ellicott City, MD 21043 MoreLess Info
Displaying an array of artwork from paintings to jewelry and other attire, Cotton Duck Art & Apparel is more than an art gallery. Along with works created by the store owner Jerome Scott, other artists periodically display their works here.
25.9 Miles
82% 28 votes
Visitor Centers 8267 Main Street, Ellicott City, MD 21043 MoreLess Info
At Howard County Welcome Center, visitors can learn about the cultural and historic landmarks of the region through knowledgeable staff and brochures. The staff can help visitors schedule tours with various attractions in the area.
25.9 Miles
78% 9 votes
Haunted Tours 8267 Main Street, Ellicott City, MD MoreLess Info
In business for over a decade, Ye Haunted History of Olde Ellicott City offers spooky tours of the city's historic areas that are both entertaining and informative. Tours are led by experienced and knowledgeable guides.
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