Free & Cheap Things to Do in Bennington, VT

  • The list below includes 75 free or cheap things to do in or near Bennington, Vermont, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, History Museums, Bowling and Movie Theaters.
  • From Bennington Battle Monument to Bennington Arts Guild Gallery, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bennington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like North Adams, Williamstown, Manchester and Arlington.
  • The list below includes 75 free or cheap things to do in or near Bennington, Vermont, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, History Museums, Bowling and Movie Theaters.
  • From Bennington Battle Monument to Bennington Arts Guild Gallery, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bennington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like North Adams, Williamstown, Manchester and Arlington.
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31.7 Miles
93% 1380 votes
Horse Races 267 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 MoreLess Info
Besides the horseracing, at the Saratoga Race Course there is also a museum and a hall of fame dedicated to this sport.
31.7 Miles
25% 12 votes
Music Venue 1208 Rt 146, Clifton Park, NY 12065 MoreLess Info
A concert venue, Northern Lights Inc brings in a wide variety of bands, ranging from veterans to up and coming acts. The venue is standing room only, and provides an intimate concert-going atmosphere.
31.8 Miles
97% 33 votes
Hiking Trails Cedar Street, Brattleboro, VT MoreLess Info
Featuring a stone tower, Retreat Trails provides visitors with a scenic path in a wilderness that is home to eagles and deer. One of the highlights is an Olympic ski jump called the Harris Hill Ski Jump.
31.9 Miles
100% 15 votes
Farms & Ranches 350 Linden St Route 30, Brattleboro, VT 05301 MoreLess Info
The Retreat Farm is a historic site that is also an outdoor amusement and recreation area. Located on 475 acres, the farm features a variety of animals that visitors can pet. The farm also has a trail network.
32.0 Miles
95% 40 votes
Visitor Centers 25 Quackenbush Sq., Albany, NY 12207 MoreLess Info
The Albany Visitors Center is a visitor’s center that provides information on the local community of Albany 7 days a week. The center also offers printed versions of self-guided walking tours of the area.
32.0 Miles
88% 56 votes
Breweries 19 Quackenbush Square, Albany, NY 12207 MoreLess Info
Located at the Albany Pump Station, C.H. Evans Brewing Co. offers twelve craft beers brewed in-house. The brewery is also a full-service restaurant with an extensive menu and historic atmosphere.
32.0 Miles
100% 3 votes
History Museums 108 Birge Street, Brattleboro, VT 5301 MoreLess Info
A must-see for organ enthusiasts, Estey Organ Museum is an interesting and educational place to visit. Along with an array of antique organs, both photos and Estey family genealogy is on display.
32.1 Miles
88% 107 votes
History Museums 780 Holmes Rd., Pittsfield, MA 01201 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to the life, works and legacy of Herman Melville, Herman Melville's Arrowhead is a beautiful museum located in the author's former home. This is a must-see attraction for literature enthusiasts, especially fans of Melville's 'Moby Dick.'
32.1 Miles
67% 3 votes
National & State Parks 517 Old Guilford Road, Brattleboro, VT 05301 MoreLess Info
Fort Dummer State Park is a 217 acre state park overlooking the site of Fort Dummer. The park is populated by forest land, and features several hiking trails as well as a campground.
32.2 Miles
95% 460 votes
Architecture Tours Washington Ave. and State St., Albany, NY MoreLess Info
Built between 1867 and 1899, the New York State Capitol was the most expensive government building of its time. It is included in the National Register of historic places, and it is the place where special programs are organized around the year, such as the Halloween Tour.
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