- 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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Learn how to fish at Orvis Fly Fishing School. Scheduled at many scenic destinations all over the world, one or two day classes and trips are offered. Along with fly fishing, trout and steelhead fishing schools are also available.
20.7 Miles
Access the 125-foot Lye Brook Falls waterfall via the Lye Brook Falls trail, where you'll follow old logging railroad grades and woods roads to the scenic falls, one of the highest in the state of Vermont.
21.1 Miles
Operating since 1968, the American Museum of Flyfishing provides permanent fly fishing collections and exhibitions. The museum features over 1,400 rods, 1,200 reels, and 22,000 flies along with art, photographs and other archival materials.
21.5 Miles
A group of local artists founded the Southern Vermont Arts Center in a historic Georgian mansion. Along with a permanent collection of more than 700 paintings, the center offers changing exhibits and a performing arts theater.
21.8 Miles
Manchester Hot Glass is a glass blowing gallery and studio, featuring classes and lessons in the art of glass. Hands-on activities include beginner sessions, and projects for kids as young as 5 years old.
21.8 Miles
Voted Best Bookstore in the country by Publisher's Weekly magazine, Northshire Bookstore is a family-owned independent bookstore in a historic Victorian farmhouse and inn. Calendar includes frequent author readings and events.
22.2 Miles
Named for a fallen officer in 1972, the Dana L. Thompson Memorial Park is popular with the local community. The park covers over 88 acres and features a dog park, swimming pool, multiple athletic fields, a walking path and three playgrounds.
22.7 Miles
One of the largest collections of native New England species is on display at the Southern Vermont Natural History Museum. In addition to the geology, natural history, and live animal exhibits, the grounds of the museum off 600 acres of hiking trails and outdoor activities.
22.7 Miles
Moxie Outdoor Adventures offers numerous outdoor activities for nature enthusiasts. Whitewater rafting, inflatable kayaking, canoeing, wilderness overnight camping, moose and ATV safaris on the Kennebec, Penobscot, Deerfield and Dead rivers in Massachusetts and Maine are some of the available trips.
23.1 Miles
A popular ski resort, lessons and activities are available for all levels of experience on Stratton Mountain. Additionally, the village of Stratton is a lively place for recreational activities and various events during the year.