Free & Cheap Things to Do in Bethesda, MD

  • The list below includes 500 free or cheap things to do in or near Bethesda, Maryland, including 121 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Hiking Trails.
  • From Cabin John Regional Park to Cabin John Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bethesda and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Reston.
  • The list below includes 500 free or cheap things to do in or near Bethesda, Maryland, including 121 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Hiking Trails.
  • From Cabin John Regional Park to Cabin John Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bethesda and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Reston.
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14.5 Miles
23% 120 votes
Children's Museums 151 Saint George Boulevard, Oxon Hill, MD MoreLess Info
National Children's Museum is a small place located at Saint George Boulevard with rooms that have different arts and crafts, and has a separate area for infants and toddlers. There is a parking garage and outdoor space nearby for a picnic, and several restaurant options.
14.5 Miles
92% 12 votes
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Art Whino

Art Gallery 174 Waterfront Street, Oxon Hill, MD 20745 MoreLess Info
An art gallery with an international and progressive focus, Art Whino showcases the works of more than 1200 artists from all around the world. The gallery features works in a wide array of media, and representing many movements.
14.5 Miles
83% 119 votes
Parks 7500 Accotnik Park Road, Springfield, VA 22150 MoreLess Info
Lake Accotink Park offers outdoor activities for all ages, including an antique carousel, miniature golf and bike and boat rentals. Picnic areas with grills are available, as well as a four-mile loop hiking and biking trail. Swimming is prohibited.
14.5 Miles
100% 11 votes
Paddleboarding 165 Waterfront Street, Oxon Hill, MD 20745 MoreLess Info
Boating In DC at National Harbor offers rentals of non-motorized boats, from three person canoes to single kayaks. Additionally, they have classes, tours of the Potomac and children's summer camps that teach boating safety and boat navigation.
14.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 8300 Mulberry Street, Laurel, MD 20707 MoreLess Info
Granville Gude Park & Lakehouse covers 29 acres and hosts a wide range of community events throughout the year, especially holiday celebrations. Features of the park that are open to the public include a boat dock, hiking trails, and open play areas.
14.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Lake 8385 Cherry Ln, Laurel, MD 20707 MoreLess Info
Part of Pine Grove Furnace State Park, Laurel Lake is a 25 acre lake and beach area that offers a variety of amenities for visitors, including swimming, electric motor boating, and fishing. The park also has hiking trails.
14.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Art Gallery 178 Waterfront Street, Fort Washington, MD 20744 MoreLess Info
Located within a modern 2,000 square-foot building, the Maris Elaine Gallery is a private art gallery featuring a variety of different artistic creations. Artworks at the gallery include paintings, sculptures, ceramics, photography, and numerous others.
14.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Arts Centers 12001 Market St, Ste 103, Reston, VA 20190 MoreLess Info
Featuring regularly rotating exhibits of artwork, Greater Reston Arts Center offers youth and adult programs for the arts. The center hosts an annual festival for the region that features arts and crafts from over 200 artists.
14.6 Miles
93% 46 votes
Historic Sites 9650 Muirkirk Road, Laurel, MD 20708 MoreLess Info
Montpelier Mansion offers self-guided tours, school group tours, holiday candlelight tours, and more. They are also available for meetings, weddings, receptions, and luncheons. During the summer, they hold free concerts every other Friday evening.
14.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Cultural Centers 13000 Laurel Bowie Road, Laurel, MD 20708 MoreLess Info
Deerfield Run Community Center features a gym, fitness room, conference room, game room, multi-purpose room, basketball court, playground and ball fields. They also host various tournaments, clubs, camps, workshops and special events for all ages.
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