- 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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A 10-screen movie theater, Regal Fairfax Towne Center 10 displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers reclining chairs, reserved seating, self-service and mobile ticketing, a game room and a concession area with food and drinks.
16.9 Miles
Located in a Seneca State Park, Senaca Creek Trail takes visitors across a creek, through forests, and past hills. The region is known for its unique red sandstone layers, as well as its white quartz deposits.
17.0 Miles
Located on 25 acres of scenic land, River Farm is a gardening area that the American Horticultural Society calls home. The farm is also popular for a number of event rentals, including weddings and business gatherings.
17.0 Miles
Celebrating the early history of the areas railroads and the Civil War, the Bowie Train Station Museum is popular with locomotive and history buffs alike. The museum features photographs of the town throughout history, a vintage caboose and an out of service railway tower.
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Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Huntington Railroad Museum presents guided tours of a small complex of railroad buildings. Explore life and history of the early Huntington railroad see the machines that guide railroad operation.
17.0 Miles
Spacious Arrowbrook Park was designed for community events as well as outdoor recreational activities. The facility houses a picnic area, playground, synthetic turf field, and courts for basketball, tennis and bocce ball.
17.1 Miles
Bacontown Park has several amenities for sports including a roller hockey court, two basketball courts, a tennis court and a baseball field. They also have a playground and a 332 ft paved trail.
17.1 Miles
From public racing to racing leagues, Allsports Grand Prix provides an indoor track for go-kart racing. The track is oval shaped, with 4 main curves and turns to navigate through.
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Providing a lap pool for swim teams, Old Keene Mill Swim & Racquet Club has a large clubhouse area with picnic tables, grills, ping pong tables, and more. It also has tennis courts that host youth tennis leagues.
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Get a feel for life in the early 1900's at Frying Pan Park, complete with a working demonstration 1930s farm. A meetinghouse from the 18th century and schoolhouse constructed in 1911 are among the attractions. Beginner horseback riding lessons are offered (fee applies).