Free & Cheap Things to Do in Bristol, RI

  • The list below includes 336 free or cheap things to do in or near Bristol, Rhode Island, including 107 different types of inexpensive activities like Specialty Museums, History Museums, Beaches and Botanical Gardens.
  • From Colt State Park to Independence Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bristol and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Newport, Providence, Fall River and Narragansett.
  • The list below includes 336 free or cheap things to do in or near Bristol, Rhode Island, including 107 different types of inexpensive activities like Specialty Museums, History Museums, Beaches and Botanical Gardens.
  • From Colt State Park to Independence Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bristol and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Newport, Providence, Fall River and Narragansett.
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13.0 Miles
56% 219 votes
Beaches 175 Memorial Blvd., Newport, RI 02840 MoreLess Info
The most popular oceanfront location in Newport is found at Easton's Beach. The site features gentle sands that are perfect for walking on, gentle surf for swimming and is conveniently located near shops and eateries.
13.0 Miles
40% 93 votes
Train Tours 19 America's Cup Avenue, Newport, RI 02840 MoreLess Info
Featuring a two and a half hour journey along the Narragansett Bay, the Newport Dinner Train is the only attraction of its kind in Rhode Island. The arrangement tries to restore the elegance and privilege associated with dining on a train.
13.0 Miles
66% 59 votes
Train Stations 100 Gaspee St, Providence, RI 02903 MoreLess Info
Friendly staff and clean facilities make the Providence Train Station a welcome stop among travelers. Its central location makes this station a convenient option for travelers taking day trips to Boston or catching a flight.
13.0 Miles
26% 47 votes
Movie Theaters 1 Providence Pl, Providence, RI 02903 MoreLess Info
Featuring IMAX, Providence Place Cinema offers movie showings for blockbuster hits to foreign flicks in digital projection. The lobby has a full bar where visitors can order a variety of mixed drinks and draft beer for their movie.
13.0 Miles
95% 43 votes
Beaches 474 Sachuest Point Road, Middletown, RI 02842 MoreLess Info
Featuring a flat beach area for lounging, sunbathing, and swimming, Second Beach / Sachuest Beach has bathrooms, picnic areas, and concession stands for visitors to utilize. The beach has smooth sandy shores and dunes for visitors to walk on.
13.0 Miles
85% 26 votes
Movie Theaters 9 Providence Pl, Providence, RI 02903 MoreLess Info
Featuring reserve-able seats, Providence Place Cinemas 16 and IMAX showcases newly released films in its IMAX auditoriums. The cinema has a full lobby bar with mixed drinks and cocktails that visitors can bring into the auditorium with them.
13.1 Miles
98% 95 votes
Religious Buildings Queen Anne Square, Newport, RI 02840 MoreLess Info
One of the most famous churches in the United States is Trinity Church in Newport. George Washington once attended services at the site, and guided historic tours are conducted in the church building throughout the year.
13.1 Miles
100% 16 votes
Natural Landmarks Middletown, RI 02842 MoreLess Info
Purgatory Chasm is a chasm formed by glaciers thousands of years ago. The chasm is about 10 feet wide, 120 feet long, and 50 feet deep. Visitors will find a small bridge over the chasm offering an unobstructed downward view.
13.2 Miles
95% 21 votes
Parks Washington Street, Newport, RI 02840 MoreLess Info
Off the beaten path, Battery Park is a quiet park with few tourists or crowds. A great view of the water, Newport Bridge, and some of the oldest colonial houses in the country is what makes this spot a destination for many locals.
13.2 Miles
90% 143 votes
Bus Tours Newport Visitor & Information Center, Newport, RI 02840 MoreLess Info
Viking Tours offers tours of the Newport area in old fashioned trolleys or modern motercoaches. Available services include sightseeing tours, wedding trolleys, personal guided tours, and meeting & convention services.
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