- 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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Quaint bistro with red walls and checkered floors entices diners with farm-fresh dishes of house charcuterie, steak, and local seafood
2.7 Miles
A salt marsh with bordering upland field and wooded areas is preserved through the Touisset Marsh Wildlife Refuge. Visitors to the refuge can access hiking along trails through the area, photography opportunities, and bird watching.
3.3 Miles
Located in a placid setting on north Aquidneck Island, the Brewers Sakonnet Marina offers a full range of boat-related services. The marina offers maintenance, repair, and storage for boats, as well as slips for boats in summer.
3.6 Miles
Dudek Bowling Alley is a family run nostalgic location established in 1934. The center is a popular hot spot for locals as well as visitors. Rock n' Bowl events, leagues, and birthday party services are also available.
3.7 Miles
Run by a local arts foundation, Imago Gallery of Art & Fine Craft features new exhibits every calendar year. The gallery also hosts receptions and book discussions led by local artists.
3.8 Miles
Direct access to the East Bay Bike Path and the town beach is provided at Burr's Hill Park. During the summer months, the park is also home to music concerts and movie presentations within its band shell.
4.5 Miles
A family owned and operated business, Buckley Family Archery, LLC is an archery shop and range that offers 14 shooting lanes with Bulldog Targets. The business also hosts tournaments, offers archery lessons, and repairs equipment.
4.7 Miles
A revolutionary war redoubt, Fort Batron features an observation tower on which visitors can view the surrounding landscape. Attractions also include three miles of nature trails, with trail guides available at the nearby town hall.
4.7 Miles
Dating as far back as the Revolutionary War, Fort Barton is a historic park site named after Colonel William Barton of Rhode Island. Visitors to Fort Barton hike through the local trails and recall the history of the Revolutionary War.
4.9 Miles
Guests can enjoy a play center that features the Eyeplay gaming platform that projects graphics and sounds onto floors and walls at Kidventure Play & Party Center. The center is also available to host birthday parties.
5.1 Miles
Across from the Taunton River, Kennedy Park features sports facilities for baseball, tennis and basketball along with a swimming pool and a skating pond. The park provides open grassy fields, a children's playground, walking paths and picnic areas.