Free & Cheap Things to Do in Colonial Beach, VA

  • The list below includes 13 free or cheap things to do in or near Colonial Beach, Virginia, including 74 different types of inexpensive activities like Marinas, Art Gallery, History Museums and Farms & Ranches.
  • From Westmoreland State Park to Colonial Beach Municipal Pier, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Colonial Beach and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Stafford, Fredericksburg, Port Tobacco and Waldorf.
  • The list below includes 13 free or cheap things to do in or near Colonial Beach, Virginia, including 74 different types of inexpensive activities like Marinas, Art Gallery, History Museums and Farms & Ranches.
  • From Westmoreland State Park to Colonial Beach Municipal Pier, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Colonial Beach and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Stafford, Fredericksburg, Port Tobacco and Waldorf.
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43.9 Miles
93% 166 votes
Bike Paths Along Shoreline, Arlington, VA MoreLess Info
Views of the Potomac and Washington DC monuments are some of the biggest pulls for the Mount Vernon Trail. It is a multi-use recreational trail that runs for nearly 18 miles along the shoreline of the river.
43.9 Miles
86% 98 votes
History Museums 9101 Prince William Street, Manassas, VA 20110 MoreLess Info
The local history of the city is put on display at The Manassas Museum. The permanent exhibits go into the Native American past of the area, but the bulk of the collection is on the Civil War and related artifacts.
43.9 Miles
92% 1812 votes
Botanical Gardens Washington, DC 20001 MoreLess Info
One of the most beautiful indoor gardens in the nation is the United States Botanic Garden. The garden includes a rose garden, the First Ladies water garden, a jungle habitat and more.
43.9 Miles
92% 3190 votes
Monuments Washington, DC 20024 MoreLess Info
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial is dedicated to the famous Civil Rights activist that delivered the 'I Have a Dream' speech in Washington, D.C. The location features a statue of King and an inscription wall.
43.9 Miles
92% 13204 votes
Aviation Museums Washington, DC 20560 MoreLess Info
At the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, guests are able to learn about the history of flight through a variety of exhibits. The location's collections celebrate flight in popular culture and the site also hosts events and temporary exhibitions.
43.9 Miles
66% 35 votes
Shopping Districts 6751-6799 Wilson Blvd, Falls Church, VA 22044 MoreLess Info
Eden Center is a large shopping area that is a cross between a mall and an entire district, reminiscent to Chinatown but representing many Far East countries, especially Vietnam. It includes restaurants, grocery stores, jewelry and gift shops.
43.9 Miles
94% 6800 votes
History Museums 100 Raoul Wallenberg Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20024 MoreLess Info
The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is a historical museum that chronicles the anti-Semitism and suffering during the period of the holocaust. The museum is most widely acclaimed for the 'Narrative History of the Holocaust' exhibit.
43.9 Miles
79% 675 votes
Art Gallery Independence Ave. SW, Smithsonian Institutions, Washington, DC 20560 MoreLess Info
The Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden is an art museum featuring several permanent and temporary art exhibits. The sculpture garden houses over twenty unique sculptures. The museum also hosts various educational programs and offers guided tours on request.
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83% 6 votes
Military Museums 10600 Harry J. Parrish Blvd, Manassas, VA 20110 MoreLess Info
Offering free admission, Freedom Museum was created to honor military personnel and the contribution they have made to liberty. With quality exhibits and the sharing of patriotic stories, it makes an ideal field trip for schools or youth groups.
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91% 3127 votes
Historic Buildings Washington, DC 20013 MoreLess Info
The Smithsonian Institution Building is the home of the Smithsonian Information Center and the organization's administrative headquarters. The location's permanent exhibits include the Smithson Crypt and The Smithsonian Institution: America's Treasure Chest.
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