- The list below includes 413 free or cheap things to do in or near Columbia, Maryland, including 124 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Lake, Parks and Bowling.
- From Centennial Park to Lake Kittamaqundi, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Columbia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Washington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
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Historic Ships in Baltimore is a local maritime museum which features a range of artifacts as well as historic sea vessels including a submarine from World War II, a warship, a screwpile lighthouse and more.
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Offering views of the harbor, Federal Hill Park features cannons that were used during the Civil War at Fort Federal Hill. The park provides a basketball court, a children's playground, benches, picnic areas, open green space and a plaza.
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With art and shows dedicated to a classic age, AFI Silver Theater is preserving culture of entertainment. Events include silent cinema showcases, classic musicals such as Mary Poppins, and classic stories such as Gone with the Wind.
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A heavily forested area located 12 miles from Washington D.C., Greenbelt Park features 174 campground sites that include shower and bathroom facilities. The park provides nine miles of hiking trails, three picnic areas and a children's playground.
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American Visionary Art Museum features unique and intricate work of visionary art by a range of visionary artists who lack formal training with some of them also being physically challenged.
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One of the oldest seaports in the country, Inner Harbor is also a local tourist attraction being home to a variety of shops, museums, restaurants, entertainment centers and more.
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The Walters Art Museum houses an eclectic collection of artifacts from around the world ranging from pre-dysnatic Egypt to 20th-century Europe as a part of its collection.
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The Mount Vernon Cultural District is the home of several historic sites, including The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and the Walters Art Museum. The area is known for its strong LGBT community.
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Traditional ten-pin bowling is the foundation of AMF College Park Lanes. The site has 40 individual lanes along with an on-site pro shop and private room that can be rented for parties or other group events.
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Featuring full stadium seating, AMC Owings Mills 17 is a movie theater that offers a number of amenities to its movie-goers. Visitors enjoy access to IMAX films and a full concessions menu with pizza, chicken tenders, and other hot foods.