Free & Cheap Things to Do in Columbia, MD

  • 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.
  • 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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47.3 Miles
88% 133 votes
National & State Parks 2001 Daniel K Ludwig Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22191 MoreLess Info
The Leesylvania State Park is considered to be a historic site in the region as it was visited by Captain John Smith and serves as the ancestral home area for Virginia's legendary Fairfax and Lee families. There are also many outdoor activities for visitors, including picnicking, hiking, fishing, and boating.
47.3 Miles
51% 91 votes
Specialty Museums 168 High Street, Harpers Ferry, WV MoreLess Info
Through music, photos, and wax figures, the John Brown Wax Museum tells the story of John Brown's attack on Harpers Ferry. John Brown led an attempt in 1859 to stop slavery, and his story became the popular Battle Hymn of the Republic song.
47.3 Miles
98% 209 votes
Walking Tours Thomas Hall, St. Peter's Catholic Church, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 MoreLess Info
O' Be Joyfull Historical Tours & Entertainment, gives ghost tours of Harpers Valley, and its founder Rick Garland also conducts historical tours including tours of St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church. This leader also presents a Historical Songs and Stories Concert Show, as well as serving as a step-on guide.
47.4 Miles
98% 51 votes
Specialty Museums 215 Giles Street, Havre de Grace, MD 21078 MoreLess Info
Havre de Grace Decoy Museum in Giles Street has great displays of hunting methods and the tradition of decoy making. It is located right in the heart of the local river cultural area.
47.4 Miles
96% 1157 votes
History Museums 219 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, PA 17325 MoreLess Info
The Gettysburg Museum of History contains over 4,000 artifacts, including those from the Civil War, World War I, World War II, presidents, and pop icons. The museum also buys and sells historical items, and has experts to help you learn more about any historical items that you have.
47.4 Miles
100% 18 votes
History Museums 461 Quaker Bottom Rd., Havre de Grace, MD 21078 MoreLess Info
Steppingstone Museum is a farm museum, and features a collection of farming tools and artifacts as well as rural arts and crafts dating from 1880 to 1920. The farmhouse itself is furnished in turn-of-the-century style.
47.5 Miles
90% 117 votes
Lighthouses Concord & Lafayette Street, Havre de Grace, MD MoreLess Info
Concord Point Lighthouse has a wonderful view of the ocean. It is a small light house built 200 years ago with an iron rung ladder going into the top. It has a gift shop across the road for souvenirs.
47.5 Miles
95% 217 votes
Piers & Boardwalks Concord Street, Havre de Grace, MD MoreLess Info
Havre de Grace Promenade located at Concord Street is a scenic place for walking or relaxation. They have a nice view of the bay, the Susquehanna river, and some wild life. There are a couple of restaurants nearby.
47.5 Miles
73% 37 votes
Specialty Museums 100 Lafayette Street, Havre de Grace, MD 21078 MoreLess Info
The Havre de Grace Maritime Museum is a small museum with clean bathrooms and easy parking. They have informative displays, a section for the kids to dress as pirates and sailors, and a gift shop.
47.5 Miles
74% 34 votes
Horseback Riding 921 Hoffmaster Road, Knoxville, MD 21758 MoreLess Info
Elk Mountain Trails in Knoxville has well-mannered horses that are good for kids and beginners. The trail ride was easy and the guides are friendly. They have horseback rides on the C&O canal and the adjoining woodlands.
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