- The list below includes 333 free or cheap things to do in or near Ellicott City, Maryland, including 124 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Family Fun Center, Karaoke Bar and Playgrounds.
- From Patapsco Valley State Park to Worthington Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Ellicott City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Silver Spring, Laurel and Rockville.
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12613 Wisteria Drive, Germantown, MD 20874
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Serving fresh baked goods and homemade cheese, Lancaster County Dutch Market offers a variety of produce, candy, and meat. The market produces Amish food staples like sausage, pretzels, and pies.
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Built in 1772, Maryland State House is the oldest operating state capitol in the country and features the largest wooden dome built in America without the use of nails. Guided tours of the capitol and the surrounding gardens are available.
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Get a history lesson at Banneker-Douglas Museum, the State of Maryland's official museum of African-American heritage. Exhibits, programs and projects help paint a picture of this rich cultural heritage. Admission is free.
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Arts and architecture of the 18th century is on display at Hammond-Harwood House. Take a tour to see exhibits like a gentlemen's study. Colonial guides are on hand to provide a more detailed account of the displays.
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Undergraduate and graduate programs are offered at St. John's College, located in Annapolis. The on-campus library provides a quiet place for students to read and study. Programs and events are held year round.
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12901 Town Commons Drive, Germantown, MD 20874
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Blackrock Center For the Arts features artistic endeavors such as dance, theatre, musical performances from acts across many genres and film screenings. They offer classes and workshops for children and adults in areas including comedy.
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The Chesapeake Children’s Museum is designed to provide educational, fun, and engaging hands on activities for kids of all ages. The museum also hosts special workshops and events throughout the year.
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One of the oldest service academies in the country, the U.S. Naval Academy provides undergraduate training to students who serve as officers in Navy and Marine Corps post-graduation. Visitors are invited for guided tours of the campus which includes museums, visitor center and more.
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Visitors to the William Paca Garden can enjoy serenity and beauty with a 45-minute tour, offered daily (fee applies). The two-acre garden is located at the Paca House, a restored 18th-century mansion reflecting the English country villas of the time.
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Little Falls Hiker-Biker Trail is a 3.5 mile trail that offers a more rustic path closer to the water's edge. The trail is good for running or cycling and also facilitates a pleasant walk.