Free & Cheap Things to Do in Essex, MA

  • The list below includes 403 free or cheap things to do in or near Essex, Massachusetts, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Specialty Museums, Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From Cogswell's Grant to Essex Shipbuilding Museum, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Essex and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boston, Gloucester, Cambridge and Salem.
  • The list below includes 403 free or cheap things to do in or near Essex, Massachusetts, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Specialty Museums, Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From Cogswell's Grant to Essex Shipbuilding Museum, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Essex and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boston, Gloucester, Cambridge and Salem.
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22.3 Miles
49% 323 votes
Children's Play Area 598 Assembly Row, Somerville, MA 02145 MoreLess Info
Somerville's Legoland Discovery Center is an indoor kids' fun place that takes its theme from the popular building block toys. The center features rides, a 4D cinema, and a variety of other hands-on fun for kids.
22.3 Miles
100% 11 votes
History Museums at Tewksbury Hospital, East Street, Tewksbury, MA MoreLess Info
The Public Health Museum provides visitors with the opportunity to learn more about the history of public health through exhibits, objects, and documents. The location also hosts special events, including conferences and special classes.
22.3 Miles
73% 89 votes
Movie Theaters 395 Artisan Way, Somerville, MA 02145 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with IMAX, AMC Assembly Row 12 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater provides a bar with adult beverages, reserved seats, stadium seating and a concession area with food and drinks.
22.4 Miles
52% 86 votes
Fishing State Pier, Hampton, NH 03842 MoreLess Info
Hampton, New Hampshire is the home of Al Gauron Deep Sea Fishing & Whale Watching. Captain Al accepts charter reservations and sells single tickets on mixed-group excursions. Reservations are highly recommended.
22.4 Miles
- 4 votes
River Torbert Macdonald Park, Mystic Valley Parkway, Medford, MA 02155 MoreLess Info
The Mystic River Reservation is a recreational park that supports activities including swimming, rowing, sailing, soccer, biking, running, hiking, and tennis. The park is also available for boating and picnicking.
22.4 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks 437 Winthrop Street, Medford, MA 2155 MoreLess Info
An open field surrounded by trees, Victory Park is located on 12 acres and features swings, a rope climbing area and a traditional play structure. The field can be used for soccer and the park provides tennis and basketball courts.
22.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Comedy Clubs 159 Pelham Street, Methuen, MA MoreLess Info
Dick's Beantown Comedy Escape @ Park Grill & Spirits takes place every Friday and Saturday evening with local and national comedians. Besides regular shows, they are also available for corporate and holiday parties.
22.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Tennis 1 Country Club Ln, Burlington, MA 01803 MoreLess Info
The Burlington Swim & Tennis Club is a non-profit tennis club that also acts as a social club and operated pool. The club features an outdoor pool, tennis courts, a clubhouse facility.
22.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Bike Paths Methuen Rail Trl, Methuen, MA 1844 MoreLess Info
Situated in the heart of the city, Methuen Rail Trail is approximately two and a half miles in length. The trail that connects to the Granite State Trail System is made for walkers, runners, and cyclists.
22.6 Miles
80% 5 votes
Playgrounds 74 Summer Street, Medford, MA 02155 MoreLess Info
Situated on 3.6 acres, Barry Playground features one baseball field along with courts for basketball and tennis. The park provides trees, open grassy areas, paved walking paths, picnic tables, benches and a children's playground.
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