- The list below includes 251 free or cheap things to do in or near Essex, Maryland, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Marinas, History Museums, Beaches and Parks.
- From Rocky Point Beach to Markley's Marina, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Essex and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Annapolis, Columbia and Pasadena.
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7.7 Miles
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600 Charles Street, Baltimore, MD
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The centerpiece of a National Historic Landmark District, Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Park was first designed more than 200 years ago. Visitors can enjoy strolling the park, enjoying a picnic lunch, and soaking in the history of the area.
7.8 Miles
Guests of the 1st Mariner Arena will be able to watch a wide variety of musical performances from artists like Slipknot and The Black Keys. Additionally, the location also hosts events like Disney on Ice and the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus.
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Dedicated to preserving pop culture, Geppi's Entertainment Museum showcases memorabilia from comics, music, games, TV shows, and more. The museum has a variety of vintage movie posters and comic books decorating the walls.
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Opening in 1960, and designed by Benjamin C. Thompson, the two shopping plazas at Harborplace and the Gallery are known as Pratt Street Pavilion and the Light Street Pavilion, while the Gallery is operated across the street. Visitors find many restaurants and shops there that sell Maryland specific merchandise.
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Oriole Park at Camden Yards is a major league baseball stadium which also serves as the home field of the Baltimore Orioles. Being the first of the 90's 'retro' ballparks, its features an outfield made exclusively of straight wall segments and seats which provide scenic skyline views.
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One of the oldest markets in the United States is the Lexington Market which was founded in 1782. It currently occupies the original site of the historic market and continues to draw in countless vendors regularly.
8.1 Miles
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Westminster Cemetery on the southeast corner of Fayette and Greene sts., Baltimore, MD
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Featuring a large marble monument that measures 80 inches in height, Edgar Allan Poe's Grave Site & Memorial is the current burial site of the famous author. Poe's remains were moved several times before reaching this marker.
8.2 Miles
216 Emory St, Baltimore, MD 21230
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Babe Ruth Birthplace & Museum is a row-house in which George Herman 'Babe' Ruth was born. First curated with the help of Babe's widow, Claire and his two daughters and sister, the museum features artifacts from Babe's life and career.