- The list below includes 448 free or cheap things to do in or near Gaithersburg, Maryland, including 123 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Mini Golf, Movie Theaters and National & State Parks.
 - From Seneca Creek State Park to Bohrer Park At Summit Hall Farm, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Gaithersburg and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Frederick.
 
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            The Scott's Cove Recreation Area is a park area adjacent to a large reservoir. The area offers fishing, boating, camping, and wildlife viewing opportunities, and is a nice spot for a picnic.        
    
    
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            Featuring a large indoor ice rink, the Ashburn Ice House has many ice skating related activities. Guests can learn to skate, play hockey, figure skate, or simply participate in the open public skating sessions.        
    
    
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                43098 Edwards Ferry Rd., Leesburg, VA 20175
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            Red Rock Wilderness Overlook Regional Park, Leesburg, has several miles of wooded trails winding to the Potomac River and scenic overlook. The river trail offers easy walking. Other trails include minor hills in this well maintained park.        
    
    
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            Family owned and operated Gaver Farm is a diversified farm that offers a corn maze, pick a pumpkin, and cut a Christmas tree along with many other hands on activities. They give hayrides around the farm on the weekends.        
    
    
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            Offering first-run feature films, AMC Worldgate 9 utilizes digital projection in its nine auditoriums. The theater provides reclining chairs, stadium seating, a bar with adult beverages, reserved seats and a concession area with food and drinks.        
    
    
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            Robinson Nature Center offers a range of interactive exhibits and educational programs about local wildlife and ecosystems. The center also contains a multi-purpose auditorium, a digital planetarium and many other attractions.        
    
    
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            Herndon Parks and Recreation provides activities for the community through the provision of a wide range of parks, facilities and recreation programs. They operate the Herndon Community Center, Herndon Festival and Labor Day Festival, and oversee eleven neighborhood parks.        
    
    
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                3000 Block of Connecticut Avenue, Washington, DC 20008
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            The National Zoological Park is a zoo containing 4,000 animals and 500 different species that offers three different guided tours and a separate elephant-themed tour. There are several dining options throughout the zoo.        
    
    
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            A number of trees provide shade for comfortable outdoor fun at Ashburn Park. Little ones enjoy the prehistoric-themed playground. There's also a covered picnic area and several adjacent walking trails.        
    
    
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            The Original Playhouse is a children's museum offers a number of educational programs, summer camps, and recreational play sessions. The museum also has a party room that can be rented.