Free & Cheap Things to Do in Glen Echo, MD

  • The list below includes 502 free or cheap things to do in or near Glen Echo, Maryland, including 120 different types of inexpensive activities like Amusement Parks (All Ages), Historic Sites, Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From Glen Echo Park to Clara Barton National Historic Site, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Glen Echo and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
  • The list below includes 502 free or cheap things to do in or near Glen Echo, Maryland, including 120 different types of inexpensive activities like Amusement Parks (All Ages), Historic Sites, Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From Glen Echo Park to Clara Barton National Historic Site, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Glen Echo and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
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0.2 Miles
87% 60 votes
Amusement Parks (All Ages) 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD 20812 MoreLess Info
Glen Echo Park is a local art and culture center where visitors can participate in a number of workshops for visual and performing arts. The park also contains many attractions such as a Spanish-style ballroom, an antique carousal, children's theaters and more.
0.1 Miles
91% 45 votes
Historic Sites 5801 Oxford Rd., Glen Echo, MD MoreLess Info
Clara Barton National Historic Site is the first of its kind being dedicated to the life and accomplishments of a woman. It preserves the historic home of Clara Barton who founded the American Red Cross.
0.8 Miles
87% 23 votes
Scenic Walks George Washington Memorial Parkway, McLean, VA 22101 MoreLess Info
The George Washington Memorial Parkway is a scenic driving route stretching 25 miles long along the Potomac River. Views of local wildlife including deer and bald eagles are featured along with trails and national landmarks.
1.2 Miles
76% 33 votes
History Museums 6310 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22102 MoreLess Info
The year of 1771 is brought to life at the Claude Moore Colonial Farm at Turkey Run which is a living history farm. Guests can both watch and listen to stories from people in period dress who go about the average day at a historic farm.
1.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
Children's Entertainment Bethesda, MD 20816 MoreLess Info
Abracadabra Alex Magic Shows for Children features a professional magician sure to delight children and keep them giggling. Great for birthday parties, Abracadabra Alex sends each kid home with a balloon animal and a magic trick.
1.8 Miles
67% 9 votes
Farms & Ranches 6310 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 MoreLess Info
The Claude Moore Colonial Farm is a restored Revolutionary War era farm and visitor's park dedicated to educating visitors on life in colonial America. Open daily, the farm and park have a pavilion that can be reserved for group outings.
1.9 Miles
96% 67 votes
Playgrounds 6317 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 MoreLess Info
Clemyjontri Park is a unique park in Mclean. The park features handicap accessible playground equipment and the park promotes children of all ages and all abilities being able to come together and play together in one area.
2.0 Miles
59% 22 votes
Bowling 5353 Westbard Ave., Bethesda, MD 20816 MoreLess Info
Bowlmor Lanes is an upscale bowling alley which combines entertainment with luxury, offering activities like bowling and arcade games coupled with gourmet cuisine with banquette seating arrangements.
2.0 Miles
35% 52 votes
Bowling 5353 Westbard Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20816 MoreLess Info
A 34-lane bowling center, Bowlmor Bethesda provides a venue suitable for open bowling, birthday parties and private events. It offers an arcade, two sports bars, glow blowing, television screens at the end of each lane and a full-service restaurant.
2.3 Miles
50% 2 votes
Hiking Trails Bethesda, MD 20824 MoreLess Info
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.
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