- The list below includes 233 free or cheap things to do in or near New Bedford, Massachusetts, including 106 different types of inexpensive activities like Specialty Museums, Parks, Religious Buildings and Bowling.
- From New Bedford Whaling National Historic Park to Fort Taber Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in New Bedford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Newport, Fall River, Oak Bluffs and Sandwich.
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A revolutionary war redoubt, Fort Batron features an observation tower on which visitors can view the surrounding landscape. Attractions also include three miles of nature trails, with trail guides available at the nearby town hall.
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Dating as far back as the Revolutionary War, Fort Barton is a historic park site named after Colonel William Barton of Rhode Island. Visitors to Fort Barton hike through the local trails and recall the history of the Revolutionary War.
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The Wareham Historical Society proudly maintains Captain John Kendrick Maritime Museum in Massachusetts. With clothing, furniture, and artifacts from the period of Wareham's Captain Kendrick, visitors can step into the past with these special displays and exhibits.
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Located on 50 acres of wooded area, the Emilie Ruecker Wildlife Refuge is a location that offers views of nature to its visitors. Visitors commonly enjoy photographing the many species of birds and trees that call the area home.
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Residing on the east bank of the Sakonnet River, Sapowet Management Area is a small wildlife preserve. The preserve features hiking trails and a variety of wildlife including herons, egrets, and ospreys.
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The Emilie Ruecker Wildlife Refuge is a peaceful 50 acre woodland and salt marsh with trails and blinds for observation and photography of local wildlife. Frequent birds sighted include the Snowy and Great Egret and Glossy Ibis.
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Located in a placid setting on north Aquidneck Island, the Brewers Sakonnet Marina offers a full range of boat-related services. The marina offers maintenance, repair, and storage for boats, as well as slips for boats in summer.
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Listed on the National Register for Historic places, the public is welcome to visit and tour the exterior and grounds of Castle Lighthouse. In operation, the lighthouse rests on a rocky cliff and offers panoramic, ocean views.
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Nemasket Kayak Center offers guided kayaking tours of Marion Harbor, Nantucket Lightship, Agawam River, and Mill Pond. The experience is a peaceful yet fun and entertaining one that nature lovers will thoroughly enjoy.
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Affiliated with the University of Chicago, the Marine Biological Laboratory is an international facility dedicated to education and research in biology, ecology and biomedicine. Guided tours of the premises are available.