- The list below includes 127 free or cheap things to do in or near North East, Maryland, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Pubs, Specialty Museums and National & State Parks.
- From Elk Neck State Park to The North East Community Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in North East and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Newark, Wilmington, New Castle and Bel Air.
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Featuring 14-miles of hiking trails, the 933-acre Brandywine Creek State Park, provides visitors with wildlife and wildflower viewing opportunities. Other amenities include fishing, winter sports, picnic areas, and seasonal special events for the entire family.
19.6 Miles
A restaurant and bar with an Irish pub feel, J.B. McGinnes Pub & Grille features live music as well as a regular karaoke night. It also features pool tables and a juke box.
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550 Silver Run Road, Middletown, DE 19709
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Coleman's Christmas Tree Farm offers a large selection of Douglas fir trees and a selection of fresh pre-cut trees during the fall season. They also offer other seasonal activities including helicopter rides and pumpkin picking.
20.1 Miles
Marshall Steam Museum is a museum offering a variety of exhibits on steam based vehicles. Among these exhibits is an operating collection of antique automobiles and a steam locomotive exhibit.
20.1 Miles
Mt. Cuba Center is a botanical garden that features a variety of native plants from the Piedmont region. The garden offers two hour docent led walking tours and features a picnic area where guests can bring their own food.
20.3 Miles
Battery Park covers 25 acres and has plenty of playgrounds, picnic areas, basketball courts and more. Castle Clinton, built before the 1812 war, had more than 4 million visitors in 2009 – according to the National Park Service this was the most visited park in America.
20.3 Miles
A historic building that dates back to 1832, the Frenchtown Railroad Ticket Office used to be part of a Civil War era railroad. The building has since been transplanted to its current location.
20.4 Miles
Located in Hockessin, Delaware, the Ashland Nature Center is dedicated to promoting nature appreciation and environmental conservation through wildlife education, school field trips, community presentations and other important events. Overnight lodging is available.
20.4 Miles
Offering a unique collection, Velocipede Museum features interesting bicycle exhibits along with a wealth of information about their history. The museum has further expanded to include displays and memorabilia relative to lighting and signage.
20.5 Miles
The historic New Castle Court House, now a museum and state landmark, was the original capitol building of the State of Delaware. It is now filled with artifacts and media related to Delaware's role as one of the thirteen original states.