- The list below includes 61 free or cheap things to do in or near Peterborough, New Hampshire, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Bowling, Playgrounds and Movie Theaters.
- From Miller State Park to Adam's Playground, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Peterborough and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Jaffrey, Fitchburg, Keene and Nashua.
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Lincoln St & Highland Street, Marlborough, MA 01752
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Featuring six miles of paved trails, the Assabet River Rail Trail is suitable for skateboarding, biking, jogging, or hiking. It passes through some downtown areas as well as some wilderness areas, and some spots are suitable for bird watching.
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Take a break from everyday life at Institute Park. Take a relaxing stroll while enjoying nature. Get some exercise on one of three lighted tennis courts. A pavilion also hosts concerts in the summer.
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One of the larger city parks in the area is Dean Park. It features an extensive children's playground, tennis courts, baseball/softball fields, a pond with ducks and geese, walking paths, and even several fountains.
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Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail, PO Box 1192, Concord, MA 01742
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Consisting of forest and wetland scenery, Bruce Freeman Rail Trail is a paved trail for joggers, cyclists, and roller-skaters. The trail itself is 10 feet wide and has rails to one side.
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Ward Park was named after the late Artemas Ward and stretches almost 20 acres. The park has a 2-foot wading pool, a local museum, a playground, a yoga studio, and tennis courts.
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Lawrence Heritage State Park restores historic buildings and offers special exhibits and education about the community's history. The park includes a visitor center, walkway, boathouse, and two recreational parks.
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Discover more than just books at the Concord Free Public Library. There's no other public library in the country that can provide as much insight into history as this one due to its close distance from many important historical locations.
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185 Salisbury Street, Worcester, MA 01609
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Over three million items are on 20 miles of shelves at American Antiquarian society, including books, newspapers, sheet music and more. Notably, the library holds the largest collection of printed materials through 1876. Free public tours are offered every Wednesday afternoon.
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A tiny zoo in Worcester, Green Hill Park Farm makes a great field trip destination for schools and youth groups. Some animals on the farm include pigs, chickens, ducks and miniature horses.
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Offering a variety of Irish specialties, The Claddagh Pub has a selection of beers to choose from, from Irish cider to Kentucky bourbon barrel ale. The pub has a full size stage that features live performances from touring rock bands.