Free & Cheap Things to Do in Philadelphia, PA

  • The list below includes 225 free or cheap things to do in or near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, including 105 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Art Museum, Neighborhoods and Colleges & Universities.
  • From Independence National Historical Park to University of Pennsylvania, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Philadelphia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Chester, Cherry Hill, Wilmington and Camden.
  • The list below includes 225 free or cheap things to do in or near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, including 105 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Art Museum, Neighborhoods and Colleges & Universities.
  • From Independence National Historical Park to University of Pennsylvania, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Philadelphia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Chester, Cherry Hill, Wilmington and Camden.
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Rupaul’s Drag Race alums such as Sasha Velour and Trinity Taylor walk the catwalk, battling it out for the best look
24.1 Miles
56% 9 votes
Dog Park Pottstown Pike and Greenhill Road, West Chester, PA 19380 MoreLess Info
With an entirely fenced in space, Rooney's Dog Park does not require dogs to be on a leash. Benches are offered for human companions to sit while the dogs are free to run and play in the park.
24.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Recreation Centers 360 Eagle Road, Newtown, PA 18940 MoreLess Info
The Newtown Grant Master Recreational Center is a recreational facility that is a part of the Newtown Grant Homeowners Association. The center features a pool, tennis and basketball courts, soccer fields, a baseball diamond, and a playground.
24.4 Miles
73% 94 votes
Movie Theaters 140 Market Street, Collegeville, PA 19426 MoreLess Info
The Movie Tavern Providence Town Center is a unique cinema that provides visitors with a memorable and luxurious movie-viewing experience. Guests are served full meals and drinks while reclining in high quality seats watching the films.
24.6 Miles
100% 3 votes
Parks 1001 N Park Drive, Wilmington, DE 19802 MoreLess Info
Brandywine Park is divided by grey stone walls built of local stone in the late 1800's. The park maintains trails that wind along creeks along with open fields that are excellent for picnics, kite flying and disc golf.
24.7 Miles
95% 236 votes
Art Museum 138 S Pine Street, Doylestown, PA 18901 MoreLess Info
The James A. Michener Art Museum contains 2,700 items mainly created in Pennsylvania. The museum has a large collection of Pennsylvania impressionist paintings, and furniture from the Arts and Crafts movement.
24.7 Miles
100% 13 votes
History Museums 84 S Pine Street, Doylestown, PA 18901 MoreLess Info
Located in the palatial home of Henry Chapman Mercer, the Fonthill Museum features scenic grounds as well as a large collection of art and artifacts, including some of Mercer's own tiles. Tours are available, and the museum hosts weddings.
24.8 Miles
77% 193 votes
Piers & Boardwalks Riverfront on Christiana River, Wilmington, DE MoreLess Info
Wilmington Riverwalk is a 1,3 mile-long riverwalk, where the visitor can relax and enjoy the sight of the many species of plants guarding the trail. Birdhouses are all over the place. The Hare pavilion can accommodate 300 people.
24.8 Miles
90% 78 votes
Historic Homes 520 Dublin Rd, Doylestown, PA MoreLess Info
Green Hills Farm was the home of Pearl S. Buck for over 40 years. At the home which was constructed in 1825, visitors can see the desk where she wrote 'The Good Earth' along with many artworks from around the world.
24.8 Miles
96% 204 votes
Movie Theaters 20 E. State Street, Doylestown, PA 18901 MoreLess Info
Children are encouraged to dress as their favorite film character, and attend the Saturday Kid's Matinees, while adults are welcome to watch independent art films, foreign films, and classic Hollywood films at The Country Theater. This theater first opened in 1938.
24.8 Miles
58% 12 votes
National & State Parks 690 South Creek Road, West Chester, PA 19382 MoreLess Info
Resting beside the Brandywine River, the Brandywine Picnic Park in West Chester, Pennsylvania is open from mid-May to mid-September. Featured activities include softball, paddle boating and tubing. Midway activities are featured as well.
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