Free & Cheap Things to Do in Reading, PA

  • The list below includes 76 free or cheap things to do in or near Reading, Pennsylvania, including 105 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Arts Centers, Arcades and Bowling.
  • From Gring's Mill Rec Area to Carsonia Lake, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Reading and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Ephrata, Lititz, Pottstown and Intercourse.
  • The list below includes 76 free or cheap things to do in or near Reading, Pennsylvania, including 105 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Arts Centers, Arcades and Bowling.
  • From Gring's Mill Rec Area to Carsonia Lake, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Reading and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Ephrata, Lititz, Pottstown and Intercourse.
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48.9 Miles
90% 1553 votes
Visitor Centers 1 North Independence Mall West, Philadelphia, PA 19106 MoreLess Info
At Independence Visitor Center, visitors can speak with knowledgeable staff to learn about the region's major museums, tours, parks, and events. The center has complimentary maps and brochures available to visitors.
49.0 Miles
92% 791 votes
History Museums 101 South Independence Mall East, Philadelphia, PA 19106 MoreLess Info
Core exhibits at the National Museum of American Jewish History trace the story of Jewish immigration to America, from its beginnings in the mid-1600s to present day, including a Hall of Fame featuring eighteen high-profile Jewish-Americans including Albert Einstein, Leonard Bernstein and Steven Spielberg.
49.0 Miles
67% 3 votes
Skating Rinks 941 Vander Avenue, York, PA 17403 MoreLess Info
The York City Ice arena is a community-managed facility that actually houses two separate ice surfaces. This allows the rink to play host to local hockey teams and figure skating competitions while also offering public lessons and open skate sessions.
49.1 Miles
81% 31 votes
National & State Parks Whittaker Rd, Newark, DE MoreLess Info
Iron Hill Park covers 335 acres and it has among others picnic areas, playgrounds, disc-golf courses and a pavilion which can be rented for special occasions. Two special dog exercises areas are also inside the park. An archeological museum is also in the premises.
49.1 Miles
History Museums 1 Lincoln Circle at Reservoir Park, Harrisburg, PA MoreLess Info
The National Civil War Museum contains 4,400 artifacts, along with 21,000 archival pieces covering both sides of the Civil War. The museum is divided into a timeline so visitors can understand what happened when during the Civil War.
49.1 Miles
85% 187 votes
Parks Walnut Street between Sixth and Seventh Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106 MoreLess Info
A walk of reminiscence, Washington Square Park has memorials and landmarks to remind you of America's revolutionary past. The tomb of the 'Unknown Soldier' is guarded at the center of the park by a statue of George Washington himself.
49.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
Pubs 519 E Basin Road, New Castle, DE 19720 MoreLess Info
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.
49.2 Miles
73% 56 votes
Farmers Markets 110 N. DuPont Hwy, New Castle, DE 19720 MoreLess Info
Permanent vendors and casual sellers find their place at the New Castle Farmer's Market. It offers all types of things for the bargain seeker, from pets to Amish food specialties.
49.2 Miles
92% 1588 votes
National & State Parks 143 South Third Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106 MoreLess Info
The Independence National Historical Park features the Liberty Bell Center, Independence Hall, Benjamin Franklin Museum, B. Free Franklin Post Office, City Tavern, Congress Hall, Great Essential Exhibit, and Independence Archeology Lab. The mile long block is where the Declaration of Independence and the United…
49.2 Miles
91% 77 votes
History Museums 250 East Market Street, York, PA 17403 MoreLess Info
History buffs are in seventh heaven at the York County Heritage Trust in York, Pennsylvania. This museum has exhibits and activities for adults and children. It features exhibits from throughout York's history, and particularly emphasizes its role in the Civil War.
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