Free & Cheap Things to Do in Silver Spring, MD

  • The list below includes 507 free or cheap things to do in or near Silver Spring, Maryland, including 121 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Swimming Pool and Skating Rinks.
  • From Sligo Creek Park to Wheaton Claridge Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Silver Spring and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Bethesda and Reston.
  • The list below includes 507 free or cheap things to do in or near Silver Spring, Maryland, including 121 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Swimming Pool and Skating Rinks.
  • From Sligo Creek Park to Wheaton Claridge Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Silver Spring and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Bethesda and Reston.
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Depeche Mode tribute recreates the new-wave act’s look and moody, synth-pop hits
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87% 23 votes
Scenic Walks George Washington Memorial Parkway, McLean, VA 22101 MoreLess Info
The George Washington Memorial Parkway is a scenic driving route stretching 25 miles long along the Potomac River. Views of local wildlife including deer and bald eagles are featured along with trails and national landmarks.
7.0 Miles
93% 5512 votes
Monuments 17th Street NW, between Constitution and Independence Avenues, Washington, DC 20006 MoreLess Info
Opened in 2004, the National World War II Memorial was built to honor the over 16-million individuals who served the United States during WWII. The memorial features numerous statues, displays, and pillars in honor of those veterans who served.
7.1 Miles
92% 1812 votes
Botanical Gardens Washington, DC 20001 MoreLess Info
One of the most beautiful indoor gardens in the nation is the United States Botanic Garden. The garden includes a rose garden, the First Ladies water garden, a jungle habitat and more.
7.1 Miles
96% 15395 votes
Monuments Washington, DC 20242 MoreLess Info
One of the most iconic sites in the city, the Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool is the largest reflecting pool in Washington D.C. The site, located at the base of the Lincoln Memorial's steps, was the site of Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I Have a Dream' speech.
7.1 Miles
92% 13204 votes
Aviation Museums Washington, DC 20560 MoreLess Info
At the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, guests are able to learn about the history of flight through a variety of exhibits. The location's collections celebrate flight in popular culture and the site also hosts events and temporary exhibitions.
7.1 Miles
58% 12 votes
Skating Rinks 10610 Westlake Drive, Rockville, MD 20852 MoreLess Info
Hosting open skate sessions, Cabin John Park Ice Rink provides three skating rinks for hockey and figure skating. The hockey rink is NHL regulation sized, while the figure skating rink is Olympics regulation sized.
7.1 Miles
79% 675 votes
Art Gallery Independence Ave. SW, Smithsonian Institutions, Washington, DC 20560 MoreLess Info
The Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden is an art museum featuring several permanent and temporary art exhibits. The sculpture garden houses over twenty unique sculptures. The museum also hosts various educational programs and offers guided tours on request.
7.2 Miles
86% 22 votes
Dog Park 10900 Westlake Drive, Bethesda, MD 20817 MoreLess Info
With fresh water and a safe environment, Cabin John Dog Park is considered a top dog park. Open sunrise to sunset, patrons can allow their pets to go leashless and mingle with other dogs while socializing with other dog lovers.
7.2 Miles
94% 6800 votes
History Museums 100 Raoul Wallenberg Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20024 MoreLess Info
The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is a historical museum that chronicles the anti-Semitism and suffering during the period of the holocaust. The museum is most widely acclaimed for the 'Narrative History of the Holocaust' exhibit.
7.2 Miles
63% 3438 votes
Bus Tours Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, DC MoreLess Info
Big Bus Tours Washington DC is a business that offers guests the opportunity to tour America's Capital by bus. During the tours, guests are led by experienced guides and see attractions including the White House, Capitol Hill, and Lincoln Memorial.
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