Free & Cheap Things to Do in Washington, DC

  • The list below includes 502 free or cheap things to do in or near Washington, D.C., including 119 different types of inexpensive activities like Monuments, History Museums, Art Museum and Bus Tours.
  • From National Mall to Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Washington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Arlington, Silver Spring, Bethesda and Reston.
  • The list below includes 502 free or cheap things to do in or near Washington, D.C., including 119 different types of inexpensive activities like Monuments, History Museums, Art Museum and Bus Tours.
  • From National Mall to Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Washington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Arlington, Silver Spring, Bethesda and Reston.
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Master magicians Brian Curry and Mark Phillips compete for the “Golden Wand,” with the audience deciding the style of magic used
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- 1 votes
Playgrounds 3701 Northview Drive, Bowie, MD 20716 MoreLess Info
Enfield Chase Park is a residential park that provides visitors with tennis and basketball courts, soccer fields, and two separate playgrounds. The park also features a dog park area, as well as limited picnic facilities and restrooms.
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70% 53 votes
Movie Theaters 10659 Braddock Road, Fairfax, VA 22032 MoreLess Info
Adjacent to George Mason University, University Mall Theatres provides daily showings of movies. They offer usually one first-run film, several second-run films, and a presentation of The Rocky Horror Picture Show every Saturday at midnight.
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67% 9 votes
Skating Rinks 1800 Michael Faraday Ct, Reston, VA 20190 MoreLess Info
Skatequest is a skating venue that supports activities such as figure skating, hockey playing, and recreational skating. The facility features a fully stocked pro shop and is available for birthday parties.
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100% 1 votes
Swimming Pool 2040 Upper Lake Drive, Reston, VA 20191 MoreLess Info
At Reston Association Lake Thoreau Pool, visitors can swim laps in a 25 meter pool at a shallow depth of 5 feet. The aquatics facility also has a wading pool, spa, and picnic tables.
16.3 Miles
10% 29 votes
Movie Theaters 15200 Major Lansdale Blvd, Bowie, MD 20716 MoreLess Info
With mobile tickets and ticket kiosks, Regal Bowie Crossing 14 offers several purchasing alternatives for viewing the latest movie showings in its auditoriums. The theater provides discounted rates for seniors and military members.
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92% 13 votes
Pond 3330 Northview Drive, Bowie, MD 20717 MoreLess Info
Allen Pond Park is a 85 acre city park and home to the Bowie Ice Arena, Robert V. Setera Amphitheater, Bowie Skate Park, and Allen Pond. The park also offers several sporting facilities, picnic areas, trails, and a playground.
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Specialty Museums 2835 Belair Drive, Bowie, MD 20715 MoreLess Info
Constructed in 1907 by William Woodward, the building that now houses the Belair Stable Museum has been home to an impressive series of champion horses over the years. The museum features exhibits that highlight this legacy.
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93% 284 votes
Specialty Museums 11250 Waples Mill Road, Fairfax, VA MoreLess Info
There are 15 galleries which make up the National Firearms Museum. Guns that date form 1350 form the oldest pieces in the collection while present-day firearms are also put on display.
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100% 27 votes
Specialty Museums 2608 Mitchellville Rd, Bowie, MD MoreLess Info
The National Capital Radio and Television Museum shows visitors a chronological history of receivers used by radio listeners and television watchers over the years. Docent-guided, one-hour tours are offered. Open Fridays through Sundays. Admission is free.
16.4 Miles
42% 52 votes
Bowling 15720 Shady Grove Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 MoreLess Info
300 Shady Grove is a bowling alley and indoor entertainment complex that features a variety of amusements. The alley has open bowling as well as league and tournament play, cosmic bowling, games, including laser tag, and a restaurant and bar.
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