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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Words Beats & Life Washington DC MoreLess Info
We harness the power of the imagination to reshape the lives and communities we serve.
17.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
Arts Centers 12001 Market St, Ste 103, Reston, VA 20190 MoreLess Info
Featuring regularly rotating exhibits of artwork, Greater Reston Arts Center offers youth and adult programs for the arts. The center hosts an annual festival for the region that features arts and crafts from over 200 artists.
17.9 Miles
80% 50 votes
Parks Lorton, VA MoreLess Info
The Pohick Bay Regional Park is one of only three access points to the Potomac River, which allows for free canoeing, kayaking, and paddle boating. Around the water itself, visitors can hike, camp, and enjoy the picnic and playground areas.
17.9 Miles
79% 14 votes
National & State Parks West Ox Rd., Chantilly, VA MoreLess Info
Ox Hill Battlefield Park is a historical park, as it was the setting for the only major Civil War battle of Fairfax County. Kiosks throughout the park teach visitors the history as they stroll through this peaceful area.
18.0 Miles
67% 6 votes
Skating Rinks 9890 Brewers Ct, Laurel, MD 20723 MoreLess Info
The Laurel Skating Center is a recreational skating facility that offers skating lessons, classes, and party packages. The facility is available for birthday parties and has classes for children ages 5 and older.
18.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Recreation Centers 9411 Whiskey Bottom Road, Laurel, MD 20723 MoreLess Info
Providing fitness opportunities to the community, North Laurel Community Center offers amenities like a gymnasium, activity rooms, and fitness equipment. The center has a 12,000 square foot skate park with a cement bowl and ramps.
18.0 Miles
35% 37 votes
Movie Theaters 4110 W Ox Road, Fairfax, VA 22033 MoreLess Info
A 10-screen movie theater, Regal Fairfax Towne Center 10 displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers reclining chairs, reserved seating, self-service and mobile ticketing, a game room and a concession area with food and drinks.
18.2 Miles
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Parks 3601 Whiskey Bottom Road, Laurel, MD 20724 MoreLess Info
Bacontown Park has several amenities for sports including a roller hockey court, two basketball courts, a tennis court and a baseball field. They also have a playground and a 332 ft paved trail.
18.2 Miles
100% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 10406 Gunston Road, Lorton, VA 22079 MoreLess Info
Featuring 13.4 miles of hiking trails, the Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area is a recreational area popular among nature enthusiasts. The area also offers seven miles of horseback riding trails as well as over 800 acres of forest area.
18.3 Miles
58% 24 votes
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Xscape 14

Movie Theaters 7710 Matapeake Business Drive, Brandywine, MD 20613 MoreLess Info
Catch the latest and greatest films at Xscape 14. Theater features include 70-foot screens, digital projection, 50 speakers and leather recliners. Don't forget a stop at the concession stand. A party room is available for booking.
18.3 Miles
36% 22 votes
Movie Theaters 629 Center Point Way, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 MoreLess Info
A movie theater featuring 10 auditoriums, Paragon Kentlands 10 displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers stadium seating, a party room and a concession area with food and drinks.
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