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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Cold-press prints; signed by Lisa Jones or an abstract, colorful creation of an ethereal woman
18.9 Miles
86% 37 votes
Breweries 9445 Washington Blvd N, Suite F, Laurel, MD 20723 MoreLess Info
Jailbreak Brewing Company serves a variety of beers. Patrons can take tours of the brewery. Guests can also sample beers in the tasting room. Jailbreak Brewing Company does not serve food.
18.9 Miles
100% 6 votes
Parks 9751 Ox Road, Lorton, VA 22079 MoreLess Info
Located along the Occoquan River, Occoquan Regional Park provides access for fishing and boating as well as trails along the river and in wooded areas. The park's 400 acres includes open green space, sports facilities and picnic areas.
19.0 Miles
90% 21 votes
Bowling 2115 Priest Bridge Drive, Crofton, MD 21114 MoreLess Info
From league to recreational bowling, Crofton Bowling Centre is a bowling alley with a pro shop and shoe rentals. Every Friday and Saturday night, the alley hosts an event where visitors can bowl to a live DJ and flashing lights.
19.0 Miles
38% 8 votes
Laser Tag 624 Quince Orchard Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1999, Shadowland is a laser tag facility offering a number of amenities for its visitors to enjoy. In addition to laser tag, the facility also contains a game arcade as well as banquet halls available.
19.1 Miles
100% 8 votes
Bowling Crofton, MD MoreLess Info
Crofton Bowl offers 48 lanes of bowling, as well as a snack bar and a lounge with Keno machines. They offer bumper bowling for kids, league play, and automated scoreboards.
19.2 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks 1201-1399 Crain Highway, Crofton, MD 21114 MoreLess Info
A city park along the Patuxent River Greenway, Patuxent Ponds Park features two ponds, and allows catch and release fishing only. The area also features hiking trails with scenic woodland views.
19.3 Miles
100% 5 votes
Parks Town of Herndon Line, Herndon, VA 20170 MoreLess Info
With nearly six miles of interconnected pathways, the paved Sugarland Stream Valley Run Trail winds through marshes, streams and scenic woodlands. Outdoor opportunities here include walking, hiking, biking or observing nature.
19.4 Miles
100% 2 votes
Art Gallery 750 Center Street, Herndon, VA 20170 MoreLess Info
A community art gallery, ArtSpace Herndon is dedicated to cultivating local and aspiring artists in the Herndon area. Exhibits include local pieces by budding high school seniors, Fine Art Photography, and Technology Changing Arts among many others.
19.5 Miles
66% 53 votes
Bowling 1101 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD MoreLess Info
Bowl America Gaithersburg in located at Clopper Road provides classic fun for families and friends. They serve nachos, pizza and french fries from their snack bar. They have well-maintained vintage equipment and lanes.
19.5 Miles
81% 42 votes
Historic Sites 8600 Foundry Street, Savage, MD 20763 MoreLess Info
Historic Savage Mill is a 19th century cottom mill turned shopping complex which houses a range of stores offering apparel and accessories, in addition to multiple eateries.
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