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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View DC monuments and landmarks during double-decker bus tour of the city; choose various museums to visit
21.6 Miles
63% 8 votes
Laser Tag 22446 Davis Dr, Ste 127, Sterling, VA 20164 MoreLess Info
Sudden Combat is an indoor paintball, laser tag and fitness arena packed inside a 15,000 square foot facility. Professional law enforcement training is also featured along with after hours group parties.
21.6 Miles
90% 50 votes
Go Karts 45915 Maries Rd, Ste 170, Sterling, VA 20166 MoreLess Info
From public racing to racing leagues, Allsports Grand Prix provides an indoor track for go-kart racing. The track is oval shaped, with 4 main curves and turns to navigate through.
21.6 Miles
50% 2 votes
Mysterious Sites Algonkian Regional Park, 47001 Fairway Drive, Sterling, VA 20165 MoreLess Info
Halloween Woods Haunted Forest is a scare destination that features a variety of costumed actors and elaborate horror set-pieces in an outdoor setting. The attraction also features a rock wall and refreshments for sale.
21.7 Miles
- 1 votes
Swimming Pool 6400 Martin Road, Columbia, MD 21044 MoreLess Info
The Clemens Crossing Pool is an outdoor public pool that is home to a snack bar, an 8-lane main pool, and a slide. The pool also has shade structures, Wi-Fi, and a nearby baseball field.
21.7 Miles
64% 64 votes
Family Fun Center 22400 Davis Drive, Sterling, VA 20164 MoreLess Info
Rebounderz is an indoor recreational facility that features in the air dodge ball, basketball slam, an open jump area, and a video arcade. The facility also has a Wi-Fi lounge and cafe.
21.7 Miles
88% 56 votes
Aviation Museums 14390 Air & Space Museum Parkway, Chantilly, VA 20151 MoreLess Info
Run by the Smithsonian Institution, the National Air & Space Museum is a museum that houses the world's largest collection of space and aviation artifacts and memorabilia. In addition to tours, the museum also offers access to lectures and events.
21.7 Miles
100% 7 votes
Dog Park 13000 Minnieville Road, Woodbridge, VA 22192 MoreLess Info
Founded in honor of a fallen police dog, the K-9 Gunner Memorial Dog Park provides a large area for pets to socialize and exercise together. The park provides clean-up bags for the dogs' waste as well as agility equipment.
21.8 Miles
96% 67 votes
Farmers Markets 12613 Wisteria Drive, Germantown, MD 20874 MoreLess Info
Serving fresh baked goods and homemade cheese, Lancaster County Dutch Market offers a variety of produce, candy, and meat. The market produces Amish food staples like sausage, pretzels, and pies.
21.8 Miles
93% 14 votes
Parks 7200 Dockside Ln, Columbia, MD 21046 MoreLess Info
Lake Elkhorn Park is a small park housing a 37 acre lake with an average depth of 8 feet. The lake is suitable for trout and bass fishing. The park also maintains a walking trail, picnic areas, and a playground.
21.8 Miles
68% 22 votes
Movie Theaters Steven F Udvar-Hazy Center, 14390 Air & Space Museum Parkway, Chantilly, VA 20151 MoreLess Info
As the biggest IMAX screen in all of Northern Virginia, the Airbus IMAX Theatre strives to give movie-goers a unique and memorable movie experience. The movies are projected on special screens that are several stories high.
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