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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Museum with an authentic Civil War surgeon’s tent, a 19th century holding coffin, and dioramas detailing medical evacuations
24.7 Miles
62% 117 votes
Breweries 21730 Red Rum Dr, Ste 147, Ashburn, VA 20147 MoreLess Info
The name for the Lost Rhino Brewing Co. comes from the surfer term rhino chaser. Their on-site tasting room offers a wide range of craft beers, light fare from locally sourced ingredients, and live music events on Fridays and Saturdays.
24.8 Miles
100% 12 votes
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Bles Park

National & State Parks 44830 Riverside Pkwy, Ashburn, VA 20148 MoreLess Info
Created for the community, Bles Park offers a variety of outdoor activities. Along with soccer fields, the park is equipped with a playground and hiking trails offering scenic views of nature and wildlife.
24.8 Miles
82% 82 votes
National & State Parks 7700 Bull Run Drive, Centreville, VA 20121 MoreLess Info
The spacious fields of Bull Run Regional Park offers many outdoor activities like picnicking, camping, hiking, disc golf, and shooting at the public range. During the summer a large outdoor pool is open as well.
24.8 Miles
88% 133 votes
National & State Parks 2001 Daniel K Ludwig Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22191 MoreLess Info
The Leesylvania State Park is considered to be a historic site in the region as it was visited by Captain John Smith and serves as the ancestral home area for Virginia's legendary Fairfax and Lee families. There are also many outdoor activities for visitors, including picnicking, hiking, fishing, and boating.
24.8 Miles
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Artsy

Arts & Crafts Classes 707 Old Donaldson Avenue, Severn, MD 21144 MoreLess Info
Artsy Partsy is a creative art studio for children. Attractions include several children's art classes, a crayon bounce house, a spin art machine, private hosting availability for parties, and a variety of special events.
25.0 Miles
70% 10 votes
Family Fun Center 23520 Overland Drive #146, Sterling, VA 20166 MoreLess Info
Panther Family Fun Center is a family entertainment center and arcade featuring a laser tag arena. The center hosts laser tag day camps for children and is available for private party hosting.
25.0 Miles
93% 29 votes
Parks 10000 Rt 108, Columbia, MD 21045 MoreLess Info
Centennial Park is a 325 acre park populated by fields, woodlands, wetlands, and a large lake. Visitors to the park can find picnic, playground, and sports areas, as well as a variety of wildlife.
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Baseball Fields 6685C Santa Barbara Court, Ste c, Elkridge, MD 21075 MoreLess Info
Extra Innings of Elkridge features indoor batting cages for baseball enthusiasts of all ages. The center is open year round and features over 23,000 square feet of training area and seven indoor batting cages.
25.0 Miles
70% 20 votes
Movie Theaters 8890 Mathis Avenue, Manassas, VA 20110 MoreLess Info
Within the Manassas 4 Cinemas, visitors can enjoy presentations within four individual auditoriums. Popular first-run films are shown at the movie theater which offers discount Tuesday ticket prices for all shows.
25.0 Miles
67% 15 votes
Laser Tag 23520 Overland Drive, Sterling, VA 20166 MoreLess Info
The Panther Family Laser Tag & Amusement Center is a location that is meant to provide fun and entertainment to those who visit. Amenities at the center include laser tag, air hockey, and a video game arcade.
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