- The list below includes 648 free or cheap things to do in or near Watertown, Massachusetts, including 111 different types of inexpensive activities like Playgrounds, Specialty Museums, Parks and Bike Paths.
- From Charles River Reservation - Heart Healthy Trail to Charles River Path, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Watertown and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boston, Lowell, Cambridge and Salem.
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Surrounded by large, shady trees and lush greenery is the Dealtry Memorial Pool. The public pool offers free entry, on site lifeguards and a 44 yard long swimming area with shallow and deep ends.
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Run by a local historical society, Edmund Fowle House & Museum is a historic building where the Treaty of Watertown was signed. Today the house serves as a museum filled with artifacts from the Civil War.
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A multipurpose arts and cultural facility, the Arsenal Center for the Arts spans more than 30,000 square feet. The center hosts an array of musical and theatrical performances, and offers classes and workshops.
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Greater Boston Hockey is a drafted adult-only hockey league with several competitive teams in their line-up. They are focused on parity and professionalism and aim to create a social and fun team playing environment.
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As a museum run by two local magicians, Magic Art Studio features the largest collection of Petrie Lewis products. The museum houses antique magic equipment like pistols, cards, and an award won by Houdini.
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Featuring an NHL regulation sized rink, John A. Ryan Skating Arena hosts public skating sessions for the community. The arena has amenities like heated seating stands, viewing rooms, and concession stands.
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Opened in 1979, the Plumbing Museum is a museum dedicated to displaying information and exhibits solely about the trade of plumbing from history to present day. The museum is popular among fellow plumbers, tradesmen, and other curious individuals.
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The 6-acre Forte Memorial Park is a recreational park that has a pre-school play area with swings. The park also features a city memorial site, a lighted basketball court, bocce ball courts, and a stage performance area.
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Originally opened in 1916, the Chatham Orpheum Theater was the first movie house in the area. It continues to serve the community with updated projection technologies including 3-D and 6.1 Surround Sound on two theater screens.
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The historic Newton History Museum is a museum that collects, preserves, interprets, and exhibits artifacts of local significance. The museum is best known for the 'Civil War' and 'Anti-Slavery' exhibits.