Free & Cheap Things to Do in Wheaton, MD

  • The list below includes 507 free or cheap things to do in or near Wheaton, Maryland, including 122 different types of inexpensive activities like Gardens, Amusement Parks (Kids), Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From Brookside Gardens to Brookside Nature Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Wheaton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
  • The list below includes 507 free or cheap things to do in or near Wheaton, Maryland, including 122 different types of inexpensive activities like Gardens, Amusement Parks (Kids), Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From Brookside Gardens to Brookside Nature Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Wheaton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
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10.6 Miles
92% 13204 votes
Aviation Museums Washington, DC 20560 MoreLess Info
At the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, guests are able to learn about the history of flight through a variety of exhibits. The location's collections celebrate flight in popular culture and the site also hosts events and temporary exhibitions.
10.6 Miles
98% 121 votes
Hiking Trails 11710 Macarthur Blvd, Potomac, MD 20854 MoreLess Info
Designed for more experienced hikers, the Great Falls Billy Goat Trail is 4 miles of natural beauty. Tucked away from the fast paced city, the hiking trail offers views of still pools, white rapids and lush foliage.
10.6 Miles
100% 22 votes
Waterfalls Great Falls Tavern, 11710 MacArthur Blvd, Potomac, MD 20854 MoreLess Info
Great Falls & the Potomac Gorge constitute a remarkable and unique ecosystem, a natural space unspoiled by its relative proximity to developed areas. The area features a diverse array of plant and animal species, as well as stunning views.
10.6 Miles
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Visitor Centers 11710 MacArthur Blvd, Potomac, MD 20854 MoreLess Info
The Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center is an information center that features a ballroom where dances and social events take place. The center is open year round Wednesday through Sunday.
10.6 Miles
100% 3 votes
Parks 1659 Chain Bridge Road, McLean, VA 22101 MoreLess Info
A small pocket of green in McLean, Lewinsville Park has several amenities for recreation and relaxation. The park contains baseball, soccer, basketball, and tennis as well as a small garden area.
10.6 Miles
94% 6800 votes
History Museums 100 Raoul Wallenberg Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20024 MoreLess Info
The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is a historical museum that chronicles the anti-Semitism and suffering during the period of the holocaust. The museum is most widely acclaimed for the 'Narrative History of the Holocaust' exhibit.
10.6 Miles
79% 675 votes
Art Gallery Independence Ave. SW, Smithsonian Institutions, Washington, DC 20560 MoreLess Info
The Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden is an art museum featuring several permanent and temporary art exhibits. The sculpture garden houses over twenty unique sculptures. The museum also hosts various educational programs and offers guided tours on request.
10.7 Miles
92% 1812 votes
Botanical Gardens Washington, DC 20001 MoreLess Info
One of the most beautiful indoor gardens in the nation is the United States Botanic Garden. The garden includes a rose garden, the First Ladies water garden, a jungle habitat and more.
10.7 Miles
39% 23 votes
Dog Park 1299 N Herndon Street, Arlington, VA 22201 MoreLess Info
The Clarendon Dog Park is a community-based neighborhood park that is covered in a mix of soft gravel and grass. One of the most popular features of the dog park are large fountains that the canines can run through and play in.
10.8 Miles
60% 91 votes
Monuments Memorial Parkway, Arlington, VA MoreLess Info
As an expression of gratitude towards the Dutch people for their help during and after World War II, Netherlands Carillon was dedicated. The 49 bell carillon is a reminder of our friends and their service every time the bells sound.
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