Free & Cheap Things to Do in Albany, NY

  • The list below includes 62 free or cheap things to do in or near Albany, New York, including 85 different types of inexpensive activities like Historic Sites, Movie Theaters, Parks and Architectural Buildings.
  • From Washington Park to US Route 20, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Albany and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Troy, Schenectady, Clifton Park and Saratoga Springs.
  • The list below includes 62 free or cheap things to do in or near Albany, New York, including 85 different types of inexpensive activities like Historic Sites, Movie Theaters, Parks and Architectural Buildings.
  • From Washington Park to US Route 20, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Albany and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Troy, Schenectady, Clifton Park and Saratoga Springs.
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Chefs expertly prepare mix of classic southern and northern Indian cuisine including vegetarian, non-vegetarian, vegan, Indo-Chinese options
37.8 Miles
65% 17 votes
Farmers Markets 3689 Route 32, Saugerties, NY 12477 MoreLess Info
At Vinnie's Farm Market, visitors can purchase fresh produce and baked goods. The market is known for its fresh apples, which are picked daily and added to goods like cider and doughnuts.
38.4 Miles
100% 4 votes
National & State Parks Williamstown, MA MoreLess Info
Taconic Trail State Park offers a variety of trails for hiking and driving, and an array of natural scenery. Perhaps the most striking feature is Berlin Mountain, the park's highest peak, which offers panoramic views of the surrounding area.
38.6 Miles
92% 12 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Cooper Creek Road, Lee, MA 01238 MoreLess Info
Enjoy serenity, nature and wildlife at Goose Pond Reservation. Visitors to this scenic mountain lake enjoy swimming, kayaking and canoeing. There's even a place for picnicking. Open year-round from sunrise to sunset.
39.3 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks Riverside Drive, Saugerties, NY 12477 MoreLess Info
George J. Terpening Sr. Memorial Park in Malden is a relatively little park that offers some nice views of the Hudson River. The park has a boat launch with concrete ramp and dock, picnic tables and is right on the water.
39.8 Miles
33% 3 votes
Family Fun Center 455 Washington Avenue Ext, Saugerties, NY 12477 MoreLess Info
At Puttin Plus Inc, visitors can play an 18-hole miniature golf course landscaped with palm trees, ponds, and more. The center also has go-karting, batting cages, an arcade, laser tag, and water tag activities.
40.1 Miles
100% 7 votes
Skating Rinks 6 Small World Avenue, Saugerties, NY 12477 MoreLess Info
At Kiwanis Ice Rink, visitors can freestyle skate at the large recreational ice skate area at this facility. The rink also hosts hockey games and practices, as well as figure skating lessons.
40.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Kayaking 5827 Route 313, Arlington, VT 05250 MoreLess Info
Big Big on the Battenkill offers outdoor recreational activities including trout fly fishing, kayaking and tubing. They rent both tubes and kayaks with life jackets and if patrons have their own equipment, Battenkill provides drop off transportation for a fee.
40.4 Miles
81% 16 votes
History Museums 13 Bach Road, Saugerties, NY 12477 MoreLess Info
Woodstock Museum is a small in size, privately owned establishment. The museum is filled with books, posters, photos and a very strong smell of incense. It's purposes are to gather, display, disseminate and develop the concept and reality of Woodstock.
40.6 Miles
92% 13 votes
Parks 1 - 3 Malden Avenue, Saugerties, NY 12477 MoreLess Info
Picturesque gardens, lily pad filled ponds and scenic walking trails make up Saugerties Seamon Park. An ideal picnic location, the park is decorated with brightly colored mums, statues and an historical water wheel.
40.9 Miles
100% 6 votes
Playgrounds 43 Partition street, Saugerties, NY 12477 MoreLess Info
Providing outdoor activities for the entire family, Saugerties Village Beach & Playground is a popular park in the warmer months. Along with swimming and other beach fun, the park also allows for both kayaking and boating.
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