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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Scallops, steak, chicken, and fish hibachi entrees come with soup or salad, two pieces of shrimp, vegetables, fried rice, and noodles
41.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 120 Pixley, Great Barrington, MA 1230 MoreLess Info
Artful Mind Artzine is a publication dedicated to promoting local arts in the community. The magazine contains interviews from local artists, a calendar of local art events, and a variety of other relevant art information.
41.5 Miles
93% 27 votes
River Arlington, VT MoreLess Info
Rising through Vermont, the Battenkill River is nearly 60 miles in length with many different activities for visitors. The most popular is fishing for trout, but there is also plenty of hiking, walking, canoeing, and kayaking.
41.9 Miles
100% 5 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Shady Lane, Saugerties, NY 12477 MoreLess Info
Esopus Bend Nature Preserve is a 161 acre nature preserve and home to a variety of plant and wildlife. Visitors to the preserve can participate in guided nature walks, kayak and canoe tours, butterfly walks, and animal tracking tours.
42.2 Miles
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Art Gallery RR 7, Arlington, VT 5250 MoreLess Info
The Rockwell Exhibition & Gift Shop is a collection of the works of the famed American artist Norman Rockwell. The facility also sells a wide array of prints and collectibles related to Rockwell's work.
42.8 Miles
95% 203 votes
Observation Decks Woodstock, NY MoreLess Info
With a little effort and a hike up a gravel trail, your visit to Overlook Mountain will provide you with photo opportunities and breath-taking vistas. At the top, hikers can explore the ruins of an old hotel and climb the fire tower to see the landscapes.
42.9 Miles
100% 3 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Hawley, Charlemont, MA MoreLess Info
A preserved New England bog, Hawley Bog is an unusual and distinctive ecosystem. Visitors can see a variety of bog plants, including orchids in season, as well as an array of wildlife.
43.0 Miles
88% 48 votes
Art Gallery Sugar Shack Lane, Arlington, VT 05250 MoreLess Info
The years that the artist spent in the area between the years of 1939 and 1953 are memorialized at the Norman Rockwell Exhibition. The specific pieces shown at the display focus on the community and lives of those who lived in the area.
43.4 Miles
80% 30 votes
Specialty Shops 5187 Vermont Route 7A, Arlington, VT 05250 MoreLess Info
Several types of cheeses are offered at The Vermont Cheese House. Visits revolve around purchasing and tasting cheeses along with a variety of wines from around the United States and specialty sweets.
44.0 Miles
88% 162 votes
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Opus 40

Sculpture Parks 50 Fite Road, Saugerties, NY 12477 MoreLess Info
Designated as a National Historic Place, Opus 40 is 6 ½ acres of earthwork sculpture created by a single man, Harvey Fite. The site was created using bluestone and includes sculpted walkways, stairs, statues, and includes a Quarryman's Museum.
44.3 Miles
Zoar Outdoor is a local tour company which specializes in outdoor adventure activities such as whitewater rafting, canoeing, kayaking, ziplining and more.
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