Free & Cheap Things to Do in Anacortes, WA

  • The list below includes 114 free or cheap things to do in or near Anacortes, Washington, including 75 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Kayaking, Bowling and Movie Theaters.
  • From Washington Park to Mt Erie Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Anacortes and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bellingham, Oak Harbor, Friday Harbor and Mount Vernon.
  • The list below includes 114 free or cheap things to do in or near Anacortes, Washington, including 75 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Kayaking, Bowling and Movie Theaters.
  • From Washington Park to Mt Erie Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Anacortes and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bellingham, Oak Harbor, Friday Harbor and Mount Vernon.
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15.5 Miles
90% 71 votes
Military Museums 315 W. Pioneer Way, Simard Hall, Bldg. 12,, Oak Harbor, WA MoreLess Info
The PBY-Naval Air Museum helps preserve the history of naval aviation of NAS Whidbey Island and in specific the WWII PBY Catalina aircraft. The 4700 sq. ft. museum also includes two flight simulators to fly and a museum store.
15.5 Miles
90% 71 votes
Aviation Museums Oak Harbor, WA 98277 MoreLess Info
The PBY Naval Air Museum is dedicated to the preservation and study of all Catalina aircraft and history of the island. The museum features displays taking visitors from WWII to today, as well as flight simulators and other artifacts that educate and entertain patrons.
15.5 Miles
50% 2 votes
Horseback Riding 2326 N Happy Valley Road, Oak Harbor, WA 98277 MoreLess Info
Situated on 80 acres, Des Fountain Horse Training has a training facility with amenities like two indoor arenas, an outdoor arena, over 100 stalls, and gated pastures. Visitors can received horsemanship lessons from experienced trainers at the facility.
15.6 Miles
37% 27 votes
Parks SE Bayshore Drive, Oak Harbor, WA 98277 MoreLess Info
At Flintstone Park, visitors can climb in a concrete replica of famous cartoon character Fred Flintstone's car for a photo op. Located on the shoreline, the park also features a pier and picnic tables.
15.6 Miles
100% 9 votes
Art Gallery 830 SE Pioneer Way, Oak Harbor, WA MoreLess Info
Owned by a coop of artists, the Garry Oak Gallery was opened in 2008. The gallery features an array of original artwork in a variety of different media, and offers both high end pieces and more affordable ones.
15.7 Miles
100% 15 votes
Parks South State St & Bayview Drive, Bellingham, WA 98225 MoreLess Info
Boulevard Park provides a range of amenities including a playground, fishing dock and trails for walking and riding. There is an overwater boardwalk and beach as well as barbeque grills and picnic tables. The park also offers a concert series.
15.7 Miles
25% 4 votes
Movie Theaters 1321 SW Barlow Street, Oak Harbor, WA 98277 MoreLess Info
The small Oak Harbor Cinemas features four individual auditoriums with old-style seating. Major first-run Hollywood films are presented at a few showings each day and there is a limited concession stand.
15.9 Miles
69% 36 votes
Parks 1600 S. Beeksma Drive, Oak Harbor, WA MoreLess Info
Known by residents as the 'City Beach', Windjammer Park is a multi-purpose outdoor space. Equipped with baseball fields, a playground, basketball courts and a swimming pool, it is a great benefit to the Oak Harbor community.
16.2 Miles
75% 4 votes
Parks 1885-2199 SW Fort Nugent Avenue, Oak Harbor, WA 98277 MoreLess Info
Located along 40 acres, the Fort Nugent Park is a prominent community recreational area that focuses in providing athletic facilities like five soccer fields, two football fields, one baseball field, and two volleyball courts. The site also features a public art display and an 18-hole disc golf course.
16.5 Miles
98% 148 votes
Rafting 336 36th Street, Suite 191, Bellingham, WA 98225 MoreLess Info
Triad River Tours â€' Day Tours is a white water rafting excursion company that offers an eagle watching tour, a wine tasting adventure, and a river nature trip. The company runs tours on the Salmon, Owyhee, and Snake Rivers.
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