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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17.5 Miles
88% 50 votes
Science Museums 210 West Holly, Bellingham, WA 98225 MoreLess Info
A wide variety of hands-on exhibits and science activities are offered at the Mindport. In addition to the science foundation of most of the exhibits, the children's museum has many art-based interactive displays.
17.6 Miles
97% 97 votes
Movie Theaters 1318 Bay Street, Bellingham, WA 98225 MoreLess Info
Pickford Film Center is a local independent theater that shows a variety of quality programs including documentaries on its two screens which are situated inside a restored building dating back to 19th century. The film center also owns a cafe and a lobby.
17.6 Miles
91% 145 votes
Science Museums 1312 Bay St, Bellingham, WA MoreLess Info
Exciting and interactive exhibits at the Spark Museum of Electrical Invention help to make learning about the history of electricity and radio fun. Inventions and innovations that changed the course of human history are on display, and electric shows are held every weekend.
17.6 Miles
96% 72 votes
Movie Theaters Oak Harbor, WA 98277 MoreLess Info
One of few drive-ins left, Blue Fox Drive-In Theatre. It has a good snack bar that serves full meals, kids can come in their pajamas, there is a go cart track, and a arcade, clean restrooms, and pets are welcomed as long as they are on a leash or in your car.
17.6 Miles
100% 8 votes
Movie Theaters 1416 Cornwall Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225 MoreLess Info
Known for its independent film screenings, Limelight Cinema offers visitors plush seating and shows films with digital projectors. The cinema features a wide range of independent movies; from art house films, to horror movies, to foreign flicks.
17.6 Miles
57% 7 votes
Bowling 1411 N State Street, Bellingham, WA 98225 MoreLess Info
The bowling alley, 20th Century Bowling, is a family friendly center that features an internet jukebox, a video game arcade, and a crane machine. The alley also has candy machines and can be rented for birthday parties.
17.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Go Karts 1403 Monroe Landing Road, Oak Harbor, WA 98277 MoreLess Info
Hosting double features, Blue Fox Drive In Theater provides spaces for visitors to park their cars and watch the movies. The theater also has a quarter mile go kart course for visitors to race on.
17.7 Miles
100% 60 votes
National & State Parks Eastsound, WA MoreLess Info
Sucia Island State Park has well-kept and spacious docks which offer beautiful views of the water. Additionally, the park also has a Fossil Bay where visitors can learn about the fossils found on the island as well as a network of walking trails and picnic areas.
17.7 Miles
62% 29 votes
History Museums 121 Prospect St, Bellingham, WA 98225 MoreLess Info
The Whatcom Museum hosts over 200,000 works of art and artifacts. As a Smithsonian affiliate, the museum offers revolving exhibits that range from the history of papermaking to Hollywood posters.
18.4 Miles
92% 53 votes
Breweries 2238 James Street, Bellingham, WA 98225 MoreLess Info
Kulshan Brewing Company is a 15 barrel brewery that produces a variety of beers. The brewery features a tap room for guests to visit, a dart board, and a sitting area.
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