Free & Cheap Things to Do in Arlington, VA

  • The list below includes 490 free or cheap things to do in or near Arlington, Virginia, including 118 different types of inexpensive activities like Monuments, Dog Park, Parks and Bike Paths.
  • From Tomb of the Unknowns to Arlington National Cemetery, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Arlington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Silver Spring, Reston and Bethesda.
  • The list below includes 490 free or cheap things to do in or near Arlington, Virginia, including 118 different types of inexpensive activities like Monuments, Dog Park, Parks and Bike Paths.
  • From Tomb of the Unknowns to Arlington National Cemetery, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Arlington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Silver Spring, Reston and Bethesda.
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Uncork and Color Northern Virginia Area, Manassas, VA MoreLess Info
From the merchant: There’s no experience necessary and we’ll provide all the supplies!
3.4 Miles
73% 15 votes
Parks 4401 W Braddock Road, Alexandria, VA 22304 MoreLess Info
The 45-acre Fort Ward Park was once an important Civil War site, and today features a museum and hosts historical reenactments. The park features sheltered and unsheltered picnic areas, soccer fields, a playground, paved loop and an amphitheater.
3.4 Miles
95% 3831 votes
Monuments Off West Basin Drive, Washington, DC 20242 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to the famous Depression era and World War II president, Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial features a life-sized sculpture of the man with his dog. The memorial features several other bronze sculptures and a waterfall.
3.5 Miles
70% 27 votes
Religious Buildings 150 South Washington St, Falls Church, VA 22046 MoreLess Info
The Falls Church, a historic Episcopal church near Washington, D.C., dates back to in 1732. Worship is held weekly, and Christian Education is available for all ages. Musical concerts are also offered.
3.6 Miles
88% 49 votes
Historic Sites 4301 West Braddock Road, Alexandria, VA 22304 MoreLess Info
Built to protect the area during the Civil War in the mid-1800s, Fort Ward Museum & Park now interprets the history of the period through exhibits, tours, interpretive programs and living history activities.
3.6 Miles
67% 15 votes
Historic Sites 312 Park Avenue, Falls Church, VA 22046 MoreLess Info
Get a feel for life in mid-19th century Virginia at Cherry Hill Farmhouse. Visitors can shell and grind corn in the barn, dress in period clothing and play old-fashioned parlor games. Guided tours are offered.
3.6 Miles
50% 62 votes
Bowling 140 S Maple Avenue, Falls Church, VA 22046 MoreLess Info
Featuring cosmic bowling, Bowl America Falls Church offers shoe rentals and a selection of house balls to bowl with. Its snack bar sells pizza, hot dogs, onion rings, nachos, and more.
3.6 Miles
56% 16 votes
Art Gallery 360 S Washington Street, Falls Church, VA 22046 MoreLess Info
Quinn's Auction Galleries is an auction house that deals in fine art, antiques, jewelry, furniture and many other rare items. They hold treasure auctions on Wednesdays with artwork, coins, silver, rugs, glassware and more.
3.6 Miles
93% 5512 votes
Monuments 17th Street NW, between Constitution and Independence Avenues, Washington, DC 20006 MoreLess Info
Opened in 2004, the National World War II Memorial was built to honor the over 16-million individuals who served the United States during WWII. The memorial features numerous statues, displays, and pillars in honor of those veterans who served.
3.7 Miles
77% 440 votes
Jazz/Blues Bars 3701 Mount Vernon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22305 MoreLess Info
Many musical careers in the country genre were founded at the music hall known as The Birchmere. The venue still has many popular performances during the week and maintains a full-service restaurant.
3.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Playgrounds Great Falls St & Lincoln Avenue, Falls Church, VA 22046 MoreLess Info
A small neighborhood park, Lincoln Park features two children's play structures along with swings, a sandbox and a basketball court. It also provides a rain garden, picnic tables, shade trees and grassy areas.
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