Free & Cheap Things to Do in Barnstable, MA

  • The list below includes 285 free or cheap things to do in or near Barnstable, Massachusetts, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Fishing, Comedy Clubs and Art Museum.
  • From Sturgis Library to Kalmus Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Barnstable and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Oak Bluffs, Hyannis, Dennis and Eastham.
  • The list below includes 285 free or cheap things to do in or near Barnstable, Massachusetts, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Fishing, Comedy Clubs and Art Museum.
  • From Sturgis Library to Kalmus Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Barnstable and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Oak Bluffs, Hyannis, Dennis and Eastham.
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8.9 Miles
100% 16 votes
Art Museum 4676 Falmouth Rd, Barnstable, MA 02635 MoreLess Info
Named in honor of artisans Ralph and Martha Cahoon, the Cahoon Museum of American Art includes works from 19th/20th century artists. The collection also includes contemporary pieces along with folk art and works that celebrate the beauty of Cape Cod.
0.1 Miles
96% 28 votes
Specialty Museums 3353 Main St., Barnstable, MA 02630 MoreLess Info
Spanning over 220 years, the artifacts collected by the U.S. Coast Guard Museum tell a story of the country's maritime history. View artifacts including dinnerware, oil lamps used on historic missions, flags, metals, and navigation tools.
3.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Fishing Barnstable, MA 02632 MoreLess Info
Hairball Charters helps visitors reach the fishing limit of striper and bass during each season. Depending on the time of year, visitors can catch bluefish, tuna, shark, porgy, and more with the charter.
3.4 Miles
71% 7 votes
Comedy Clubs Village Hall, Barnstable, MA 02630 MoreLess Info
A community theater, The Barnstable Comedy Club hosts an array of stage performances and theatrical productions. Along with plays and musicals, the club offers classes and workshops in acting techniques.
1.9 Miles
50% 2 votes
Paintball 96 Airport Rd, Barnstable, MA 2601 MoreLess Info
A unique entertainment venue near Cape Cod, Balls to the Wall Paintball is a fun place for families with kids. Providing activities like laser tag, skating and indoor paintball, it is an ideal place to visit in inclement weather.
6.0 Miles
- 1 votes
Disc Golf 559 Cotuit Road, Barnstable, MA 2648 MoreLess Info
The bulk of Burgess Park is dedicated toward an 18-hole disc golf course. The course itself is made mostly for adults since there are long distances between the holes and visitors are required to bring their own discs.
0.1 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 3353 Main Street, Barnstable, MA 2630 MoreLess Info
Trayser Museum Group Coast Guard Heritage Museum has two floors worth of exhibits revolving around the Coast Guard, lighthouses, lightships and boat rescues. They display uniforms, artifacts, and models and also have a gift shop.
0.3 Miles
- 0 votes
Fishing 186 Millway, Barnstable, MA 2630 MoreLess Info
Accommodating novices and fishermen of all skill levels, Lady J Sport Fishing takes visitors to bay's prime bass fishing locations. The captain provides all the necessary fishing equipment, from custom rods to light tackle.
1.4 Miles
57% 435 votes
Factory Tours 100 Breed's Hill Rd, Hyannis, MA MoreLess Info
Cape Cod Potato Chip Factory Tour is a free self-guided tour of the factory premises, including the assembly line, where visitors can view how the company manages to produce almost 200,000 bags of chips in a day.
1.7 Miles
92% 249 votes
Breweries 1336 Phinney's Lane, Hyannis, MA 02601 MoreLess Info
Cape Cod Beer is the only distributing microbrewery in Cape Cod. Besides its famous drinks such as Flagship Cape Cod Red and Beach Blonde Ale, it also offers many seasonal varietals such as Harvest Ale and Stargazer Stout.
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