- The list below includes 500 free or cheap things to do in or near Bethesda, Maryland, including 121 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Jazz/Blues Bars.
- From Cabin John Regional Park to Cabin John Dog Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bethesda and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Reston.
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24432 Schaeffer Road, Gaithersburg, MD
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Cyclists visiting the Schaeffer Farms Mountain Bike Trail will find scenic views at every turn. There is a trail for every skill level and each trail offers a unique challenge. Visitors can bring a picnic to enjoy along the way.
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A health, exercise, and recreation facility, the Herndon Community Center offers a variety of amenities. The facility has a 25 yard indoor pool, three racquetball courts, a full-size gym, and a fitness room, and offers a variety of classes.
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Featuring facilities for volleyball, basketball and tennis, Briar Patch Park measures five acres and has grass fields with a patch of trees. It offers playgrounds for three different age groups as well as a picnic pavilion with tables.
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The bulk of Lakeside Park is dedicated to a general open play area that can be used for athletics, relaxing, or other types of recreation. Visitors can of course enjoy the nearby lake with fishing and a two-mile long walking path.
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10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel, MD 20708
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National Wildlife Visitor Center, a part of the Patuxent Research Refuge, is a local educational center which contains a number of informative scientific and environmental exhibits. The center also offers many outdoor recreation activities such as guided hiking trips and more.
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7210 Allentown Road, Fort Washington, MD 20743
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An outdoor family pool with play features and two water slides is offered at the Allentown Fitness & Splash Park. Year round features of the complex include a 25 yard lap pool, hot tub, game room, and fitness room with cardio machines.
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18905 Kingsview Road, Germantown, MD 20874
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A multipurpose facility with attractions for all ages, the Germantown Community Recreation Center spans 23,500 square feet. The facility includes a variety of sports and exercise areas, both indoors and out.
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Adjacent to George Mason University, University Mall Theatres provides daily showings of movies. They offer usually one first-run film, several second-run films, and a presentation of The Rocky Horror Picture Show every Saturday at midnight.
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A movie theater with 14 auditoriums, Regal Germantown Stadium 14 displays first-run feature films. The theater provides stadium seating, a game room, accessibility devices and a concession stand with food and drinks.
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Fairwood Park offers large playgrounds for all age groups. There is a football field and soccer area for local teams and ample space for flying kites. The park also offers covered spaces with picnic tables and barbecue pits for gatherings.