Free & Cheap Things to Do in Bethesda, MD

  • 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, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Hiking Trails.
  • 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.
  • 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, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Hiking Trails.
  • 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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42.4 Miles
83% 41 votes
Farmers Markets 11121 York Road, Ashland Marketplace, Cockeysville, MD 21030 MoreLess Info
Pennsylvania Dutch Market is an authentic, old-time Amish market that is packed with stalls and shops. They are open year round and offer a range of farm fresh produce, homemade fresh foods and handmade Amish furniture.
42.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Marinas 2229 Corsica Road, Essex, MD 21221 MoreLess Info
The Norman Creek Marina is a public marina that offers seasonal and year round slip rentals to boat owners. The marina also has a fuel dock that has diesel, ice, water, soft drinks, and ice cream.
42.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 1284 Courthouse Road, Stafford, VA 22554 MoreLess Info
Owned and operated by local artist Gary Duquette, Duquette's Art & Frame Studio showcases the owner's work, which is primarily watercolors and shadowboxes, and offers framing services for prints and photographs.
42.5 Miles
88% 24 votes
History Museums 343 Campground Rd., Harpers Ferry, WV MoreLess Info
An expansive collection of memorabilia can be found at the Civil War Living History Museum. War relics, documents, and knowledgeable hosts are part of every tour. History buffs and curious visitors alike find something of interest to touch and experience.
42.5 Miles
52% 89 votes
Haunted Tours 43 Old Taylor Ln, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 MoreLess Info
Built by relatives of John Wilkes Booth, he stayed in this home when witnessing the execution of John Brown, and historians believe he was headed to this house after shooting Abraham Lincoln. Guests can attend ghost tours of the home, séances, and the home is used for paranormal research.
42.5 Miles
33% 9 votes
Haunted Tours 43 Old Taylor Ln, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 MoreLess Info
Opened in 2010, The Haunted Cottage is a local haunted attraction commonly visited by those fascinated by the paranormal. Ghost tours, paranormal research training, and unexplained events are among the many reasons that attract visitors to the cottage.
42.6 Miles
80% 70 votes
Farms & Ranches 8305 Bolivar Road, Middletown, MD 21769 MoreLess Info
South Mountain Creamery is a local creamery and on-site dairy processing plant. They offer reasonable rates for fresh milk and other dairy products. They also provide calf feeding for kids.
42.6 Miles
36% 33 votes
Movie Theaters 118 Shawan Road, Cockeysville, MD 21030 MoreLess Info
A movie theater featuring 12 screens, Regal Hunt Valley Stadium 12 displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers stadium seating, arcade game machines and a concession area with food and drinks.
42.7 Miles
92% 49 votes
Ziplines 408 Alstadis Hill Rd, Harpers Ferry, WV MoreLess Info
For 2.5 to 3 hours, visitors to Harpers Ferry Zip Line Canopy Tour can zip across eight ziplines reaching heights up to 800 feet. Guests can see the area's wildlife from the same height as most of the trees.
42.8 Miles
94% 18 votes
Ziplines 408 Alstadts Hill Road, Harpers Ferry, WV 25425 MoreLess Info
Offering above ground experiences, Aerial Forest Adventure Park at Harpers Ferry has 72 challenge elements spread across six courses to choose from. Activities include rope and log bridges, zip lines, and rock walls.
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