- The list below includes 650 free or cheap things to do in or near Boston, Massachusetts, including 112 different types of inexpensive activities like Neighborhoods, Shopping Districts, Music Venue and Art Museum.
- From Boston Public Garden to North End, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Boston and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lowell, Cambridge, Salem and Beverly.
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Beginning at a designated starting point, groups of two, four, or six use smartphones to explore the city, searching for hidden objects
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13Forest Gallery is an art gallery that features over a hundred local artists, who work in many different types of art. They continually host shows throughout the year for one to two months at a time.
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A great place to watch the latest movie releases, Capitol Theater offers beautiful architecture and a relaxing, warm ambiance. Classics and holiday shows are also often shown at this venue.
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321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472
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A multipurpose arts and cultural facility, the Arsenal Center for the Arts spans more than 30,000 square feet. The center hosts an array of musical and theatrical performances, and offers classes and workshops.
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Located along the Mystic River, the Medford Condon Shell acts as a showcase for many local performers and musicians. The outdoor theater even has connections to the regional trail system and a canoe launch on the river.
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At Showcase Cinemas, guests can see great movies in a fun and clean atmosphere that uses the most modern equipment. The large, upgraded facility also includes reclining seats, a restaurant, and a bar.
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A sports complex that is home to adult and youth leagues, Teamworks Revere features turf fields used for soccer. The site offers facility rentals and scoreboards as well as food and drinks for sale.
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Spray Pool
Thompson School, 60 North Union Street, Arlington, MA 2474
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Lussiano Park features a playground with large climbing structures, suspension bridge, sandbox, basketball courts, picnic tables and a large water spray park. Fountains, puddles, and water control buttons help kids of all ages cool off.
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Only 5 miles north of Boston and spanning 2,575 acres, the Middlesex Fells Reservation is home for activities that include rock climbing, hiking and mountain biking. Views of the stony hills are featured, along with ponds, lakes and trails.
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Located on the campus of Boston College, Alumni Stadium offers stadium benches to see the latest college football home games. The stadium has concession stands spread throughout the facility that offer sodas and refreshments.
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Situated next to the Mystic River, Dugger Park is a recreational park for kids. The park features swings, a tot lot playground, tennis courts, and a basketball court next to the kid's area.