Free & Cheap Things to Do in Boston, MA

  • 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.
  • 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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Historical sites headline a trolley tour and a 45-minute harbor cruise affords sweeping views of the city
1.7 Miles
88% 256 votes
Movie Theaters 1 Kendall Sq, Cambridge, MA 02139 MoreLess Info
Kendall Square Cinema is a small theater that shows a selection of acclaimed, independent and foreign films rather than big budget movies. They also have fresh concessions including health food and they validate parking for the adjacent garage.
1.9 Miles
33% 6 votes
Bars 180 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, MA 02139 MoreLess Info
Paradise is a nightclub and entertainment venue which features DJ's and live dancing shows. With a lively dance floor and DJ's six days a week, Paradise caters for a mainly gay clientele.
2.0 Miles
94% 446 votes
River Cambridge, MA MoreLess Info
Originating in Hopkinton, Charles River flows through and joins the Atlantic Ocean at Boston. With spacious esplanades surrounding the river on either side, it offers many outdoor acitivities including jogging, hiking, biking, boating and more.
2.0 Miles
80% 463 votes
Specialty Museums 265 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139 MoreLess Info
MIT Museum is home to a diverse collection of artifacts ranging from technological designs and architectural models to nautical engineering and holography exhibits, compiled by the various departments of MIT. The Museum also offers many hands-on activities and educational programs.
2.0 Miles
89% 143 votes
Bike Paths Cambridge, MA MoreLess Info
Also known as the Dr. Paul Dudley White Path, the Charles River Bike Path is a prominent 18 mile loop trail between Boston and Newton. Most of the path is focused on the banks of the Charles River, but bikers can also cross any one of the bridges linked to the path.
2.1 Miles
88% 25 votes
Dog Park 0 New Washington Street, Somerville, MA 02143 MoreLess Info
For people with canine friends, the Zero New Washington Street Dog Park offers amenities for convenience and recreation. Features include agility training areas, drinking fountains with water dishes, covered pavilion, spray area for cleaning and cooling dogs, and more.
2.1 Miles
100% 5 votes
Parks 59 Commandants Way, Chelsea, MA 02150 MoreLess Info
Views of the Tobin Bridge and the Boston skyline are offered at the Mary O' Malley Waterfront Park which is bordered by both the Island End River and Mystic River. Paths for walking and jogging, tennis courts, and playground equipment are available.
2.4 Miles
94% 69 votes
Sports Teams (Amateur) Somerville, MA 02143 MoreLess Info
Boston Derby Dames is an all-female DIY flat track roller derby league that plays at the Simoni Rink during the summer. The league has games that consist of two 30-minute periods and a brief halftime.
2.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Sports Teams (Amateur) 300 Captains Row, Chelsea, MA 2150 MoreLess Info
A youth track club and running organization, the Cambridge Jets hosts a variety of tournaments and meets. The Jets participate in races and meets all over the country, and include both male and female runners.
2.5 Miles
94% 17 votes
Breweries 174 Williams Street, Chelsea, MA 02150 MoreLess Info
Mystic Brewery is open Wednesday through Saturday, with free tours twice a day on Saturday afternoons. They offer full pours of their beers in their tasting room and also have games like Jenga.
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