Free & Cheap Things to Do in Bowie, MD

  • The list below includes 456 free or cheap things to do in or near Bowie, Maryland, including 116 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Specialty Museums, Laser Tag and Playgrounds.
  • From Allen Pond to High Bridge Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bowie and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Washington, Arlington and Silver Spring.
  • The list below includes 456 free or cheap things to do in or near Bowie, Maryland, including 116 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Specialty Museums, Laser Tag and Playgrounds.
  • From Allen Pond to High Bridge Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bowie and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Washington, Arlington and Silver Spring.
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23.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Paddleboarding 9811 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 MoreLess Info
Open when weather permits, Washingtonian Paddle boats offers visitors to take whimsically designed, swan-themed paddle boats out on to the waters of Lake Kittamaquandi. The facility has been in business since 2001.
24.1 Miles
97% 160 votes
Hiking Trails 11710 MacArthur Blvd, Potomac, MD MoreLess Info
Billy Goat Trail is a popular hiking trail located on and around the Potomac River and offers both a strenous rocky terrain as well as flat ground to suit hikers with varying skills.
24.1 Miles
94% 123 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 3701 Lockheed Blvd, Alexandria, VA MoreLess Info
The wetland area called Huntley Meadows Park is part of a large conservation and restoration project. Within the area is an educational visitor center and places for wildlife and bird watching.
24.1 Miles
67% 3 votes
History Museums 9 S Summit Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 MoreLess Info
Situated in the 1884 B&O Railstation, the Gaithersburg Community Museum contains a lot of history and imagination. The museum offers tours, rentals, genealogy information, preserved pieces of the community's past, and much more.
24.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
Recreation Centers 3538 Sleepy Hollow Road, Falls Church, VA 22041 MoreLess Info
Featuring a 25 meter lap pool, Sleepy Hollow Recreation Association Pool offers visitors a chance to cool off in the sun or attend a competitive swim meet. On Thursdays, the facility hosts a float night with inflatable toys.
24.2 Miles
89% 89 votes
Parks 13551 Fort Washington Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744 MoreLess Info
The central attraction at the Fort Washington National Park is an 19th cenutry historic fort made of stone which was initially used for military defense. The park also contains many trails, picnic spots and a small museum.
24.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Swimming Pool 4330 Old Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003 MoreLess Info
Providing a perfect way to enjoy the heat of summer, Forest Hollow Swim Club allows guests to swim laps, lounge in the pool, lay out in the sun, cook out, and get closer to the community.
24.3 Miles
70% 27 votes
Parks Laurel, MD MoreLess Info
Laurel Park is a thoroughbred racetrack with a season that stretches from October through March. They host family days and a variety of festivals year-round, and feature a variety of dining options.
24.3 Miles
69% 13 votes
Parks 6621 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA 22003 MoreLess Info
Home to a large dog park and outdoor amphitheater, Mason District Park offers many amenities. Shady trees and grassy fields are surrounded by lengthy hiking trails, scenic woods and lighted tennis courts.
24.4 Miles
50% 2 votes
Dog Park 251 Bickerstaff Way, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 MoreLess Info
Situated on nearly one acre in Green Park, Gaithersburg Dog Park is a fenced canine recreation facility with grass and gravel fields. The park offers double-gated entry, drinking water and separate small and large dog areas.
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