Free & Cheap Things to Do in Brooklyn, NY

  • The list below includes 596 free or cheap things to do in or near Brooklyn, New York, including 117 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Neighborhoods, Bridges and Breweries.
  • From Green-Wood Cemetery to Brooklyn Bridge Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Brooklyn and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Staten Island, Queens and Bronx.
  • The list below includes 596 free or cheap things to do in or near Brooklyn, New York, including 117 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Neighborhoods, Bridges and Breweries.
  • From Green-Wood Cemetery to Brooklyn Bridge Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Brooklyn and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Staten Island, Queens and Bronx.
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No green thumb is required to design a terrarium at this out-of-the-ordinary creative social event
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80% 118 votes
Art Museum New York City Building, Flushing, NY 11368 MoreLess Info
Some of the permanent exhibitions at the Queens Museum of Art are the Neustadt Collection of Tiffany Glass and the Panorama of the City of New York. Memorabilia dating to 1939, such as jewelry and books, can be bought from the shop.
7.0 Miles
85% 287 votes
Historic Sites Manhattan, New York City, NY MoreLess Info
Park Avenue is a New York City street runs parallel to Madison Avenue. Visitors of this site will walk by The National Football League's office, Major League Baseball's office, M&T Bank, Citigroup, and Hunter College.
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74% 23 votes
Movie Theaters 409-415 14th Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030 MoreLess Info
Bow Tie Cinemas shows new release films on its large movie screens. The movie theater has a concession stand located in the lobby to buy snacks, drinks, candy, and popcorn.
7.0 Miles
75% 20 votes
Horse Races East Rutherford, NJ 07073 MoreLess Info
East Rutherford's Meadowlands Racetrack hosts a variety of horse races and harness races. The facility also hosts special events, including live music performances, and features a restaurant that caters gatherings and parties.
7.0 Miles
86% 7 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 1 Bowers Street, Jersey City, NJ 07307 MoreLess Info
With views of the New York cityscape, Riverview-Fisk Park provides walking paths, a playground, and benches. On Sundays, the park hosts a farmers market where visitors can purchase fresh produce from local vendors.
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63% 46 votes
Swimming Pool 19th St & 23rd Drive, Astoria, NY 11102 MoreLess Info
Astoria Park Pool is a free public pool in Astoria, New York. One of the largest pools in the area it offers both deep and shallow waters for various age and skill levels.
7.0 Miles
100% 2 votes
Playgrounds Vleigh Pl, 141th Street & Union Tpke, Queens, NY 11367 MoreLess Info
The Vleigh Place Playground is a 2.24-acre jointly operated playground that features restrooms, benches, handball courts, multiple playgrounds, and spray showers. Both playgrounds have a slide, climbing obstacles, and towers.
7.1 Miles
96% 62217 votes
Art Museum 1000 Fifth Avenue, New York City, NY 10028 MoreLess Info
There are approximately 1,500 highlights in the permanent collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, including in here paintings, centuries-old sculptures, and ancient artifacts. The Cloisters area is dedicated to the art and architecture of medieval Europe.
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Dog Park Paterson Plank Rd & Palisade Avenue, Union City, NJ 7087 MoreLess Info
Located on the premises of Washington Park, the Washington Park Dog Run is an off leash dog park that features separate areas for small and large dogs. The park also has water fountains and benches for owners.
7.1 Miles
64% 98 votes
Bowling 19-45 49th Street, Astoria, NY 11105 MoreLess Info
Known by locals as one of New York's top bowling centers, Astoria Bowl offers modern amenities. The twenty-four lane bowling center features remodeled lanes, a beautiful sports lounge, pro shop and a nostalgic design. 
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