Free & Cheap Things to Do in Catonsville, MD

  • The list below includes 309 free or cheap things to do in or near Catonsville, Maryland, including 121 different types of inexpensive activities like Sports Facilities/Fields, Hiking Trails, History Museums and Parks.
  • From Trolley Trail to Patapsco State Tire Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Catonsville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Annapolis, Laurel and Silver Spring.
  • The list below includes 309 free or cheap things to do in or near Catonsville, Maryland, including 121 different types of inexpensive activities like Sports Facilities/Fields, Hiking Trails, History Museums and Parks.
  • From Trolley Trail to Patapsco State Tire Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Catonsville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Annapolis, Laurel and Silver Spring.
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36.3 Miles
91% 202 votes
History Museums 134 N. Royal Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
The Gadsby's Tavern Museum is actually composed of two 18th century buildings that famous historical figures like George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and John Adams enjoyed. The museum teaches guests about life during this era with special programming for both very young and older children.
36.3 Miles
89% 728 votes
Arts Centers 105 N Union St., Alexandria, VA MoreLess Info
Receiving roughly 500,000 visitors each year, the Torpedo Factory Art Center serves as one of the largest art havens in the county with 82 studios, six galleries, and two workshops. The institute also has art classes through The Art League School and an on-site cafe.
36.4 Miles
92% 172 votes
Specialty Museums 105-107 S. Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA MoreLess Info
Operating as a family apothecary business from 1792 to 1933, the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum still houses some of the original ingredients, papers and products used during the time for customers including Robert E. Lee and the Washingtons.
36.4 Miles
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Parks Balmoral Avenue, Fort Washington, MD 20745 MoreLess Info
Betty Blume Park is a nature park that has opportunities for canoeing, kayaking, picnicking, and freshwater fishing. The park also has spaces that can be used for soccer games and football games.
36.5 Miles
89% 842 votes
Piers & Boardwalks Alexandria, VA MoreLess Info
The Old Town Waterfront is centered mostly around the marina and parks, allowing for outdoor activities like boating, fishing, biking, and walking. The district also features many shops, restaurants, and historic sites.
36.5 Miles
88% 49 votes
Historic Sites 4301 West Braddock Road, Alexandria, VA 22304 MoreLess Info
Built to protect the area during the Civil War in the mid-1800s, Fort Ward Museum & Park now interprets the history of the period through exhibits, tours, interpretive programs and living history activities.
36.5 Miles
73% 49 votes
History Museums 201 S. Washington St, Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
The Lyceum is essentially a history museum that was founded in 1839 by a group calling themselves the Alexandria Lyceum in conjunction with the Alexandria Library Company. Local history collections, school programs, concerts, and lectures are offered within the museum.
36.5 Miles
73% 15 votes
Parks 4401 W Braddock Road, Alexandria, VA 22304 MoreLess Info
The 45-acre Fort Ward Park was once an important Civil War site, and today features a museum and hosts historical reenactments. The park features sheltered and unsheltered picnic areas, soccer fields, a playground, paved loop and an amphitheater.
36.6 Miles
84% 101 votes
Food Tours 305 S. St. Asaph St. Suite 4, Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
The metropolitan area of Washington DC features a wide variety of cuisine options that are highlighted through DC Metro Food Tours. The company takes guests along walking tours of specific neighborhoods to visit and taste items at locally owned and operated establishments.
36.7 Miles
More than a museum to George Washington himself, the Washington Masonic National Memorial also serves as a set of collections that detail the history of the Freemasons in the United States. The institution has a research center and library as well.
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