Free & Cheap Things to Do in Chesapeake, VA

  • The list below includes 139 free or cheap things to do in or near Chesapeake, Virginia, including 77 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Bowling, Parks and Trampoline Parks.
  • From Oak Grove Lake Park to Chesapeake City Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chesapeake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Hampton and Portsmouth.
  • The list below includes 139 free or cheap things to do in or near Chesapeake, Virginia, including 77 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Bowling, Parks and Trampoline Parks.
  • From Oak Grove Lake Park to Chesapeake City Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Chesapeake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Hampton and Portsmouth.
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India Palace 1437 Sam's Drive, Ste 124, Chesapeake, VA MoreLess Info
Dig into delicious Indian favorites such as chicken tikka masala, flavorful biryanis, and more at this eatery
16.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 118 North Main Street, Suffolk, VA 23434 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1996, Shooting Star Art Gallery is an art gallery dedicated to fostering relationships between artists and patrons. The gallery has featured artwork by hundreds of artists, both local and national. Shooting Star also hosts occasional art shows.
16.7 Miles
75% 12 votes
History Museums 2803 Oak Avenue, Newport News, VA 23607 MoreLess Info
The Newsome House Museum and Cultural Center works to preserve the legacy of Joseph Newsome. African American history and culture is put on display through interpretive exhibits and areas that address current issues.
17.1 Miles
100% 3 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 102 Bob House Parkway, Suffolk, VA 23432 MoreLess Info
Lone Star Lakes Park has over 11 lakes for visitors to enjoy. Facilities at the park include horse riding trails, an archery range, a playground, fishing areas, and picnic tables.
17.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Arts Centers 118 Bosley Avenue, Suffolk, VA 23434 MoreLess Info
With a center for visual arts, Suffolk Art League provides classes for drawing, painting, paper craft, and more for the community. The league hosts juried exhibitions for photography and student art.
17.3 Miles
82% 2417 votes
Aquariums 717 General Booth Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23451 MoreLess Info
The primary attraction at the Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center is a 300,000-gallon tank. Popular aquatic animals at the institute include sharks, barracuda, sea turtles, and otters, which are available for public viewing in addition to the numerous events and programs offered for multiple age groups.
17.4 Miles
99% 178 votes
Kayaking North End of Virginia Beach, Virginia Beach, VA 23453 MoreLess Info
The trips offered by Kayak Nature Tours, Ltd. generally last approximately two and a half hours. They can take place on calm inland waters or be in the Atlantic Ocean where dolphins can be spotted in late May through October.
17.7 Miles
99% 388 votes
Paddleboarding 308 Mediterranean Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451 MoreLess Info
Stand-up paddling for personal recreation and exercise is supported through Rudee Inlet Stand Up Paddle. Lessons for the sport, eco tours, and equipment rentals are available through the company as a way to encourage stand-up paddling in the Virginia Beach area.
17.8 Miles
86% 44 votes
Colleges & Universities Hampton, VA 23668 MoreLess Info
Self-guided tours of Hampton University can help reveal a wide range of local history. The campus holds a Booker T. Washington statue, the Emancipation Oak, and information about the famous author W.E.B. DuBois.
18.0 Miles
78% 46 votes
History Museums 120 Old Hampton Lane, Hampton, VA 23669 MoreLess Info
The history of Hampton is maintained in an extensive collection at the Hampton History Museum. Guests are able to start their self-guided tour in a Kecoughtan Indian longhouse before proceeding through the hold of a tobacco ship and into the ruins of the city destroyed in the Civil War.
18.0 Miles
76% 351 votes
Science Museums 606 Settlers Landing Road, Hampton, VA 23669 MoreLess Info
Over 100 exhibits and multiple IMAX movies are presented at the Virginia Air & Space Center. The Apollo 12 command module is one of the most notable items within the special collections that are available for public viewing.
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