Free & Cheap Things to Do in Columbia, MD

  • The list below includes 413 free or cheap things to do in or near Columbia, Maryland, including 124 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Lake, Parks and Bowling.
  • From Centennial Park to Lake Kittamaqundi, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Columbia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Washington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
  • The list below includes 413 free or cheap things to do in or near Columbia, Maryland, including 124 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Lake, Parks and Bowling.
  • From Centennial Park to Lake Kittamaqundi, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Columbia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Washington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
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22.1 Miles
87% 60 votes
Amusement Parks (All Ages) 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD 20812 MoreLess Info
Glen Echo Park is a local art and culture center where visitors can participate in a number of workshops for visual and performing arts. The park also contains many attractions such as a Spanish-style ballroom, an antique carousal, children's theaters and more.
22.1 Miles
- 0 votes
Marinas 730 Riverside Drive, Essex, MD 21221 MoreLess Info
With direct access to the waters of Back River, Weavers Marine Service Inc has piers where visitors can see yachts and a variety of other boats docked. The marina has a small picnic area with panoramic views of the river.
22.2 Miles
91% 45 votes
Historic Sites 5801 Oxford Rd., Glen Echo, MD MoreLess Info
Clara Barton National Historic Site is the first of its kind being dedicated to the life and accomplishments of a woman. It preserves the historic home of Clara Barton who founded the American Red Cross.
22.3 Miles
88% 222 votes
Monuments Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA 22201 MoreLess Info
The Arlington National Cemetery houses the Women in Military Service for America Memorial. The site is meant to be a living memorial that honors past, present, and future servicewomen who serve in or with the United States Armed Forces in all conflicts, beginning with the American Revolution.
22.3 Miles
100% 12 votes
Playgrounds 10626 York Rd, Ste. J-L, Cockeysville, MD 21030 MoreLess Info
With several party packages to choose from, The Ultimate Playzone offers open play sessions at its indoor playground. The playground features a pirate ship climbing structure, inflatable bounce houses, and other attractions.
22.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Children's Entertainment Bethesda, MD 20816 MoreLess Info
Abracadabra Alex Magic Shows for Children features a professional magician sure to delight children and keep them giggling. Great for birthday parties, Abracadabra Alex sends each kid home with a balloon animal and a magic trick.
22.4 Miles
98% 55 votes
Parks 13401 Beaver Dam Rd, Cockeysville, MD 21030 MoreLess Info
The great outdoors can be enjoyed daily at Oregon Ridge Park in Baltimore County. Beautifully maintained, it offers walking trails, a nature center and playground where kids can run, jump and play.
22.4 Miles
91% 34 votes
Farms & Ranches 2526 Proctor Lane, Parkville, MD MoreLess Info
Weber's Cedar Mill Farm is a farm that offers a gift shop, a country bakery, fresh fruits and vegetables, and pressed apple cider. The farm also sells homemade ice cream, pies, and fudge.
22.4 Miles
75% 8 votes
Horseback Riding 17620 Central Avenue, Bowie, MD 20716 MoreLess Info
Established in 2984, Loftmar Stables is an equine facility that has amenities including 27-acres of trails, a heated viewing room, a speaker system, and a barn. The farm provides a summer camp and is available for birthday parties.
22.5 Miles
93% 1093 votes
Art Museum Washington, DC 20006 MoreLess Info
Featuring over 2,500 masters from both the 19th and 20th centuries, the Phillips Collection is one of the nations Modern Art Museums. The museum features both American and European artists, including works by Renoir, Picasso, Gauguin, Monet and O'Keefe.
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