Free & Cheap Things to Do in Cranston, RI

  • The list below includes 334 free or cheap things to do in or near Cranston, Rhode Island, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Bike Paths, Hiking Trails and Family Fun Center.
  • From Pawtuxet Village to Village Playground, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Cranston and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Newport, Providence, Fall River and Warwick.
  • The list below includes 334 free or cheap things to do in or near Cranston, Rhode Island, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Bike Paths, Hiking Trails and Family Fun Center.
  • From Pawtuxet Village to Village Playground, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Cranston and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Newport, Providence, Fall River and Warwick.
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8.1 Miles
- 0 votes
Bike Paths Washington Street, Coventry, RI 2816 MoreLess Info
The Washington Secondary Trail is a 19-mile path that takes travelers from Cranston Street to Log Bridge Road. Small boat access is available along the road, which also offers access to an equestrian trail.
8.2 Miles
100% 14 votes
History Museums 1776 Revolution Street, East Greenwich, RI 02818 MoreLess Info
Built as a mansion in 1773, today The Varnum House Museum is furnished with period furniture from the Revolutionary era and features many historic artifacts. The museum retains regular hours in the summer and is otherwise open by appointment.
8.2 Miles
100% 2 votes
Military Museums 1774 Armory Street, East Greenwich, RI MoreLess Info
A historic militia group dating back to the colonial days of Rhode Island, The Kentish Guard were originally founded in 1774. Continuing on today in mostly ceremonial fashion, the guards feature a nationally renowned fife and drum corps.
8.2 Miles
70% 46 votes
Horseback Riding 1 Twin River Rd., Lincoln, RI 02865 MoreLess Info
Sunset Stables offers year round horseback riding through Lincoln Woods. The company provides lessons to guests of all ages, as well as guided trail rides, horse shows and summer camps.
8.2 Miles
100% 2 votes
Walking Trails 64 Farnum Pike, Smithfield, RI 02917 MoreLess Info
Ideal for leisurely walks, the Stillwater Scenic Trail was originally the bed of a railroad that connected Providence with several Massachusetts towns. Most of the one mile trail follows the Woonasquatucket River before it flows into the Stillwater Pond.
8.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Specialty Museums 80 Queen Street, East Greenwich, RI 2818 MoreLess Info
The East Greenwich Veteran Fireman's Association Fire Apparatus Museum features a collection of antique firefighting items, including a 1938 Mack fire truck. They are open the first and third Saturdays of each month, from May through September.
8.3 Miles
84% 32 votes
National & State Parks 1095 Ives Street, Warwick, RI 02818 MoreLess Info
Situated on 490 acres, Goddard Memorial State Park features a nine hole golf course, a performing arts center and open playing fields. The park has places for swimming, picnic tables, forested areas and trails suitable for hiking and horseback riding.
8.3 Miles
69% 16 votes
Dog Park Slater Park, Armistice Blvd, Pawtucket, RI 02861 MoreLess Info
An off-leash dog park with separate sections for large and small dogs, the Pawtucket Dog Park offers generous open spaces for dogs to play, run, and socialize. The park offers water supplies and materials for cleaning up after dogs.
8.4 Miles
74% 19 votes
Dog Park 100 Great Road, Lincoln, RI 02865 MoreLess Info
Chase Farm features large open fields and rolling hills with plenty of space for dogs to roam. Visitors can hike and explore the trails around the farm or through the woods, or picnic by the pond under the trees.
8.4 Miles
100% 2 votes
Hiking Trails Mountaindale Road, Smithfield, RI 02917 MoreLess Info
Wolf Hill Forest Preserve provides 6 miles of hiking and nature trails along the Woonasquatucket Reservoir.  This is a popular location for bird watching, hiking, wilderness walks, and fishing and a WWII memorial can also be found.
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