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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Lil Rhody Pizza 1860 Broad Street, Cranston, RI MoreLess Info
This casual spot serves up 10 signature pizzas, garlic honey or cheesy bacon tots, hot and cold grinders, and build-your-own pies
7.1 Miles
94% 34 votes
Visitor Centers 175 Main Street, Pawtucket, RI MoreLess Info
At Blackstone Valley Visitor Center, visitors can speak with a local staff member to learn about the attractions in the area. In addition to providing brochures and travel recommendations, the center has a gift shop with locally produced goods.
7.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
History Museums 4157 Post Road, East Greenwich, RI 02818 MoreLess Info
The Cloud Hills Victorian Museum is a fully restored mansion that dates back to the 19th century, with groomed, landscaped grounds and a hands-on museum inside. The house and gift shop are open daily, but reservations are requested for tours.
7.2 Miles
96% 26 votes
Arts & Crafts Classes 150 Main Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860 MoreLess Info
Paint & Vino is a wine bar and paint studio. Visitors can take part in daylong painting classes taught by local artists while drinking select wine and beer, and bringing snacks and meals is permitted.
7.3 Miles
88% 175 votes
History Museums 67 Roosevelt Ave., Pawtucket, RI 02862 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to commemorating the American Industrial Revolution, Slater Mill Museum, brings history to life for visitors of all ages. Featuring walking tours through historic buildings, exhibits, hands-on demonstrations, and more, plan your visit today.
7.3 Miles
91% 11 votes
Historic Sites 67 Roosevelt Avenue, Pawtucket, RI 02860 MoreLess Info
Once active in the Industrial Revolution era of American history, Slater Mill Historic Site offers guided tours so visitors can see the machines used during this time. It also runs arts and crafts programs for the community.
7.5 Miles
64% 22 votes
Lighthouses Warwick Neck Ave, Warwick, RI MoreLess Info
Rhode Island's Warwick Neck Lighthouse is the focal point of coastal Warwick. Its first iteration was a scaffold-and-lantern system erected during the Revolutionary War. This lighthouse remains in operation to this day.
7.5 Miles
67% 3 votes
Kayaking 2 Manchester Print Works Road, Lincoln, RI 02865 MoreLess Info
EMS Kayak School & Kayak Rentals is a kayak rental company that also provides instructional lessons that last from three hours to multiple days. The school also offers recreational tours in the Boston and Rhode Island area.
7.6 Miles
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Recreation Centers 7 Esmond Street, Smithfield, RI 2917 MoreLess Info
Owned and operated by the residents of Smithfield, the East Smithfield Neighborhood Center is an alcohol-free building that has a few different rooms, some with kitchens, available for rental. Square dancing classes are offered on Monday evenings.
7.7 Miles
85% 152 votes
Parks Newport Avenue/Route 1A, Pawtucket, RI MoreLess Info
Slater Memorial Park is the jewel of Pawtucket's park system with its abundant picnic areas, walking and biking trails, tennis courts, and sports fields. Also found here is a historic Loof Carousel that was installed in the park in 1910.
7.8 Miles
100% 6 votes
Hiking Trails 12 Sanderson Road, Smithfield, RI 02917 MoreLess Info
Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge is run and maintained by the Audubon Society of Rhode Island.  Three trails provide up to 1 1/2 hours of naturally beautiful hikes and a bird feeding station is also available to visit.  
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