- The list below includes 403 free or cheap things to do in or near Essex, Massachusetts, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Specialty Museums, Parks and Movie Theaters.
- From Cogswell's Grant to Essex Shipbuilding Museum, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Essex and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boston, Gloucester, Cambridge and Salem.
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During Halloween, visitors can explore a haunted house maze with a variety of horror themes at Fright Kingdom. Actors are dressed up like zombies, clowns, and other creatures. Some of the attractions are in 3-D.
37.0 Miles
Wagon Hill Farm is a preserved historic farm that offers acres of walkable fields and woodland paths. When there is enough snow, visitors can sled on the hill overlooking Great Bay.
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A classic style bowling alley that specializes in candlepin bowling, the Norwood Sport Center offers open bowling as well as league and tournament play. The facility also offers bumper bowling for kids.
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Just over 700 guests can fit within the Norwood Theatre with seating in both the main auditorium section and the balcony. Musicians, magicians, dance companies, and theater companies perform at the theater throughout the year.
37.1 Miles
Norwood Historical Society features the Day House which is open seasonally for tours and seasonal exhibits in the spring and fall months. The Day House is also available for group tours and for research by appointment year round.
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Nestled in verdant Natick, Massachusetts, Lookout Farm is a working farm open seasonally for visitors. It features a farm market, 'pick your own' events, adorable farm animals and beautiful surroundings that make the farm a popular destination for people who enjoy spending time outside.
37.3 Miles
Conway Arena is centered around a standard sized indoor ice rink. Both ice skating and hockey are supported at the rink through open skating times and even local hockey league sessions during the week.
37.3 Miles
The Mary Bunker Community Park is a quiet, scenic park that overlooks Lake Cochituate. Fun for the whole family, the park features fire pits for cooking over an open flame, picnic pavilions and a large multi-purpose sports field.
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Situated on the shores of Lake Cochituate, Saxonville Beach offers visitors an area to relax in the sun and go swimming. During the summer season, the beach is lifeguard protected.
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First-run Hollywood movies are shown at Chunky's Cinema, which also offers the unique feature of a full menu that can be eaten in the theater. Films that are available in the 3-D format are also shown.