- The list below includes 251 free or cheap things to do in or near Essex, Maryland, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Marinas, History Museums, Beaches and Parks.
- From Rocky Point Beach to Markley's Marina, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Essex and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Baltimore, Annapolis, Columbia and Pasadena.
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28.9 Miles
Elk Neck State Park comprises of a varied terrain including marshlands, beaches, forests and bluffs, which make it a good location for many on and off water recreational activities. The park is also home to the historic Turkey Point Lighthouse.
29.0 Miles
50%
8 votes
412 Congressional Drive, Stevensville, MD 21666
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Chesapeake Bay Sport Fishing is a fishing charter company that offers fishing tours 7 days of the week. The company is available for birthday parties, bachelor parties, company outings, and team building activities.
29.1 Miles
Fairwood Park offers large playgrounds for all age groups. There is a football field and soccer area for local teams and ample space for flying kites. The park also offers covered spaces with picnic tables and barbecue pits for gatherings.
29.2 Miles
Enfield Chase Park is a residential park that provides visitors with tennis and basketball courts, soccer fields, and two separate playgrounds. The park also features a dog park area, as well as limited picnic facilities and restrooms.
29.4 Miles
Allen Pond Park is a 85 acre city park and home to the Bowie Ice Arena, Robert V. Setera Amphitheater, Bowie Skate Park, and Allen Pond. The park also offers several sporting facilities, picnic areas, trails, and a playground.
29.4 Miles
A one-acre facility for canine recreation, the City of Bowie Dog Park provides open space with mulch, trees and benches. The park is fenced and has a separate area for small or shy dogs.
29.5 Miles
94%
17 votes
647 Contees Wharf Road, Edgewater, MD
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Smithsonian Environmental Research Center sits on a 2,650-acre site that includes forests, wetlands, marshes and 12 miles of protected shoreline. Visitors can hike their many trails, go kayaking, see wildlife and enjoy educational programs.
29.6 Miles
Family owned and operated, Cadle Creek Marina is located on the Mayo peninsula. The marina offers boat storage facilities, repair and refueling services, and a variety of other aquatic amenities.
29.9 Miles
100%
27 votes
2608 Mitchellville Rd, Bowie, MD
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The National Capital Radio and Television Museum shows visitors a chronological history of receivers used by radio listeners and television watchers over the years. Docent-guided, one-hour tours are offered. Open Fridays through Sundays. Admission is free.
29.9 Miles
Home to over 50,000 residents, the City of Bowie is a town featuring a number of entertaining locations to stop by when visiting. Shopping, visiting local parks, or visiting museums are among the many activities enjoyed in the city.