- 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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510 S Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
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Gaithersburg Miniature Golf is a 18 hole miniature golf course in Bohrer Park. The course is lined with many waterfalls, streams, and ponds -- and is within walking distance of a water park.
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135 East Main Street, Elkton, MD 21921
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The Historical Society of Cecil County is an organization dedicated to promoting and preserving the history of the local area. The organization operates a research library filled with a vast amount of genealogical data available.
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Landmark Bethesda Row Cinema is perfect for a more upscale movie-watching experience. With a full bar, refreshments, reserved seating and cozy reclining seats, you'll feel completely at home.
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514 S Frederick Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
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Located in a park setting, Gaithersburg Miniature Golf At Bohrer Park features an 18-hole miniature golf course with waterfalls, streams and ponds. It has changing hole locations and can be used for private parties.
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3 votes
9 S Summit Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
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Situated in the 1884 B&O Railstation, the Gaithersburg Community Museum contains a lot of history and imagination. The museum offers tours, rentals, genealogy information, preserved pieces of the community's past, and much more.
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A 32-lane bowling center, Elk Lanes Inc offers open and league bowling with automatic scoring, bumpers and synthetic lanes. The center also provides a pro shop, party hosting and a snack bar with food and drinks.
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The cinema, Westown Movies, offers special discounts for children and senior citizens and also is available for community events and birthday parties. The theater also features concessions and a Dolby Atmos Sound System.
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10 votes
506 S Frederick Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
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As a community recreations center, Bohrer Park At Summit Hall Farm offers a miniature golf course, swimming pool, and fitness center for visitors to enjoy. The center has a waterpark with a three-story slide, shallow pool, and water playground.
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At Caroline Freeland Urban Park, visitors can bring their children to a playground with slides, swing sets, and a climbing structure. Next to the playground is a covered picnic area with tables for family picnics.
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Ayrlawn Park is a 14.3 acre park offering large open fields and various recreational amenities. Attractions include a multipurpose field, a playground, two tennis courts, a softball field, and a baseball field.