Free & Cheap Things to Do in Fairfax, VA

  • The list below includes 449 free or cheap things to do in or near Fairfax, Virginia, including 119 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, National & State Parks, Bowling and Arts & Crafts Classes.
  • From Van Dyck Park to Daniels Run Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Fairfax and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
  • The list below includes 449 free or cheap things to do in or near Fairfax, Virginia, including 119 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, National & State Parks, Bowling and Arts & Crafts Classes.
  • From Van Dyck Park to Daniels Run Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Fairfax and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
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12.8 Miles
86% 580 votes
Historic Sites Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA 22211 MoreLess Info
Sitting on what was originally a 1,100 acre plantation, Arlington House - The Robert E. Lee Memorial served as the Confederate general's home before the Civil War. The home has been fully restored to what it would have been when Lee lived in it.
12.8 Miles
94% 123 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 3701 Lockheed Blvd, Alexandria, VA MoreLess Info
The wetland area called Huntley Meadows Park is part of a large conservation and restoration project. Within the area is an educational visitor center and places for wildlife and bird watching.
12.8 Miles
87% 84 votes
Historic Homes 9000 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22039 MoreLess Info
Woodlawn Plantation and Pope-Leighey House are located on a 126 acre estate in the rolling hills of Virginia. Visitors enjoy studying the architecture and history of the buildings overlooking the Potomac River.
12.8 Miles
48% 46 votes
Farms & Ranches 26469 Ticonderoga Rd., Chantilly, VA MoreLess Info
Modern farm life is on display at the Ticonderoga Farms that covers over 1,000 acres of fields and forest. Farm related activities like hayrides, slides, bonfires, pumpkin picking, picnics, and fresh produce are frequently held.
12.8 Miles
100% 3 votes
Horseback Riding 8827 Brentsville Road, Manassas, VA 20112 MoreLess Info
Family owned and operated, Brentsville Stables is an equestrian facility that offers English riding lessons, including English pleasure, hunt seat equitation, and jumping. Through private lessons with a certified and credentialed instructor, students of all levels can learn to ride.
12.9 Miles
85% 403 votes
Monuments 1501 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA 22204 MoreLess Info
The United States Air Force and its predecessor organizations are honored at the Air Force Memorial in Arlington. It is adjacent to the Arlington National Cemetery and overlooks the Pentagon to allow for guests to view parallels between the sites.
12.9 Miles
90% 20 votes
Historic Sites 21544 Old Vestal's Gap Rd., Sterling, VA 20164 MoreLess Info
Located in eastern Loudoun County is Virginia's Claude Moore Park and Lanesville Heritage Area. The park features eleven miles of hiking trails, picnic pavilions and fishing ponds while the heritage center features a historic schoolhouse and sportsplex.
12.9 Miles
84% 25 votes
History Museums 21668 Heritage Farm Lane, Sterling, VA 20164 MoreLess Info
Farm life of the past is put on display at the Heritage Farm Museum through several exhibits. The main displays include the interactive children's farm exhibits, the workhorse museum, and an interactive farm kitchen.
12.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Skate Parks 24950 Riding Center Drive, Chantilly, VA 20152 MoreLess Info
The South Riding Skatepark is over 7,000 feet of concrete skating jungle. The park packs a lot in to its space with several stairs, pads, ledges, 4 quarter pipes, hubbas, and pump jumps.
13.0 Miles
70% 10 votes
Family Fun Center 23520 Overland Drive #146, Sterling, VA 20166 MoreLess Info
Panther Family Fun Center is a family entertainment center and arcade featuring a laser tag arena. The center hosts laser tag day camps for children and is available for private party hosting.
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