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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21.5 Miles
54% 13 votes
Historic Sites 20850 Oatlands Plantation Ln, Leesburg, VA 20175 MoreLess Info
Oatlands Historic House & Gardens is a National Historic Landmark and offers daily tours of the mansion and terraced gardens. They also host an afternoon tea in the carriage house with advance reservations. Available for weddings and special events.
21.7 Miles
91% 155 votes
Historic Homes Route 15, Leesburg, VA 22075 MoreLess Info
The large and prestigious site known as Oatlands Plantation contains a restored country home that is fully furnished with 19th century items. The attached garden is well-maintained and available for public viewing after a tour of the house itself.
21.7 Miles
77% 26 votes
Bowling 11207 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20904 MoreLess Info
Visitors of the White Oak Duckpin Lanes can play a game of cosmic bowling, during which they can enjoy disco lights, fog, and oldies music. The bowling alley also has a grill snack bar.
21.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Specialty Museums 7100 Baltimore Avenue, College Park, MD 20740 MoreLess Info
The National Museum of Language has officially become a virtual museum. Rather than a physical space, the museum has exhibits, lectures, language summer camps, and workshops that are offered through their website.
21.8 Miles
67% 3 votes
Lake 4354 Lake Brittle Road, Warrenton, VA 20187 MoreLess Info
A 77-acre lake area, Lake Brittle was built in 1953 to be a fishing lake open to the public. Visitors to the lake can fish for catfish, largemouth bass, and walleye.
21.9 Miles
100% 3 votes
Mountain Biking 24432 Schaeffer Road, Gaithersburg, MD MoreLess Info
Cyclists visiting the Schaeffer Farms Mountain Bike Trail will find scenic views at every turn. There is a trail for every skill level and each trail offers a unique challenge. Visitors can bring a picnic to enjoy along the way.
22.0 Miles
- 1 votes
Architectural Buildings 1 Physics Ellipse, College Park, MD 20740 MoreLess Info
A wooded 24 acre site is home to the American Center For Physics, which features a huge archive of physics materials along with rotating science and art exhibits. Four different physics societies can be located inside.
22.1 Miles
86% 21 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) Terrapin Trl, College Park, MD 20741 MoreLess Info
Featuring seating for nearly 18,000 spectators, the Comcast Center is a sports arena that is the home of the Maryland Terrapins. Numerous sporting events are hosted here, including men's and women's basketball, volleyball, gymnastics, and wrestling.
22.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Recreation Centers 18905 Kingsview Road, Germantown, MD 20874 MoreLess Info
A multipurpose facility with attractions for all ages, the Germantown Community Recreation Center spans 23,500 square feet. The facility includes a variety of sports and exercise areas, both indoors and out.
22.3 Miles
- 0 votes
Swimming Pool 3545 Marlbrough Way, College Park, MD 20740 MoreLess Info
College Park Woods Pool has dedicated areas for every type of swimmer: Six lap lanes, 25m long, 1m Diving boards, 3ft Shallow area, poolside lounge chairs, a separate shaded Infant and Toddler Wading pool, a clubhouse and changing rooms.
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