Free & Cheap Things to Do in Franklin, MA

  • The list below includes 432 free or cheap things to do in or near Franklin, Massachusetts, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Forests, Bowling, Children's Play Area and Family Fun Center.
  • From Franklin Public Library to Franklin Town Forest, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Franklin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Providence, Cambridge, Brookline and Framingham.
  • The list below includes 432 free or cheap things to do in or near Franklin, Massachusetts, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Forests, Bowling, Children's Play Area and Family Fun Center.
  • From Franklin Public Library to Franklin Town Forest, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Franklin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Providence, Cambridge, Brookline and Framingham.
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19.8 Miles
67% 3 votes
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Ward Park

Swimming Pool 1-27 Orchard Street, Marlborough, MA 01752 MoreLess Info
Ward Park was named after the late Artemas Ward and stretches almost 20 acres. The park has a 2-foot wading pool, a local museum, a playground, a yoga studio, and tennis courts.
19.9 Miles
57% 35 votes
Parks Hammond Pond Parkway, Newton, MA MoreLess Info
Consisting of a large pond surrounded by woodland, Hammond Pond Reservation offers visitors recreational activities like hiking and fishing. The trail at the pond passes by caves, groves, swamps, gardens, and more.
19.9 Miles
95% 19 votes
Libraries 12 Pleasant Street, Taunton, MA 02870 MoreLess Info
Located in a Beaux-Arts architectural building, Taunton Public Library offers visitors a wide variety of books, tapes, and DVDs to check out. The library hosts community events like summer movie nights, reading programs, and more.
19.9 Miles
86% 22 votes
Bowling 225 Niantic Avenue, Cranston, RI 02907 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1960, Lang's Bowlarama features 40 lanes suitable for open and league bowlers. It offers a full bar, a dining menu, a party room and a lounge with a 16-foot television for sports viewing.
20.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 3 Tennis Drive, Shrewsbury, MA 1545 MoreLess Info
Guests and members can enjoy a variety of fitness programs and tennis instruction at the Shrewsbury Health & Racquet Club. The health club also features pickelball, racquet ball, archery, wallyball, and a pro shop.
20.0 Miles
89% 9 votes
Bike Paths Lincoln St & Highland Street, Marlborough, MA 01752 MoreLess Info
Featuring six miles of paved trails, the Assabet River Rail Trail is suitable for skateboarding, biking, jogging, or hiking. It passes through some downtown areas as well as some wilderness areas, and some spots are suitable for bird watching.
20.0 Miles
67% 3 votes
Playgrounds Tyler Terrace, Newton, MA 02459 MoreLess Info
The Newton Center Park & Playground features five clay tennis courts, regulation and junior baseball fields, elementary soccer fields, basketball court, play area with swings, and fenced toddler play area with swings and a recreation center.
20.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Gardens 1 Langley Road, Newton, MA 2459 MoreLess Info
Surrounded by historic churches and charming boutiques in the Newton Centre Garden. The garden features pathways of lush greenery and vibrant blooms, lending a relaxing atmosphere for a morning or afternoon stroll.
20.1 Miles
71% 21 votes
Pubs 64 Weir Street, Taunton, MA 02780 MoreLess Info
The Baha Brothers' Sandbar Grill seeks to bring Key West atmosphere to Taunton. It is a full-service pub and live music venue, featuring local, regional, and nationally touring acts on stage five nights a week.
20.1 Miles
67% 3 votes
Horseback Riding 704 Randolph Avenue, Milton, MA 02186 MoreLess Info
Whether one rides for show or for pleasure, Horseplay Stables offers a scenic and friendly experience. The stables offer riding lessons and training for both adults and children, as well as offering boarding options for equine owners.
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