Free & Cheap Things to Do in Glen Echo, MD

  • The list below includes 502 free or cheap things to do in or near Glen Echo, Maryland, including 120 different types of inexpensive activities like Amusement Parks (All Ages), Historic Sites, Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From Glen Echo Park to Clara Barton National Historic Site, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Glen Echo and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
  • The list below includes 502 free or cheap things to do in or near Glen Echo, Maryland, including 120 different types of inexpensive activities like Amusement Parks (All Ages), Historic Sites, Parks and Movie Theaters.
  • From Glen Echo Park to Clara Barton National Historic Site, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Glen Echo and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
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12.5 Miles
73% 49 votes
History Museums 201 S. Washington St, Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
The Lyceum is essentially a history museum that was founded in 1839 by a group calling themselves the Alexandria Lyceum in conjunction with the Alexandria Library Company. Local history collections, school programs, concerts, and lectures are offered within the museum.
12.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Swimming Pool 9100 Burnetta Drive, Annandale, VA 22003 MoreLess Info
Families can play, compete, or lounge around the pool at Long Branch Swim & Racquet Club. Amenities include a shaded baby pool, roped-off swim lanes, 12' deep end, a diving board, and a water slide.
12.6 Miles
89% 204 votes
Historic Homes 121 N. Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
The 18th century Palladian-style building known as Carlyle House offers daily tours of the house to explore the life of John Carlyle in pre-Revolutionary Virginia. Special programs for children, events, exhibits, and lectures are held throughout the year.
12.6 Miles
84% 101 votes
Food Tours 305 S. St. Asaph St. Suite 4, Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
The metropolitan area of Washington DC features a wide variety of cuisine options that are highlighted through DC Metro Food Tours. The company takes guests along walking tours of specific neighborhoods to visit and taste items at locally owned and operated establishments.
12.6 Miles
95% 1925 votes
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Old Town

Historic Districts Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
The Alexandria neighborhood of Old Town is a preserved historic district that used to be the hometown of George Washington. The modern aspects of the area embrace local art, high-style boutiques, and restaurants.
12.6 Miles
89% 728 votes
Arts Centers 105 N Union St., Alexandria, VA MoreLess Info
Receiving roughly 500,000 visitors each year, the Torpedo Factory Art Center serves as one of the largest art havens in the county with 82 studios, six galleries, and two workshops. The institute also has art classes through The Art League School and an on-site cafe.
12.6 Miles
92% 172 votes
Specialty Museums 105-107 S. Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA MoreLess Info
Operating as a family apothecary business from 1792 to 1933, the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum still houses some of the original ingredients, papers and products used during the time for customers including Robert E. Lee and the Washingtons.
12.6 Miles
38% 8 votes
Laser Tag 624 Quince Orchard Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1999, Shadowland is a laser tag facility offering a number of amenities for its visitors to enjoy. In addition to laser tag, the facility also contains a game arcade as well as banquet halls available.
12.7 Miles
83% 119 votes
Parks 7500 Accotnik Park Road, Springfield, VA 22150 MoreLess Info
Lake Accotink Park offers outdoor activities for all ages, including an antique carousel, miniature golf and bike and boat rentals. Picnic areas with grills are available, as well as a four-mile loop hiking and biking trail. Swimming is prohibited.
12.8 Miles
Owned and operated by George Mason University, the Center for the Arts serves the entire community as well as students of the university. Plays, dance performances, concerts, and shows of the Virginia Opera Company are regularly held.
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