Free & Cheap Things to Do in McLean, VA

  • The list below includes 482 free or cheap things to do in or near McLean, Virginia, including 120 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Playgrounds and Comedy Clubs.
  • From Great Falls National Park to Clemyjontri Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in McLean and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
  • The list below includes 482 free or cheap things to do in or near McLean, Virginia, including 120 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Playgrounds and Comedy Clubs.
  • From Great Falls National Park to Clemyjontri Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in McLean and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
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14.4 Miles
68% 22 votes
Movie Theaters Steven F Udvar-Hazy Center, 14390 Air & Space Museum Parkway, Chantilly, VA 20151 MoreLess Info
As the biggest IMAX screen in all of Northern Virginia, the Airbus IMAX Theatre strives to give movie-goers a unique and memorable movie experience. The movies are projected on special screens that are several stories high.
14.5 Miles
98% 2836 votes
Aviation Museums 14390 Air and Space Museum Pkwy, Chantilly, VA 20151 MoreLess Info
Two huge hangars compose the Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center. Thousands of aviation and space artifacts are on display such as a Concorde and the space shuttle Discovery.
14.5 Miles
71% 7 votes
Dog Park 16601 Georgia Avenue, Olney, MD 20832 MoreLess Info
Located in Olney Manor Recreational Park, Olney Manor Dog Park is a one-acre park with separate play areas for large and small dogs. Open from sunrise until sunset, the park is completely fenced for off-leash exercise and play.
14.5 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.
14.5 Miles
43% 7 votes
Swimming Pool 16605 Georgia Avenue, Olney, MD 20832 MoreLess Info
The Olney Indoor Swim Center features large swimming pools, a diving well, hydrotherapy pools, and a splash play area for kids. The center also features shower and locker facilities and a sauna.
14.5 Miles
31% 13 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 21610 Atlantic Blvd, Sterling, VA 20166 MoreLess Info
The Michael & Son Sportsplex at Dulles is an indoor sports facility that features two basketball courts, three indoor soccer fields, and a small-sided soccer field. The facility is available for birthday parties and has a small arcade.
14.5 Miles
100% 8 votes
Visitor Centers 5040 Walney Road, Chantilly, VA 20151 MoreLess Info
Hosting more than 30,000 visitors each year, the Ellanor C Lawrence Park - Walney Visitors Center is a public park facility that has a wealth of information available for visitors. Located in a restored farmhouse, the center hosts exhibits, too.
14.6 Miles
29% 14 votes
Laser Tag 4300 Chantlly Shopping Ctr., Chantilly, VA 20151 MoreLess Info
Shadowland Laser Adventures features one large laser tag room, filled with ramps, stairs, corners and other places to hide. A number of game variations can be played there, such as team versus team or every player for himself.
14.7 Miles
93% 27 votes
National & State Parks 5040 Walney Road, Centreville, VA MoreLess Info
Ellanor C. Lawrence Park serves as a wildlife preservation area. Visitors can hike, picnic, and learn more about the area in the Walney Visitor Center's refurbished 1780's farmhouse.
14.7 Miles
46% 26 votes
Cooking Classes 21100 Dulles Town Circle, Sterling, VA 20166 MoreLess Info
Cooking is made both fun and accessible at the Cookology Recreational Culinary School. The courses help the average person prepare healthy and delicious meals that can work within most budget ranges.
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