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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4.5 Miles
80% 25 votes
Mini Golf 7900 Lee Highway, Falls Church, VA 22042 MoreLess Info
Golfing activities allow Jefferson District Park to stand out among the area's community centers. Visitors can enjoy a landscaped, 9-hole, executive golf course or mini-golf in addition to standard activities such as basketball or tennis.
4.6 Miles
78% 54 votes
Parks 6060 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 20117 MoreLess Info
A wooded park area, Upton Hill Regional Park features a miniature golf course, swimming pool and batting cages. The park can be used for hiking and picnicking and includes a children's playground.
4.8 Miles
92% 37 votes
Parks 601 North Manchester Street, Arlington, VA 22203 MoreLess Info
Bluemont Park is favored by local families and runners. The park features a 4 mile long stream that is nestled against scenic jogging paths, a shaded playground, basketball courts and picnic areas.
4.9 Miles
42% 12 votes
Movie Theaters 7291 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA 22042 MoreLess Info
Loehmann's Twin Cinemas showcases movies from India in a two-theater complex that seats 900 people in total. Films are shown on extra large screens in Dolby sound and there are accommodations for the hearing-impaired.
5.0 Miles
50% 2 votes
Hiking Trails Bethesda, MD 20824 MoreLess Info
Little Falls Hiker-Biker Trail is a 3.5 mile trail that offers a more rustic path closer to the water's edge. The trail is good for running or cycling and also facilitates a pleasant walk.
5.0 Miles
72% 18 votes
Parks 1021 N Quincy Street, Arlington, VA 22216 MoreLess Info
Spanning a total of four acres, Quincy Park is a public park that offers a number of amenities for visitors to enjoy. These amenities include six tennis courts, a volleyball court, a basketball court, and numerous picnic areas.
5.1 Miles
86% 95 votes
Movie Theaters 8200 Strawberry Lane, Fairfax, VA MoreLess Info
Along with being a popular first-run theater, the Angelika Film Center serves as an arthouse site with independent film showings and special discussions. There is also an adjoining café where debates about the movies are encouraged.
5.1 Miles
80% 218 votes
Movie Theaters 2911 District Avenue, Fairfax, VA 22031 MoreLess Info
Angelika Film Center & Cafe at Mosaic is a movie theater that shows both independent and blockbuster films, with a cafe that serves alcohol and has a unique menu. They have assigned seating so seats can be reserved.
5.3 Miles
93% 166 votes
Bike Paths Along Shoreline, Arlington, VA MoreLess Info
Views of the Potomac and Washington DC monuments are some of the biggest pulls for the Mount Vernon Trail. It is a multi-use recreational trail that runs for nearly 18 miles along the shoreline of the river.
5.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks Elm Street, Bethesda, MD 20814 MoreLess Info
Spanning a total of just over 2 acres, Elm Street Park is a small urban park offering guests a number of amenities. These include a playground area, picnic tables, and a unique 'Girl with Hoop' statue by artist Jenny Read.
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