- The list below includes 668 free or cheap things to do in or near Melrose, Massachusetts, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Arts Centers, Dog Park and Parks.
- From Melrose Dog Park to Possessions Gallery, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Melrose and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boston, Lowell, Cambridge and Gloucester.
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Built in 1768, Jeremiah Lee Mansion is a Georgian-style historic home which houses a number of preserved original furnishings as well as many authentic 18th century artifacts.
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170 Washington St., Marblehead, MA 1945
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Marblehead Museum & Historical Society comprises of the historic Jeremiah Lee Mansion, the J.O.J. Frost Folk Art Collection as well as the archives of Marblehead history, all of which feature a range of authentic artifacts and offer guided tours.
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Owned and administered by the Marblehead Arts Association, the King Hooper Mansion is open seasonally. An architectural sight in itself, the mansion is home to an extensive and eclectic collection of art.
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A harborside park, Crocker Park offers remarkable views of Marblehead harbor. Visitors can swim in an area just off the dock, walk or jog along scenic trails, or picnic in one of the multiple pavilions.
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Located on the Salem Sound, the Northshore Outrigger Canoe Club is a club dedicated to bringing canoe trip opportunities to visitors. Guests enjoy paddling through the scenic waters and spending a day relaxing in the sun.
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174 Liberty St., Concord, MA 01742
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Minute Man National Historical Park is the site where the opening battle of the American Revolutionary War was fought. The park houses multiple historic sites including the Wayside which was home to many notable authors such as Nathaniel Hawthorne.
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A small rock outcropping located in scenic Marblehead Harbor, Crowninshield Island features a hiking trail loop that provides stunning views of the harbor all around. The island is a nice spot for picnics and wildlife viewing.
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There are many activities that Cold Spring Park hosts, with different areas for tennis, soccer, basketball and softball. A running trail circles the park, which also contains a dog park as well as a seasonal farmer's market.
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Squantum Point Park is a leisure park that is open from dusk until dawn all year round. The park was originally used as a Naval airfield and has opportunities for activities such as fishing, birding, running, and inline skating.
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Situated on the edge of Wenham Lake, JC Phillips Nature Preserve offers visitors a 1.5 hike through shaded nature trails. On the trails, visitors can see native animals, from lizards to deer.