- The list below includes 589 free or cheap things to do in or near Mount Vernon, New York, including 118 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Historic Sites, Basketball and Sports Stadiums (Amateur).
- From St. Paul's Church National Historic Site to Sports Underdome Inc, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Mount Vernon and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New York City, Queens, Brooklyn and Bronx.
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Consisting of natural woodlands preserved in an urban area, Riverdale Park features shady and scenic routes for hikers, joggers and dog walkers. Visitors can see 27 species of birds within the 50 forested acres.
4.4 Miles
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Poe Park Grand Concourse at Kingsbridge Rd, Bronx, NY 10458
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The Edgar Allan Poe Cottage is the cottage in which famous poet Edgar Allan Poe spent the last years of his life. Those visiting the cottage can expect a video presentation and a guided tour.
4.5 Miles
Covering 2,772 acres, the Pelham Bay Park is the largest public park in the state. It has forests, meadows, and other types of habitats, making it ideal for hiking and wildlife watching. Among the amenities can be remembered the playgrounds, the sport fields and courts, and the picnic areas.
4.5 Miles
Dazzling the garden-loving public since 1912, Untermyer Gardens, consist of 43-acres of Persian-style gardens overlooking the Hudson River. Visitors can stroll the manicured pathways to view the fountains, sculptures, and flowing streams.
4.5 Miles
Established in 1902, Poe Park is a recreational park that is dedicated to the American Poet Edgar Allen Poe. The park is home to the Poe Cottage, where Poe wrote ‘The Bells’, ‘Eureka’, and ‘Annabel Lee’.
4.6 Miles
Featuring a tranquil walled garden area, Untermyer Park is a large green space geared toward quiet repose. Wildlife sightings are frequent, and butterflies are particularly abundant among the gardens. The park also offers hiking trails and scenic overlooks.
4.7 Miles
Featuring wooden lanes, Van Nest Lanes offers visitors the opportunity to participate in recreational or league bowling. The bowling alley has been used as a filming location for movies like Men In Black 3.
4.8 Miles
Part of the famous Bronx Zoo, the Bronx Wildlife Center offers extensive opportunities to view wildlife from all around the world. The center is committed to sustainable and human practices.
4.8 Miles
Built in the 1929, Paradise Theater is a historic theater that hosts concerts, stand up comedy, and other events. The interior of the theater is designed to look like it is under the night's sky.
5.0 Miles
Spanning 40 acres, the Lenoir Preserve is a nature preserve with both open fields and wooded areas. The preserve shelters a wide variety of plant and animal species, and offers remarkable views of the Hudson River.