- The list below includes 233 free or cheap things to do in or near New Bedford, Massachusetts, including 106 different types of inexpensive activities like Specialty Museums, Parks, Religious Buildings and Bowling.
- From New Bedford Whaling National Historic Park to Fort Taber Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in New Bedford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Newport, Fall River, Oak Bluffs and Sandwich.
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A waterfront park, India Point Park features a network of walking and jogging paths that provide scenic views, as well as covered picnic areas and shady places to sit. The park also has a boat house, and offers sailing lessons.
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Offering a taste of Rhode Island's past is Mystic Scrimshanders antique store. The store offers a unique selection of items and artifacts including amber jewelry, Nantucket baskets, ivory items and more.
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Representing artists from right in town and all over the world, Five Main has a broad collection. The gallery features hand painted gifts, oil paintings, vintage pottery, jewelry, prints, and decorative items.
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Lose yourself in colonial times when you visit Wickford Village, and its tree-lined waterfront streets. Established in 1709, stroll around the historic village and browse the cafés, boutiques, antique shops, galleries, and restaurants.
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The Kayak Center of Rhode Island offers the opportunity to experience the state from its beautiful waters. There are over 130 different types of kayaks and SUPs, an instructional course, and free shipping to anywhere in the state.
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Legion Bowl & Billiards has been family owned and operated since 1948. They offer on-site duckpin bowling and billiard tables. Patrons can also visit the Legion Bowl & Billiards arcade and pub.
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Wilson Park is a leisure park that features a floating dock, a boat ramp, a picnic area, nature trails, a concession stand, and a playground. The park also has a .3-mile exercise trail.
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The Governor Henry Lippett House Museum is based in the actual 1865 home in which he lived and originally built for his wife Mary Anne Balch. The current collection works on preserving the life and times of those who lived in the home during the Victorian era.
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Originally a trading post, Smith's Castle began development in 1637. The castle has rich history involving Native Americans and British Troops, it is a significant landmark of the American Revolution.
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Built in the late 17th century, Smith's Castle is a historic house and museum that is home to a large selection of historic artifacts and exhibits. Visitors commonly enjoy seeing the original furniture, artwork, and other artifacts during their visit.