Free & Cheap Things to Do in Newport News, VA

  • The list below includes 150 free or cheap things to do in or near Newport News, Virginia, including 73 different types of inexpensive activities like Swimming Pool, Military Museums, Specialty Museums and Beaches.
  • From The Noland Trail to Newport News Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Newport News and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Williamsburg, Hampton, Norfolk and Portsmouth.
  • The list below includes 150 free or cheap things to do in or near Newport News, Virginia, including 73 different types of inexpensive activities like Swimming Pool, Military Museums, Specialty Museums and Beaches.
  • From The Noland Trail to Newport News Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Newport News and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Williamsburg, Hampton, Norfolk and Portsmouth.
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Traditional pizzas, pastas, and sandwiches are served alongside homemade pigs in a blanket, habanero burgers, and a ghost-chili pizza
10.8 Miles
97% 94 votes
Monuments 41 Bernard Road, Hampton, VA MoreLess Info
The historic Fort Monroe National Monument that used to act as a military installation during the Civil War. The original fort was made up of 170 buildings, 200-acres of natural resources, and 3.2-miles of beaches.
11.3 Miles
96% 57 votes
History Museums 103 Main Street, Smithfield, VA 23430 MoreLess Info
The past of Isle of Wight County is chronicled within the Isle of Wight County Museum. Most of the collection centers around the ham, agricultural, and water industries of the area, but there are also prehistoric fossils and Native American artifacts.
11.3 Miles
98% 121 votes
Parks 301 Jericho Road, Smithfield, VA 23430 MoreLess Info
Spread across 208 acres, the Windsor Castle Park serves as a riverside recreation area. There are several hiking trails and a mountain bike trail in addition to opportunities for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and picnicking.
11.4 Miles
50% 2 votes
Skating Rinks 200 Wimbledon Ln, Smithfield, VA 23430 MoreLess Info
A roller and inline skating rink, Smithfield Skate Ltd offers open skating as well as pickup hockey for both kids and adults. The rink is also available for reservations for birthday parties and special events.
11.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 131 Main Street, Smithfield, VA 23430 MoreLess Info
Displaying a multitude of paintings and bronze sculptures, Imagine Art Studios showcases the work of over 10 local artists. Each piece of art has background information about the artist behind it.
11.6 Miles
98% 61 votes
Visitor Centers 319 Main St, Smithfield, VA MoreLess Info
Located in downtown Smithfield is an informative site known as the Smithfield & Isle of Wight Visitor Center. Sample itineraries, historic walking tour maps, and information about local attractions, restaurants, and lodging options are freely available.
11.6 Miles
92% 37 votes
Farmers Markets 319 Main Street, Smithfield, VA 23430 MoreLess Info
Smithfield Farmers Market offers many different types of locally grown foods, including produce, meats, and herbs. Various other edibles and handcrafted items are also available. Live music is provided during each market, and pets are welcome.
11.6 Miles
100% 3 votes
Art Gallery 324 Main Street, Smithfield, VA 23430 MoreLess Info
Painted Garden Gallery showcases the works of Robbie Younger Perrotti, an artist who works in a number of media. The gallery features a variety of paintings, painted furniture, and a collection of vintage clothing.
12.0 Miles
98% 299 votes
Religious Buildings 14477 Benns Church Blvd, Smithfield, VA 23430 MoreLess Info
The Historic St. Luke's Church possesses the oldest Gothic architecture in the United States. Architecture is not the only draw of the site since it has been preserved for nearly four centuries through war, destruction, and great events in American history.
12.0 Miles
94% 148 votes
Military Museums Lee Blvd & IH 64, Williamsburg, VA MoreLess Info
The U.S. Army Transportation Museum, Fort Eustis, holds several planes, trains, and tanks used in American wars. The museum holds many exhibits each year and displays the history of army transportation.
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