- The list below includes 632 free or cheap things to do in or near Newton, Massachusetts, including 111 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Playgrounds.
- From Cold Spring Park to Hammond Pond Reservation, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Newton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boston, Lowell, Cambridge and Salem.
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Believed to have been formed by retreating glaciers thousands of years ago, Walden Pond is best known as the place where the famous writer Henry David Thoreau spent two years of his life and recorded his experiences in a inspirational book titled 'Walden'.
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A local wildlife reserve, Rocky Woods comprises of a rugged terrain with a number of multi-purpose nature trails and a scenic overlook at Cedar Hill.
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The Hapgood Wright Town Forest is a forest conservation area dedicated to protecting the natural environment located within the many local acres. The forest features numerous nature trails popular among walkers and hikers.
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Marina Bay, a 686-slip marina on Dorchester Bay, provides a Boston Harbor location to dock, store and service vessels. Power and water are available on all docks. Other amenities include free parking and private restroom, shower and laundry facilities.
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Whether one rides for show or for pleasure, Horseplay Stables offers a scenic and friendly experience. The stables offer riding lessons and training for both adults and children, as well as offering boarding options for equine owners.
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Governor Hutchinson's Field is a natural preserve that contains a sunken wall called a ha-ha that prevents livestock from crossing. The site also has views of the city of Boston from the top of Milton Hill.
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Immortalized in literature by the great American author Henry David Thoreau, Walden Pond State Reservation preserves the pond, Thoreau's cabin, and the surrounding environs for visitors to experience. The reservation offers year-round programs and guided tours.
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A movie theater featuring 16 auditoriums, AMC Framingham 16 displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater offers in-theater dining, theater rentals for private events and a concession area with food and drinks.
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Landlocked Forest is a 250 acre forest preserve featuring 13 miles of walking trails. The trails are suitable for walking, jogging, bicycling, snow shoeing, and cross-country skiing. The preserve may be of particular interest to hikers, bicyclists, and bird watchers.
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Popular during the summer months, the Holland Memorial Pool is a public swimming pool run by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Visitors to the pool enjoy cooling off from the heat by swimming and relaxing in the water.