- The list below includes 61 free or cheap things to do in or near Peterborough, New Hampshire, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Bowling, Playgrounds and Movie Theaters.
- From Miller State Park to Adam's Playground, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Peterborough and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Jaffrey, Fitchburg, Keene and Nashua.
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Frye's Measure Mill has been operating through simple water power since the 1850s and continues to work by these means. Tours of the facility look into the historic water-powered workshop that still creates a variety of wares such as measures, pantry boxes, and piggins.
11.0 Miles
Built in 1886, the Town Hall Theater was historically used as a playhouse for traveling shows. The modern focus of the venue is as a comfortable, independent cinema which concentrates on artistic films.
16.5 Miles
Spanning a total distance of 10-miles in length, the Joe English Reservation is a hiking trail that can also be used for hunting, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The trial was named after a Native American named Joe English.
16.9 Miles
The childhood home of the US' fourteenth President, the Franklin Pierce Homestead is a 19th Century country house now offers private and group tours of the building, including its second floor ballroom.
16.9 Miles
Established in 1927, the Historical Society of Cheshire County is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of the local area. The society operates a 13,000 square-foot museum filled with historical documents and exhibits.
17.0 Miles
Formerly a house belonging to Horatio Colony II, Horatio Colony Museum features original furnishings and art from the 19th century. The museum offers tours and has an antiques collection as well as a garden outside.
17.1 Miles
Keene, New Hampshire's Central Square often appears on lists of the most beautiful American public spaces. It is dominated by the soaring spire of the Congregationalist Church thatsits next to the Square's gazebo.
17.1 Miles
A sports bar and pool hall, McCue's Billiards & Sports Lounge features a variety of pool tables, a full menu of food and beverage options, and live music on the weekends.
17.5 Miles
Created for children of all ages, Cheshire Children's Museum is housed in the Center at Keene. A great place for birthday parties, the museum encourages dramatic and imaginative play.
17.7 Miles
The Jasper Valley Swim & Tennis Club is a recreational facility that features numerous hardcourt tennis courts and sand volleyball areas. The complex also offers a full-size swimming pool with separate kiddie pool, and picnic areas with barbecue pits.