- The list below includes 225 free or cheap things to do in or near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, including 105 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Art Museum, Neighborhoods and Colleges & Universities.
- From Independence National Historical Park to University of Pennsylvania, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Philadelphia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Chester, Cherry Hill, Wilmington and Camden.
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Beginning at a designated starting point, groups of two, four, or six use smartphones to explore the city, searching for hidden objects
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Seventeen-acre Marquan Park features woodlands, forest glades and open park land, and is known for its arboretum which contains 200 different tree species. Guest can view nature from the walking paths or enjoy it from the picnic and playground areas.
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Composed of wooded areas and open park land, Marquand Park sits on 17 acres and features over 200 species of plants as well as walking trails. The park also offers a playground, baseball field, picnic area and an arboretum.
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300 Top Rock Road, Quakertown, PA
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A shady mountain ascent is offered to those looking for a hard hike along the Top Rock Trail at Nockamixon State Park. The total length of the trail is just under a mile and a half and has a top elevation of 920 feet.
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The James F Hall Trail is a paved trail that can be used for bicycling, inline skating, running, and strolling. The trail has multiple playgrounds and picnic areas to the side of it.
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Part of a chain of comedy clubs, Catch a Rising Star features a variety of comedic acts. Birthday parties and other celebrations are welcome here. Further, the club offers training and workshops for aspiring comedians.
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With over 71 acres, Princeton Community Park North has an expanse of both open and wooded land. The park contains a pond, an amphitheater, and paved trails for jogging, biking, and wheelchair use.
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Located in Bear, Delaware, the Hullaballoo Amusement Center is a safe, indoor play space for children aged 12 and younger. The main play zone is restricted to kids less than 4 feet, 6 inches tall.
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483 Alexander St., Princeton, NJ 08540
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A direct launch dock is available at the Princeton Canoe and Kayak Rental at the Princeton Turning Basin Park. Guests can rent canoes or kayaks then paddle directly to the D&R Canal.
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Morven Museum & Garden
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55 Stockton St, Princeton, NJ
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The exquisite architecture and manicured landscaping of Morven Museum and Garden draws locals and visitors of Princeton. The museum is dedicated to preserving the history of the area and offers an array of art exhibitions within the space.
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Princeton Tour Company offers many tours to share local folklore about the Princeton community, including its famous citizens like Albert Einstein, T.S. Elion, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Robert Oppenheimer, and many U.S. Presidents. The company also offers step-on guides for bus tours.