- The list below includes 480 free or cheap things to do in or near Potomac, Maryland, including 120 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Parks, Tennis and Swimming Pool.
- From Billy Goat Trail to Great Falls: Billy Goat Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Potomac and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
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13551 Fort Washington Rd, Fort Washington, MD 20744
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The central attraction at the Fort Washington National Park is an 19th cenutry historic fort made of stone which was initially used for military defense. The park also contains many trails, picnic spots and a small museum.
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Celebrating the early history of the areas railroads and the Civil War, the Bowie Train Station Museum is popular with locomotive and history buffs alike. The museum features photographs of the town throughout history, a vintage caboose and an out of service railway tower.
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7175 Oakland Mills Rd., Columbia, MD 21046
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Focused exclusively on trampoline-related activities, Skyzone Indoor Trampoline Park provides free jump, a foam pit, slam dunk basketball and dodgeball. Also available are fitness classes and a special toddler time for younger visitors.
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A movie theater featuring an IMAX auditorium, AMC Columbia 14 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, theater rentals, self-service ticketing and a concession area with food and drinks.
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Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Huntington Railroad Museum presents guided tours of a small complex of railroad buildings. Explore life and history of the early Huntington railroad see the machines that guide railroad operation.
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The man-made Lake Kittamaqundi offers 27 acres of water with a rough depth of around seven feet. Boating is the most popular activity on the lake as there is a large boathouse with a wooden pier located along the western shore.
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10500 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042
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A farm with lots of activities for families, Clark's Elioaks Farm features a petting zoo, pony rides, and a variety of games. The farm hosts children's birthday parties and special events, as well.
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6th & Constitution Ave NW, Fort Washington, MD 20744
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Washington, D.C.'s National Gallery of Art is the premier art museum in the country. The gallery features extensive collections of art from all eras, representing both American and European art. There is also a sculpture garden.
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Capital Childrens Museum is designed primarily for children age 8 and younger. The Museum houses exhibits and programs that honor kids' voices and reflect themes that speak to them as they learn about and engage with the world around them.
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The local history of the city is put on display at The Manassas Museum. The permanent exhibits go into the Native American past of the area, but the bulk of the collection is on the Civil War and related artifacts.