Free & Cheap Things to Do in Providence, RI

  • The list below includes 315 free or cheap things to do in or near Providence, Rhode Island, including 111 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Colleges & Universities and Art Museum.
  • From Brown University to Swan Point Cemetery, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Providence and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Newport, Fall River, Warwick and North Kingstown.
  • The list below includes 315 free or cheap things to do in or near Providence, Rhode Island, including 111 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Colleges & Universities and Art Museum.
  • From Brown University to Swan Point Cemetery, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Providence and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Newport, Fall River, Warwick and North Kingstown.
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0.0 Miles
Explore the city via an adventure combining the fun of a scavenger hunt with the information of a self-guided tour
5.3 Miles
70% 46 votes
Horseback Riding 1 Twin River Rd., Lincoln, RI 02865 MoreLess Info
Sunset Stables offers year round horseback riding through Lincoln Woods. The company provides lessons to guests of all ages, as well as guided trail rides, horse shows and summer camps.
5.3 Miles
74% 19 votes
Dog Park 100 Great Road, Lincoln, RI 02865 MoreLess Info
Chase Farm features large open fields and rolling hills with plenty of space for dogs to roam. Visitors can hike and explore the trails around the farm or through the woods, or picnic by the pond under the trees.
5.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks 701 Bullocks Point Avenue, East Providence, RI 02915 MoreLess Info
Situated along Narragansett Bay, Rose Larisa Memorial Park measures 10 acres and features an amphitheater as well as views of the bay. The park provides picnic tables, benches, a shelter and a trail suitable for walking.
5.5 Miles
79% 237 votes
National & State Parks Lincoln, RI MoreLess Info
A favorite getaway for Rhode Islanders, Lincoln Woods State Park, is within easy driving distance from Providence, Pawtucket, and Cumberland. The park features rugged multi-use trails throughout the forest, fresh water swimming, kayaking, and more.
5.8 Miles
100% 10 votes
Cemeteries 1469 Post Rd, Warwick, RI 2888 MoreLess Info
Recognized as a Jewish burial place, Lincoln Park Cemetery is a rich part of Warwick's history. Going back well over 100 years, there are many community leaders and prominent residents buried here.
5.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Skating Rinks 900 Phenix Avenue, Cranston, RI 2921 MoreLess Info
At Cranston Veteran's Memorial Ice Rink, visitors can join others on an indoor rink during public skating hours. The rink also hosts public hockey sessions for all ages, as well as stick and puck hours for hockey players.
5.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Recreation Centers 7 Esmond Street, Smithfield, RI 2917 MoreLess Info
Owned and operated by the residents of Smithfield, the East Smithfield Neighborhood Center is an alcohol-free building that has a few different rooms, some with kitchens, available for rental. Square dancing classes are offered on Monday evenings.
6.0 Miles
100% 8 votes
Historic Homes 677 Great Road, Lincoln, RI 2865 MoreLess Info
The historic Hearthside House is a museum that has the aim of promoting the historical significance of the Hearthside House. The museum gives out tours to groups of people and is available for field trips.
6.3 Miles
100% 6 votes
Music Venue 549 Broad St, Cumberland, RI 02864 MoreLess Info
The Blackstone River Theatre in Cumberland, Rhode Island features music, dance and folk arts entertainment for Cumberland and the nearby surrounding area. The community performing arts center regularly features musical concerts and children's theatre.
6.4 Miles
98% 205 votes
Bike Paths Blackstone River State Park, Cumberland, RI MoreLess Info
Currently stretching over 10 miles, the Blackstone River Bikeway, is slated to extend a total of 48 miles from Rhode Island to Massachusetts. The flat, paved trail is perfect for biking, jogging, or blading while watching the birds and wildlife along the river.
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