- 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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A loop trail through the wilderness, Tantiusques is a moderate hiking challenge that stretches about one and a half miles. The trail leads past an old lead mine that was originally used by Native Americans, and subsequently by European settlers.
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Formed in 1987, the Norwich Arts Center is an art center dedicated to inspire and provide the community with affordable music, arts and education in the greater Norwich region. The gallery hosts several live performances, special events, and art exhibitions.
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Located across Winnapaug Pond at the Weekapaug Beachway, Dunes Park is a private, sandy beach with access to water for swimming and playing. The park provides on-duty lifeguards, restroom and shower facilities and a concession stand.
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Misquamicut State Beach
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257 Atlantic Avenue, Westerly, RI 02891
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Misquamicut State Beach is a public clear water beach very popular among local residents and visitors alike. Visitors to the beach commonly enjoy activities like jogging, swimming, having picnics, or fishing in the ocean.
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The first large municipally-funded public library in America, the Boston Public Library features an audio-visual collection and a variety of fiction and young adult book offerings. The location also features an auditorium and conference rooms.
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Copley Place is a shopping mall that features a wide range of stores, including J. Crew, Brookstone, and American Eagle Outfitters. The location also hosts a wide variety of events, including Boston Fashion Week and the Massart Wearable Art Display.
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100 Robert Treat Pane Drive, Waltham, MA 02452
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Also known as Stonehurst, the Robert Treat Paine Estate was designed as a collaboration between Frederick Law Olmsted and Henry Hobson Richardson. Stonehurst sits on 109 acres of land, and is available for wedding ceremonies and tours.
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Social reformer Robert Treat Paine's 1886 Stonehurst Manor sits atop a secluded hill overlooking 109 acres of conservation land. Hiking along woodland trails, self-guided walking tours for kids and adults, Museum Manor exhibits are available. Available for weddings and events.
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Newbury Street is the street location for a variety of restaurant, retail and other experiences. The street attracts both locals and tourists due to its aesthetic appeal and variety of shopping.
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1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge, MA 01566
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Old Sturbridge Village is a recreation of the rural New England area between 1790 to 1830. Featuring guides in costumes, the village is educational and informative and runs programs tailored to children.