- The list below includes 169 free or cheap things to do in or near Rye, New Hampshire, including 109 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, National & State Parks, Fishing and Distilleries.
- From Odiorne Point State Park to Wallis Sands State Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Rye and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hampton, Portsmouth, Haverhill and Ogunquit.
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With long, wide shores and limited crowds, Seabrook Beach is a low-key and relaxing location that is family friendly. Beach-related activities such as swimming, volleyball, and sand-castle building are common.
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Displaying paintings of nature, still life, and portraits, Seacoast Art Association showcases the work of its local members. Anyone can sign up to be considered as a featured artist in the gallery.
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Focused on the history of the American Revolution, the American Independence Museum houses artifacts and documents including early drafts of the US Constitution and a Dunlop broadside of the Declaration of Independence. Guided tours explore the 1721 Ladd-Gilman House, and the Folsom Tavern.
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PO Box 924, 47 Front Street, Exeter, NH 03833
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Featuring a collection of artifacts from the 1700s to present day, Exeter Historical Society offers visitors a chance to learn about the history of the city. The curators help provide additional information about the artifacts by explaining their history.
9.3 Miles
A walk through the Philips Exeter Academy boarding school campus provides interesting historic architecture, with Academy walking trails along the river and through the woods.
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Known as both Gilman and Oilman Park, this facility was created with the community in mind. It offers a baseball stadium and basketball court, but is most popular because of its cannon monument and fabulous views of Exeter River.
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A skating facility that features two identical rinks, The Rinks at Exeter offers a variety of icy activities. Features include public skating, hockey for kids, teenagers, and adults, and figure skating. The facility also has batting cages.
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The Seabrook Science & Nature Center is a free educational center maintained by the Seabrook power plant. It features a hands-on classroom with displays about electricity and nuclear power, a marine touch pool, and an extensive nature trail.
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Situated on 400 acres, Bellamy River Wildlife Sanctuary offers visitors wetlands, creeks, rivers, and woodlands to explore. The sanctuary lets visitors hunt for turkey and other birds during the appropriate seasons.