Free & Cheap Things to Do in Sterling, VA

  • The list below includes 392 free or cheap things to do in or near Sterling, Virginia, including 117 different types of inexpensive activities like Laser Tag, Family Fun Center, Bowling and Go Karts.
  • From Algonkian Regional Park to Briar Patch Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Sterling and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
  • The list below includes 392 free or cheap things to do in or near Sterling, Virginia, including 117 different types of inexpensive activities like Laser Tag, Family Fun Center, Bowling and Go Karts.
  • From Algonkian Regional Park to Briar Patch Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Sterling and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Washington, Arlington, Silver Spring and Bethesda.
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24.1 Miles
More than a museum to George Washington himself, the Washington Masonic National Memorial also serves as a set of collections that detail the history of the Freemasons in the United States. The institution has a research center and library as well.
24.3 Miles
88% 222 votes
Monuments Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA 22201 MoreLess Info
The Arlington National Cemetery houses the Women in Military Service for America Memorial. The site is meant to be a living memorial that honors past, present, and future servicewomen who serve in or with the United States Armed Forces in all conflicts, beginning with the American Revolution.
24.5 Miles
93% 110 votes
Cemeteries 1450 Wilkes Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
Visitors head to the Alexandria National Cemetery to honor and pay tribute to their loved ones. As one of the first 14 national cemeteries, it is home to many fallen soldiers who fought for our country.
24.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 6695 Suffield Ln, Warrenton, VA 20187 MoreLess Info
Jarl Blank, Artist is a painter with special gifts creating still life pieces. His expertise in watercolor are unparalleled and he can even reproduce most works on giclee canvas for those who want the painting but not the price.
24.6 Miles
93% 54 votes
Breweries 4607 Wedgewood Blvd, Frederick, MD 21703 MoreLess Info
Flying Dog Brewery is a small but popular brewery that makes a variety of beers, both year-round and seasonal. They offer tours of the brewery as well as tastings. Guests can purchase refillable 64-ounce Growlers, as well.
24.7 Miles
94% 123 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 3701 Lockheed Blvd, Alexandria, VA MoreLess Info
The wetland area called Huntley Meadows Park is part of a large conservation and restoration project. Within the area is an educational visitor center and places for wildlife and bird watching.
24.8 Miles
95% 1925 votes
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Old Town

Historic Districts Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
The Alexandria neighborhood of Old Town is a preserved historic district that used to be the hometown of George Washington. The modern aspects of the area embrace local art, high-style boutiques, and restaurants.
24.9 Miles
73% 49 votes
History Museums 201 S. Washington St, Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
The Lyceum is essentially a history museum that was founded in 1839 by a group calling themselves the Alexandria Lyceum in conjunction with the Alexandria Library Company. Local history collections, school programs, concerts, and lectures are offered within the museum.
24.9 Miles
100% 7 votes
Dog Park 13000 Minnieville Road, Woodbridge, VA 22192 MoreLess Info
Founded in honor of a fallen police dog, the K-9 Gunner Memorial Dog Park provides a large area for pets to socialize and exercise together. The park provides clean-up bags for the dogs' waste as well as agility equipment.
25.0 Miles
89% 204 votes
Historic Homes 121 N. Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA 22314 MoreLess Info
The 18th century Palladian-style building known as Carlyle House offers daily tours of the house to explore the life of John Carlyle in pre-Revolutionary Virginia. Special programs for children, events, exhibits, and lectures are held throughout the year.
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