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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26.5 Miles
93% 14 votes
National & State Parks Mount Vernon, VA MoreLess Info
The George Washington Birthplace National Monument represents the home environment in which the first President of the United States grew up. The grounds include livestock, gardens and farm buildings. Guests can enjoy tours, special programs and a film at the visitors center.
26.7 Miles
53% 17 votes
Bowling 9021 Baltimore Blvd., College Park, MD 20740 MoreLess Info
Traditional ten-pin bowling is the foundation of AMF College Park Lanes. The site has 40 individual lanes along with an on-site pro shop and private room that can be rented for parties or other group events.
26.8 Miles
91% 365 votes
Rafting 604 Valley Road, Knoxville, MD 21758 MoreLess Info
River & Trail Outfitters is a local tour company which organizes a range of outdoor adventure activities near Harpers Ferry, WV such as whitewater rafting, kayaking, tubing, canoeing, and zip lining as well as many off-water activities like camping & cabin stays along the Potomac River, hiking, biking the C&O C…
26.8 Miles
86% 7 votes
Parks 14300 Veterans Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22191 MoreLess Info
Home to a community center hosting camps and classes, Veterans Memorial Park features a skate park as well as volleyball, basketball and tennis courts. It also has a 50-meter pool, picnic facilities, a duck pond and hiking trails.
26.9 Miles
80% 50 votes
Parks Lorton, VA MoreLess Info
The Pohick Bay Regional Park is one of only three access points to the Potomac River, which allows for free canoeing, kayaking, and paddle boating. Around the water itself, visitors can hike, camp, and enjoy the picnic and playground areas.
26.9 Miles
85% 13 votes
Farmers Markets 137 National Plaza, Oxon Hill, MD 20745 MoreLess Info
Open during Saturday's in May through September, the American Market at National Harbor is a marketplace featuring a large selection of local vendors. Fresh produce, foods, and handmade artworks are among the items available.
26.9 Miles
83% 301 votes
Landmarks 137 National Plaza, National Harbor, Oxon Hill, MD MoreLess Info
At 70 feet long, The Awakening Sculpture is an aluminum statue depicting a giant man buried in the ground reaching towards the sky. The statue is located on the water's edge, and often has children playing on it.
27.0 Miles
80% 1293 votes
Marinas 137 National Plaza, Oxon Hill, MD 20744 MoreLess Info
National Harbor is a multi-purpose waterfront area which is home to a wide range of attractions including the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, a marina, a children's museum, multiple nightlife and dining destinations and more.
27.0 Miles
92% 12 votes
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Art Whino

Art Gallery 174 Waterfront Street, Oxon Hill, MD 20745 MoreLess Info
An art gallery with an international and progressive focus, Art Whino showcases the works of more than 1200 artists from all around the world. The gallery features works in a wide array of media, and representing many movements.
27.0 Miles
100% 11 votes
Paddleboarding 165 Waterfront Street, Oxon Hill, MD 20745 MoreLess Info
Boating In DC at National Harbor offers rentals of non-motorized boats, from three person canoes to single kayaks. Additionally, they have classes, tours of the Potomac and children's summer camps that teach boating safety and boat navigation.
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