- The list below includes 650 free or cheap things to do in or near Waltham, Massachusetts, including 110 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Comedy Clubs, Movie Theaters and Other Entertainment.
- From Prospect Hill Park to Riverwalk Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Waltham and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boston, Lowell, Cambridge and Salem.
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Established in 1861, Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a reputed institution of higher learning with a special focus on science and mathematics. Located near the Charles River, MIT's campus is home to numerous historic buildings designed by famous architects such as William Welles Bosworth.
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The House of Blues is a recognized chain of venues located throughout the United States. Renowned for having high standard live entertainment, the venue also serves as a bar and restaurant.
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Located in Concord, Massachusetts, the Battle Road Trail is a 5 1/2 mile trail along the route that British soldiers used to travel between Boston and Concord. The trail is paved and suitable for walking, biking and wheelchair use.
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Opened in 1903, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum is a Venetian styled building which contains a noted art collection of importance. Artists represented include Botticelli, Degas, Michelangelo, Rembrandt and Sargent.
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Kendall Square Cinema is a small theater that shows a selection of acclaimed, independent and foreign films rather than big budget movies. They also have fresh concessions including health food and they validate parking for the adjacent garage.
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Visitors can enjoy a variety of recreational activities including fishing, kayaking, cycling, walking, and jogging at Horn Pond. The paved path around the lake is 2 miles long and there also a lot of benches and picnic tables.
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At Loconte Rink, visitors can practice freestyle ice skating on Saturday and Sunday in the evening. Visitors can also attend hockey games from the local high school at this rink.
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Orchard House is the historic home of the famous author Louisa May Alcott as well as the setting of her novel, 'Little Women'.
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Built in the early 1640s, The Fairbanks House is thought to be the oldest standing house made of timber in the US. The house remains furnished to reflect the original Puritan immigrant homeowners lifestyle.
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Enjoy a variety of entertaiment options at Kings Bowling, including ten-pin bowling, ping pong, billards and more. Get a bite to eat at the full-service restaurant or cocktails at one of two bars. Private space can be booked for parties.