Here Are 14 Awesome Things You Can Do In Maryland… Without Opening Your Wallet

Sometimes we crave a fun adventure, but our wallets say differently. Even if yours is full of more dust than dollars, there are still plenty of free activities to do in our state at no charge. Here are 15 fun free things to do in Maryland that are so entertaining.

1. Visit an art gallery.

Pictured here is The Baltimore Museum of Art, where general admission is free. There are numerous other free art galleries throughout Maryland. Perfect activity for a rainy day as well.

2. Take a stroll through Brookside Gardens.

3. Head to the Days End Farm Horse Rescue.

This Woodbine Farm rehabilitates horses and prepares them for adoption. Farm tours are available to the public every day of the year from 9am to 4pm. Tours are always free but donations are accepted to support the rescue program.

4. Visit the animals at the Salisbury Zoo.

Salisbury Zoo is totally free to enter (quite rare for a zoo,) and there are hundreds of animals of all kind available to marvel at.

5. Explore the trails of Battle Creek Cypress Swamp.

Pictured here is the Wetland Boardwalk. The Nature Center includes interpretive exhibits and there are also picture perfect places here for a family picnic. Visit their website for more information. Located in Prince Frederick.

6. Go window shopping in Historic Ellicott City.

Ellicott City is full of antique shops with unique items. Stepping foot in a few of these stores is like taking a trip back in time. They also have amazing window displays year-round.

7. Bike or jog along the C & O Canal.

Stretching 184.5 miles long, the canal starts in DC and ends in Cumberland. Check this website out for the canal bicycling guide.

8. Take a day trip to the beach.

Most Maryland beaches are free of charge, including Ocean City. If you're close enough to take a day trip, do it! Sometimes a tiny getaway is just what the doctor ordered. Check out this list of free Ocean City activities!

9. Be a bookworm at the local library.

Spend an afternoon reading at the library. Most libraries also have free events that just may interest you.

10. Take a scenic drive through Western Maryland.

In the old days, people would take a leisurely drive just for the heck of it. These days, we're always rushing to get from point A to point B as fast as possible. Take a day to enjoy the tranquil beauty of the mountains. This is especially recommended during autumn, when the trees are painted with splashes of color.

11. Explore the U.S. Naval Academy Museum.

Located in Annapolis, this museum is full of knowledge about our country's military history. It's open daily and always free to the public. Check out their website for more information.

12. Enjoy the Maryland scenery from an epic overlook.

13. Take a walk through the historic Green Mount Cemetery.

Grave sites here include Johns Hopkins and John Wilkes Booth, among several other famous historic figures. This cemetery is also full of unique tombstones unlike any other. Find out more information at the cemeteries website.

14. Get outdoors and have a photo shoot with Mother Nature.

You'll be amazed at what little details you discover, and gain more appreciation for the beauty of the Old Line State.

What are your favorite things to do in Maryland when your bank account is small, but you're up for a BIG adventure? Share in the comments below, so we can all take notes for a fun year!