10 Things To Do In Boston For $10 Or Less

Some call it Bean Town, others America's Walking City, and some the City of Champions, but no matter how you refer to Boston, it's definitely a city you can enjoy on the cheap. We've compiled a list of 10 great activities under $10 for visitors to check out while in Boston.

Row, row, row your boat gently on Jamaica Pond. Situated between Jamaica Plain and Brookline, this gorgeous body of water is perfect for a relaxing afternoon. Rowboats are available for just $10 per hour. Fishing is permitted in this small, but amazing Boston pond.

Star light, star bright, first star I see tonight...Sometimes, it's impossible to notice the magnificent starry sky in the big city, but visitors at Coit Observatory can view it more clearly. Every Wednesday evening at 8:30 p.m. the facility at Boston University opens its doors to the public for free. Take advantage of their educational programs, and learn how to properly use a telescope!

Get your bowl on at Sacco's Bowl Haven. Fun for the entire family, Sacco's offers extremely affordable bowling rates, just $3 per person. Makes a great activity if you're visiting Boston in the cooler months. Rumor has it that this bowling alley is haunted, let us know if you any ghosts mess up your game. Located at 45 Day Street. For more information, call 617-776-0552.

Watch an artsy or independent flick at the Coolidge Corner Theatre. This movie theatre features the best current popular and underground films. Average price for an evening screening is $9 per person (children are only $6). Night owls will appreciate the theatre's @fter Midnite series, featuring a slew of classic cult films screened every Friday and Saturday night at Midnight. Featured movies have included Black Dynamite, The House of the Devil and The Human Centipede. Located at 290 Harvard Street. For more information, call 617-734-2501.

Put on your best pair of walking shoes and conquer the Rose Fitzgerald Greenway. Called the "Greenway" for a reason, the mile-long path features four parks, and connects the North End, the Wharf District, Dewey Square and Chinatown. A cheap (free) way to stretch your legs and see many of the parks and natural outdoor beauty that Boston has to offer its residents and visitors.

Check out the awesome resources and events provided by the Boston Public Library. This impressive institution isn't just a place to check out reading materials (those there's nothing wrong with being a book worm), it also provides a variety of programs and author talks that are cheap, and sometimes free of charge. Join a book group if you're in Boston for an extended amount of time. Check the schedule for special guests. Central Library is located at 700 Boylston Street. For more information, call 617-536-5400.

Test your wits at Matt Murphy's Pub. Every Wednesday night at 10 p.m., this beloved Irish bar features the loaded "Quiz Night." Ideal for a group of friends who want to score a free round of drinks, Quiz Night is a great opportunity to brush up on your trivia and impress a few ladies or gents. Be prepared, Matt Murphy's is said to ask the toughest trivia questions in the city. Put your thinking caps on. Grab some food and drinks while you're playing, this place is known to offer some of the best Irish faire. Located at 14 Harvard Street. For more information, call 617-232-0188.

Boston certainly has the luck of the Irish. Home of the Celtics and one of the biggest St. Paddy's parades in the U.S., Boston also boasts a long and fruitful Irish past. Explore the Irish Heritage Trail, offering stops such as the Boston Irish Famine Memorial, the Kevin White Statue and the State House. Self-guided tours are free of charge, visitors can pick up a map at the visitor's center.

Pay a visit to the Arnold Arboretum at Harvard. This beautiful space offers 265 acres of pristine landscape for the public to enjoy all year round. The arboretum features a range of non-native plants, including collections of lilacs, leventritt shrub, bonsai, Chinese plants and a variety of threatened plant life. For best results, visit during the springtime when the flowers are in full bloom. Admission is free, and donations are gladly accepted.

Known as one of America's most walkable cities, Boston is easy to navigate by bike as well. Spend a pleasant sunny afternoon during the summer, spring or fall and rent a bike for just $7.50 an hour from Boston Bike Tours and Rentals. It's the perfect way to sight see and get some exercise while in Boston!