Visiting Washington County on a Budget

One of the biggest factors in ensuring your travels to Washington County stay as inexpensive as possible is weather. Good weather allows for you to do as many free things outdoor as you have time for. 

On average, Washington County only gets 164 days of sunshine a year, so we advise making the most of it and visiting during mid summer and early fall to avoid as much rainy weather as possible. Temperatures during this period of time can range between 50 and 90 degrees, so make sure that you pack for the season, check the weather and bring an umbrella just in case. 

If you're visiting during the winter or spring, don't worry - there's still plenty to see and do even during the colder months. 

In some cases, one of the most costly factors of going on a trip can be the cost of transportation and parking. Luckily, when visiting Washington County, Pennsylvania, we have plenty of low-cost options. Parking throughout the county is in abundance and can be little to no cost. 

Looking to try out public transportation? Check out Washington County’s public transportation system, Freedom Transit for little to no price. Kids 11 and under ride free and adults with proof of Medicare ride for half-priced fare.

If you are a fan of Uber and Lyft, these services are available in Washington County for a very affordable price.

Food and drinks can really eat up the cost of your budget on a trip. Luckily, Washington County has tons of low-cost, delicious options that you might be adding to your "must return" list. 

• Shorty's Lunch in Washington, Pennsylvania
• Chicco Baccello in Washington and Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
• Osso's Pizza in Canton, Pennsylvania
• Rough Cut Tavern in Burgettstown, Pennsylvania
• Alice's Restaurant in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
• Markook Authentic Mediterranean Eats in Washington, Pennsylvania

Eating is not the only inexpensive way to enjoy your time when visiting Washington County, Pennsylvania-- there are countless other ways to spend your time for little to no cost.

Parks

Washington County is home to a variety of parks that can be enjoyed throughout the year at no cost. Enjoy the scenery while walking on a nature trail, laugh while playing on the playground, or explore the waters that many of these parks offer. Some must visit parks throughout the county include:

• Mingo Creek County Park in Finleyville, Pennsylvania
• Cecil Park in Cecil Township, Pennsylvania
• Chess Park in Monongahela, Pennsylvania
• Washington Park in Washington, Pennsylvania
• Cross Creek County Park in Avella, Pennsylvania

Museums

Looking to learn more about the history throughout Washington County? There are plenty of low cost museums that provide hours of educational fun at an affordable admission price.

Check out these awesome, educational, and affordable museums throughout Washington County:

• Duncan Miller Glass Museum in downtown Washington, Pennsylvania
• Pennsylvania Trolley Museum in Washington, Pennsylvania
• Bradford House Museum in downtown Washington, Pennsylvania
• Meadowcroft Rockshelter & Historic Village in Avella, Pennsylvania

Farms and Markets

The farmers markets listed below are some of our favorite:

• Simmons Farm in Venetia, Pennsylvania
• Charleroi Market House in Charleroi, Pennsylvania
• Trax Farm Market in Finleyville, Pennsylvania
• Triple B Farms  in Monongahela, Pennsylvania

Live Music

There's no better way to experience the county than by pulling up a chair or dancing the night away at one of our beautiful local venues. Some of the shows at these venues are either low cost or completely free. Be sure to always be checking our events page for new and exciting events popping up all over the county! 

Some of our favorite live entertainment venues and concert spots are: 

• The Monongahela Aquatorium in Monongahela, Pennsylvania
• Nineteen North in Washington, Pennsylvania
• Canonsburg Town Park in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
• The Olin Fine Arts Center in Washington, Pennsylvania
• The Peterswood Park Amphitheater in Venetia, Pennsylvania