Free Things To Do in March 2025

Did you know at Chanonry Point a school of dolphins splash about? It’s one of the most popular places to catch a glimpse of them leaping through the air!

The best time to spot them is 1 hour after low tide when they’ll start chasing fish in… You can view them on the shingle beach and wait with bated breath to see their magnificent feeding activity.

Please note: it’s not guaranteed you’ll catch the dolphins.

Check out some beaches you can visit!

At the end of March, you can see a brand-new museum opening in Scotland!

It’ll hold world-class cultural artefacts, objects and stories that put Perth and Kinross at the heart of Scotland’s story.

Discover the Stone of Destiny, one of Scotland’s and UK’s most important and historical objects. Did you know it’s returning to Perth after 700 years?!

The museum itself is beautiful as it’ll be housed in an Edwardian building. It once held concerts, market stalls, political conferences and so much more.

Psst…they’re also holding the first major UK exhibit on unicorns!!

Have you ever fancied taking a step back in time? Travel to the Roman Gardens in Chester for a glimpse of Roman times.

Constructed in 1914, you’ll find fragments of Roman baths, columns, floors and the reconstruction of the Ostia-style mosaic that was laid within the Roman Bath House. Its beautiful and intricate work portrays a time forgotten but interesting to learn.

You’ll find the just outside of the city new Newgate and Chester Amphitheatre.

Check it out!

Staying on the history vibe, why not travel back even further, to the Egyptian times? Manchester Museum is holding an exhibition, which is the only UK venue to do so.

Explore the culture of the Egyptians and their strong belief in the afterlife. From their complex funeral processions to displaying their wealth and status. With eye-catching, bright and bold mummy decorations to the sheer amount of gold. From death to their journey to the afterlife, to living among the Gods for eternity.

The museum holds over 18,000 objects from Egypt and Sudan that were excavated in the 1880s-1910s. Why don’t you check them out?

It’s a one-of-a-kind cultural experience and a unique free thing to do in March!

The nation’s favourite dinosaur, Dippy, has lived at the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum for a year already! And it’s here for another 2 years!

In case you don’t know who Dippy is, it’s is a life-sized replica of a Diplodocus carnegii skeleton. One of the most magnificent dinosaurs to ever walk the earth. And it’s the first one to ever be displayed anywhere in the world – so it’s pretty special!

It’s said to have lived 155-145 million years ago, ate plants and had long whip-like tails. They also grew to about 24-26 metres long and even weighed up to 15 tonnes!

If that’s not impressive, then we don’t know what is!

Come along and watch one of the world’s oldest and most famous amateur sporting events! The Boat Race!

Did you know the boating race between the UK’s two greatest universities has now had a 185-year rivalry?! Talk about a competition…

Taking place on the Thames River and its 4.25 miles of tidal, the race will travel between Putney and Mortlake.

It also attracts over 250,000 spectators – and you could be one of them! Whether you watch from Fulfam Fan Park, Hammersmith Fan Park or along the banks of the river. It’s sure to be an exciting event!

Feast your eyes…and tastebuds on the most delicious annual event ever – York Chocolate Festival!

Immerse yourself in all things chocolatey goodness and admire all the work it takes to create your most beloved sweet snack. It’s free to enter the festival, but there will be some ticketed events and goodies to purchase.

Head to the Chocolate Building Site for your chance to catch chocolate construction! What buildings can you recognise?

Or maybe you’d like something more hands-on? Make your way to the Chocolate Food Factory for free activities!

As spring rolls in, trees start flouring again, flower buds start growing in and the breeze is ever so slightly warmer.

Do you know what tends to blossom from March? Pretty in pink cherry blossoms! And the outskirts and central London are full of them. From Notting Hill, Hampstead Heath, and Battersea Park, to Stanley Crescent, Aldgate Square and Hyde Park! The trees line up streets and flourish in the warmer months.

Make it a free fun day out, and see how many cherry blossoms you can spot in and around central London. Snap some selfies and enjoy a free day out in London! Why not become tourists for the day and pass by the London Eye, London Bridge and Trafalgar Square?

But wait…

London is also home to many beautiful parks that you can visit for free! From Holland Park and Greenwich Park to Richmond (where you can see deer!).

London is also quite famous for its beautiful gardens, with flourishing flora and wild plants.

So, why not take a trip to Sky Garden? It’s a rooftop garden you’ll find on the 43rd floor of the Walkie-Talkie. It’s a literal wildlife paradise. With impressive views and beautiful surroundings, you’ll be pleasantly surprised that it’s a free thing to do in March!

The kids will be ever so impressed with the panoramic views and enjoy exploring the haven of wildlife! Why not stop off for a drink and a bite to eat too?

Did I also forget to mention it’s free?

Come along to a quaint gallery in the middle of Soho, London. Where you’ll find exquisite graphics and unique and interesting art from some of the most famous films around. From the very graphic designers who created them!

It’s a paradise for Harry Potter fans as they’ll discover the very magic of Hogwarts and the Wizarding World right here! From the Maurader’s Map to the book covers of our beloved textbooks in the Harry Potter franchise.

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London has a wide variety of tourist attractions that are free to visit. From the Science Museum and Natural History Museum to free interactive galleries on Brick Lane and Dulwich Picture Gallery. Why not explore Covent Garden? You’ll find many street entertainers there, from musicians and magicians to illusionists!

A blooming, wonderful event that is the talk of the town!

There’s nothing like the smell of flowers, their colourful aura and gentle sway in the breeze that portrays spring.

The Falmouth Spring Flower show is the oldest flower show, being well over 110 years old!

You can expect to discover a variety of flowering flora, in all shapes, sizes and colours – it’s a beautiful sight to see… And over 118 different classes that you can listen to, watch or partake in!

And it’s all FREE to see, visit and experience. What’s a better way to spend your day? Why not head to the beach afterwards for some chips and ice cream?

Ever wanted to discover dinosaur footprints? For those dino lovers, the Dorset coast is the place to be! You can literally walk in the footsteps of the dinosaurs!

They’re said to be from a Brachiosaurus as it walked on the ground during the end of the Jurassic era. Which were then covered by layer and layer of sediment…leading to the becoming fossilised and treasure it is today.

It’s a roar-tastic activity for anyone with a passion for dinosaurs to visit! With authentic dinosaur footprints, it can really evoke a surreal feeling.

Put this on top of your dinosaur day out, especially since it’s free to visit!

There’s no better way for the start of spring to be signified than some cute and adorable lambs being born!

At this quaint farm in Wales, you can join them for free as they welcome the new arrivals!

Watch as they take their first steps, bleat and baaa, as they stumble around, lie down and sleep and cosy up to their moms. It’s the perfect free thing to do in March that is both seasonal and fun for the kids!

Enjoy a free, self-guided Titanic Trail in Northern Ireland! Journey from the Titanic Memorial Garden at Belfast City Hall and wander through the city to the Titanic Quarter. Uncover all sorts of facts and heritage attractions including the SS Nomadic, Titanic Belfast and the Titanic’s Docks – just to name a few.

It’s a free day out that you can enjoy as you deep dive into the history of the Titanic and Belfast.