Free & Cheap Things to Do in Amherst, NY

  • The list below includes 111 free or cheap things to do in or near Amherst, New York, including 55 different types of inexpensive activities like Arcades, Malls, History Museums and Movie Theaters.
  • From Lasertron to Boulevard Mall, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Amherst and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Buffalo, Niagara Falls, North Tonawanda and East Aurora.
  • The list below includes 111 free or cheap things to do in or near Amherst, New York, including 55 different types of inexpensive activities like Arcades, Malls, History Museums and Movie Theaters.
  • From Lasertron to Boulevard Mall, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Amherst and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Buffalo, Niagara Falls, North Tonawanda and East Aurora.
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15.8 Miles
99% 166 votes
Walking Tours Old Falls St. and Prospect St., Niagara Falls, NY 14303 MoreLess Info
A different view of this natural wonder can be obtained with the Niagara Falls Walking Tours, with a stand-up comedian as a guide, on a 1.5 mile long trail. There are three types of tours available: Family Fireworks Tour, Private Group Tours, and the NYC Day Trip.
15.8 Miles
Niagara Adventure Theater presents a feature film about the history of Niagara Falls. Boasting a 45-foot screen and stadium-style seating, the theater hosts school and tourist groups, and is part of the multi-attraction Discovery Pass package.
15.8 Miles
56% 59 votes
Specialty Museums 303 Prospect Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 MoreLess Info
The Niagara Wax Museum of History is an educational museum that features wax figures of historical personalities associated with Niagara Falls, as well as information about local history. There is a Presidents' portrait hall, as well.
15.9 Miles
Built in 1921, The Rapids Theatre is a theater venue that can be rented for weddings, banquets, dinners, corporate events, and private parties. The theater hosts musical concerts, live plays, and comedy shows.
16.3 Miles
94% 47 votes
Specialty Museums 3625 Highland Ave., Niagara Falls, NY 14305 MoreLess Info
Old scientific instruments and other artifacts focused on the history of scientific discover are the main focus of the Niagara Science Museum. The current collection is made of over 2,000 scientific instruments and technologies from the 1700s through the present.
16.5 Miles
85% 183 votes
Waterfalls Niagara Falls, NY MoreLess Info
Niagara Scenic Tours offers a wide array of guided scenic tours in a variety of vehicles, including luxury tour buses. Locally owned, they feature a highly-trained and experienced staff of drivers and guides.
16.6 Miles
100% 6 votes
Farmers Markets Gray Street, East Aurora, NY MoreLess Info
With a multitude of local vendors set up in the market, East Aurora Farmers Market offers visitors fresh produce and other treats like baked goods, jam, honey, and other items. Some vendors also sell flowers and gardening accessories.
16.6 Miles
100% 3 votes
Art Gallery 48 Douglas Ln, East Aurora, NY 14052 MoreLess Info
Filled with handcrafted gifts from local artisans, West End Gallery offers a variety of home and garden items for visitors to purchase. The gallery features glass artwork like glass jewelry, wind chimes, ornaments, and more.
16.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Restaurants 206 Main Street, East Aurora, NY 14052 MoreLess Info
Featuring 16 lanes, 11th Frame Lanes provides bowling for individuals, leagues and parties. The center offers billiard tables, dartboards and televisions for sports viewing as well as a menu that includes food and alcoholic beverages.
16.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Bowling 206 Main Street, East Aurora, NY 14052 MoreLess Info
11th Frame Lanes, formerly Victoria Lanes, is a bar & restaurant that offers bowling. They provide 16 lanes for bowling leagues and also serve food and cold beverages. Patrons can play billiards, darts or watch numerous flat screen televisions.
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