Free & Cheap Things to Do in Austin, MN

  • The list below includes 17 free or cheap things to do in or near Austin, Minnesota, including 38 different types of inexpensive activities like Specialty Museums, Walking Trails, Bowling and Movie Theaters.
  • From J.C. Hormel Nature Center to Spam Museum & Visitor Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Austin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Albert Lea.
  • The list below includes 17 free or cheap things to do in or near Austin, Minnesota, including 38 different types of inexpensive activities like Specialty Museums, Walking Trails, Bowling and Movie Theaters.
  • From J.C. Hormel Nature Center to Spam Museum & Visitor Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Austin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Albert Lea.
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34.2 Miles
91% 99 votes
Historic Homes 1091 Plummer Lane S.W., Rochester, MN 55902 MoreLess Info
The Plummer House can be rented for special events, such as weddings and meetings, being able to welcome up to 100 people. It is surrounded by a park.
34.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Playgrounds 922 George Gibbs Dr SW, Rochester, MN 55902 MoreLess Info
Located near the Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial, the Field of Fun, also known as Wood Park, features an enclosed play area for young children with a separate toddler play area. The park also has picnic areas.
34.9 Miles
95% 110 votes
Cemeteries 300 7th St SW, Rochester, MN 55904 MoreLess Info
Dedicated on June 25, 2000, Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial honors American veterans and allies. The Wall of Remembrance and Walk of Remembrance honor approximately 9,000 veterans and allies, while the Trees of Remembrance represent each state in the union.
35.0 Miles
67% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 709 1st Ave SW, Rochester, MN 55902 MoreLess Info
The Rochester Area Family YMCA is a non-profit organization with the goal of helping families and communities come together. The facility includes a swimming pool, a fitness room, and racquetball courts.
35.1 Miles
100% 27 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 3501 Lime Creek Road, Mason City, IA 50401 MoreLess Info
Lime Creek Nature Center is a lovely holiday spot for nature lovers. There are facilities for trails, animal and bird-watching. Kids will enjoy their time here. The place is run by the county and is open almost everyday.
35.1 Miles
25% 4 votes
Bowling 1828 14th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901 MoreLess Info
A 20-lane bowling center, Colonial Lanes offers open bowling, league play and birthday party hosting. The center provides a bar and lounge, pool tables, televisions for sports viewing, arcade games and Xtreme bowling with lighting effects and music.
35.3 Miles
79% 19 votes
Breweries 1016 7th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901 MoreLess Info
Kinney Creek Brewery uses fresh, local ingredients to bring a variety of craft beers to its Midwestern customers. The brewery's tap room offers many of its beers for sampling in pints, flights and growlers.
35.4 Miles
89% 9 votes
Bookstores 15 First Street Southwest, Rochester, MN 55902 MoreLess Info
Covering 25,000 square feet, Barnes & Noble has more than 200,000 book titles for sale. It also has reading tables, DVD-s and magazines.
35.4 Miles
65% 48 votes
Movie Theaters 15 1st St SW, Rochester, MN 55906 MoreLess Info
Rochester, Minnesota is home to the Chateau Theater, a cinema better known as the Paragon Chateau 14. The theater shows new releases and is notable for its large concession area.
35.4 Miles
92% 73 votes
Bus Tours 101 First Avenue SW, Rochester, MN 55902 MoreLess Info
The Rochester Trolley & Tour Company is an excursion company that offers tours of the historical city of Rochester. The company also has a wedding trolley that can transport groups of people to and from weddings.
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