- The list below includes 53 free or cheap things to do in or near Banner Elk, North Carolina, including 56 different types of inexpensive activities like Rafting, Breweries, Arts & Crafts Classes and Art Gallery.
- From Grandfather Mountain Nursery Garden Center to Edge of the World, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Banner Elk and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boone, Blowing Rock, Linville and Morganton.
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Located in a frame house over a century old, the Unicoi County Heritage Museum maintains a permanent collection of local historical memorabilia. The collection includes railroad artifacts, pottery, and memorabilia from country stores.
29.0 Miles
Suitable for individuals, groups and private events, Johnson City Family Skate Center features public and private skating sessions, juniors roller derby and arcade games. The center also offers skate rental and a snack bar with food and drinks.
29.0 Miles
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50 votes
100 W Millard Street, Johnson City, TN 37604
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At Johnson City Public Library, visitors can choose from a wide selection of books to checkout, as well as audio books, e-books, and more. The library has a lounge with scenic views of the surrounding mountains.
29.2 Miles
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7 votes
East Tennessee State University, 363 Stout Drive, Johnson City, TN 37614
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Stories of the Appalachian culture are on display at B. Carroll Reece Museum through a collection of over 20,000 artifacts. Interactive kiosks, videos and rotating art exhibits are also offered. Open Monday through Friday.
29.4 Miles
89%
18 votes
113 Campus Center Building, Johnson City, TN 37614
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The George L. Carter Railroad Museum is dedicated to the areas local railroad history and model railroading. The museum includes railroad memorabilia, model trains, photographs and model railroad structures.
29.5 Miles
79%
76 votes
1216 W State of Franklin, Johnson City, TN 37604
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Explore the spookier aspects of East Tennessee with a guided tour from Appalachian Ghost Walks. Learn about local legends such as haunted buildings and mysterious woodland creatures. All tours take place under cover of night.
29.7 Miles
Located along the Catawba River, Catawba Meadows Park features softball and baseball fields, volleyball courts and an 18-hole disc golf course. The park has walking trails, picnic facilities, a playground, a rock climbing wall and open grass fields.
30.1 Miles
The 30-acre Freedom Park is a park that has a 1-mile lighted track that can be used for walking, biking, running, or roller blading. The park features two basketball courts, a lighted softball field, tennis courts, and two playgrounds.
30.3 Miles
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1 votes
4149 S Mountain Park Avenue, Morganton, NC 28655
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Featuring elevations up to 2,000 ft., South Mountain State Park is a popular location among nature and outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors commonly enjoy hiking through the park's 40 miles of trails, seeing the 80-foot waterfall, or having a picnic outside.
30.4 Miles
98%
188 votes
220 Catawba Meadows Dr, Morganton, NC 28655
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The Beanstalk Journey Zipline connects fifteen interconnected islands in the sky through sky bridges and ziplines. Visitors can visit each of these islands, play on the adventure playground, play Frisbee golf, or try their luck at beach volleyball.