- The list below includes 34 free or cheap things to do in or near Bismarck, North Dakota, including 29 different types of inexpensive activities like Playgrounds, Movie Theaters, Historic Sites and Breweries.
- From Missouri River to McDowell Dam Nature Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bismarck and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Mandan and Medora.
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The journey undertaken by the Fort Lincoln Trolley runs along nine miles of railroad track from the Heart River to the Fort Lincoln State Park. There are several trolleys that carry guests, but one of the most popular is a restored 1890s streetcar.
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The Custer House was reconstructed from original blueprints as much as possible, but staying within modern code. In the home, visitors can take a tour, and see many possessions that belonged to Custer and his family.
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4480 Ft. Lincoln Road, Mandan, ND 58554
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At the Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park, visitors can see part of the fort, where Custer left from to take his last stand against the Sioux Indians, known in history as Custer's Last Stand. Visitors can also see a reconstructed Indian village.
4.6 Miles
Dog Town Dog Park is a fenced in park that allows dogs and other pets to run around and socialize. The park is open daily from 5:00am to 11:00pm and has resources for owners including bag dispensers, trash cans, and parking.
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The Amazing Corn Maze is a seasonal attraction that runs from the end of September through the end of October every year. Each annual maze is created in a different format to increase the fun for back-to-back yearly visits.
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The N.D. Veterans Cemetery is dedicated to the men and women who served both the state and the nation with honor. It was officially established by a legislative act in 1989 and was opened in 1992.
5.7 Miles
Five Nations Gallery houses a vast collection of authentic Native American art and craftwork from tribes of the upper Missouri River area. The gallery is part of the old Northern Pacific Railroad Depot and is enjoyed by visitors from all over the world.
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The primary focus of the All Seasons Arena is the indoor ice skating rink. The rink is open to the public on select days and is home to the Mandan High School Boys and Girls hockey teams.
5.9 Miles
The Mandan Aquatic Center has a 50 meter pool with eight lanes and a separate diving area. There are even five water slides of different sizes, including a small one for younger children.
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Open every day from Memorial Day through Labor Day, the N.D. State Railroad Museum covers the railroad-based history of the entire state. The building that houses the collection was donated by the Burlington Northern Railroad in 1984.