- The list below includes 44 free or cheap things to do in or near Bloomington, Illinois, including 49 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
- From Constitution Trail to Walt Bittner Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bloomington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Normal.
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Established in 1951, Luthy Botanical Gardens is home to five acres of tranquility in the heart of Peoria. Featuring a dozen theme gardens, fountains, and Conservatory, this is an ideal place for picture taking or a quiet afternoon.
34.7 Miles
The official home field for the baseball team Peoria Chiefs, O'Brien Field is now called the Dozer Park. Besides the regular sets all around the field, it also has 20 luxury suites.
34.9 Miles
Roxy's Lanes is a bowling alley that offers special discounts throughout the week including the 'Monday Special', where players pay $1.50 per person per game. The bowling alley also includes a bar.
35.1 Miles
A small, one-acre park, Giant Oak Park contains a single burr oak tree with branches spanning 100 feet and believed to be over 300 years old. Visitors can walk around the tree and utilize the space for picnics.
35.8 Miles
Forest Park is a nature center that features hiking trails, musical and educational programs, and a museum. Guests of this site will be able to visit the bird observation room and the nature store.
36.1 Miles
The bowling alley, Fiesta Lanes, features competitive bowling leagues throughout the week and 'moonlight bowling'. The alley also has a lounge that is fitted with a full bar as well as arcade games.
36.9 Miles
Peoria Riverfront Museum maintains a wide range of exhibits and collections to satisfy any museum enthusiast. Experience the solar system in the Dome Planetarium or enjoy 3-D movies in the five-story tall Giant Screen Theatre.
36.9 Miles
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3225 N Dries Ln, Ste 2, Peoria, IL 61604
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A 50-lane facility, Landmark Recreation Bowling Center provides open and league bowling as well as private event hosting. The center features automatic scoring, synthetic lanes, pop-up bumpers and a pro shop along with a bar and grill.
36.9 Miles
Reynolds Landmark Cinemas is a 12 screen movie theater that shows first run films. The theater has digital projection and shows 3D films and is available to host birthday parties and other special events.
37.6 Miles
Hosting a variety of local, regional, and nationally touring stand up comics, the Jukebox Comedy Club offers full food and drink menus in addition to comedy entertainment. The club also produces a regular podcast about standup.