- The list below includes 49 free or cheap things to do in or near Bloomington, Indiana, including 64 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Historic Homes, Running/Jogging and Religious Buildings.
- From Indiana University to Bryan Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bloomington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Nashville, Bedford, Martinsville and Corydon.
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Performing arts and visual arts can be enjoyed for free all year round at the Indianapolis Artsgarden. It is host to nearly three hundred live performances per year, and monthly visual arts exhibits.
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Howl At The Moon is a nightlife establishment that hosts a variety of performances from cover bands and the location's pianist. The site's specialty drinks include the Big Island Iced Tea and the Hurricane.
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4790 W 16th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46222
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Besides hosting the Indianapolis 500, Indianapolis Motor Speedway also features races from NASCAR and MotoGP, as well as concerts and other events. They also offer track tours and grounds tours and are home to racing's Hall of Fame Museum.
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Paying homage to war veterans, the Indiana War Memorial consists of a variety of tributes. This includes historical museums and public parks housing various monuments, statues and sculptures in honor of fallen soldiers from the state.
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Standing over 284 feet in height, the Colonel Eli Lilly Civil War Museum - Soldiers & Sailors Monument is a true local landmark and renowned memorial. The monument honors Indiana residents who served in American wars.
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The scenic Fowler Park is spread over more than 462 acres of beautiful land including a lovely lake. Ideal for fishing and camping, it also has trails, boat launch and a pioneer village set in the 1840s era.
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The Central Canal is a 1.5-mile waterway connecting many of the major attractions near downtown Indianapolis. Enjoy gondola rides, paddle boats, a Segway tour or bike along the scenic pathway.
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Situated in Dobbs Memorial Park, Native American Museum features an exhibit detailing the history of the region's Native American tribes. The museum also hosts a bi-monthly drum circle that is open to all visitors.
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Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the Bridgeton Covered Bridge was first built in 1868 and had 245 feet in length. It was rebuilt in 2006 and inaugurated during the 50th Covered Bridge Festival.
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3000 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46208
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Ranked one of the best museums in the country, let alone one of the best children's museums, the Children's Museum of Indianapolis was founded in 1925. The 29-acre facility features nearly 500,000 square feet of interactive space for families to explore science, hsitory, art and more, including NASA-designed sp…