- The list below includes 71 free or cheap things to do in or near Bristol, Tennessee, including 51 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Parks, Bowling and Mini Golf.
- From Whitetop Creek Park to Steele Creek Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bristol and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Abingdon, Johnson City, Kingsport and Bristol.
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As a concert venue, Down Home offers visitors live music performances from local and touring musicians. The venue has a small stage and seating area, as well as a concession stand.
21.8 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.
22.3 Miles
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40 votes
2620 South Roan Street, Johnson City, TN 37601
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Visitors to Johnson City's Tipton-Haynes Historic Site experience one of the most important historical areas in the state. The house and its outbuildings were built in the late 18th century by Colonel John Tipton. Since 1970, the Tipton-Haynes Historic Site has been a nationally-recognized historical site.
22.3 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.
22.4 Miles
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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.
22.5 Miles
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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.
23.2 Miles
Buffalo Mountain Park is located on the north slope of Buffalo Mountain. Hiking is the most popular activity, with trails ranging from beginner to advanced. Guests also make use of this 725-acre natural preserve for picnicking and nature programs.
23.7 Miles
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3 votes
3211 South Roan Street, Johnson City, TN 37601
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After descending 50 ft. underground, visitors can explore the depths of Carter Saltpeter Cave with an experienced guide from Appalachian Underground, LLC. During the excursion, visitors can see cave formations such as stalagmites, cave dwellers like bats, and underground streams.
23.8 Miles
Kingsport's Riverfront Park, often called the Boatyard-Riverfront Park, is a municipal park. It has two trails, flush bathrooms, two reservable canopied picnic spots and a large playground. Fishing is permitted from the docks.
24.3 Miles
Kingsport, Tennessee is home to Bays Mountain Park, a unique institution that combines wildlife education, wilderness training, zipline courses and planetarium shows. Guests of all ages have fun while learning to respect and care for the world around them.