Free & Cheap Things to Do in Columbia, PA

  • The list below includes 129 free or cheap things to do in or near Columbia, Pennsylvania, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Family Fun Center, Art Studio and Arts Centers.
  • From River Park to Wright's Ferry Mansion, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Columbia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lancaster, York, Hershey and Ephrata.
  • The list below includes 129 free or cheap things to do in or near Columbia, Pennsylvania, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Family Fun Center, Art Studio and Arts Centers.
  • From River Park to Wright's Ferry Mansion, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Columbia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lancaster, York, Hershey and Ephrata.
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18.3 Miles
100% 4 votes
Shopping Districts 2847 Lincoln Highway East, Ronks, PA MoreLess Info
A quaint and charming area with restaurants and unique shops, the Village of Dutch Delights has a wide array of Amish-made products and collectibles, including quilts, toys, and other hand-crafted goods.
18.6 Miles
89% 1492 votes
Scenic Railroads 301 Gap Road, Strasburg, PA 17572 MoreLess Info
Take a trip into the past at the Strasburg Rail Road, a museum that includes a charming, restored and working vintage train. Each train trip takes 45 minutes per direction.
18.6 Miles
93% 126 votes
Food Shops 2966 Stumpton Rd, Ronks, PA 17572 MoreLess Info
On your next trip through Pennsylvania Dutch Country, visit Countryside Road Stand for a sample of the rich Amish traditions. The stand features, crafts, quilts, seasonal produce and baked goods, you will want to keep coming back for more.
18.9 Miles
95% 98 votes
Farms & Ranches 264 Paradise Lane, Ronks, PA 17572 MoreLess Info
Lil' Country Store & Miniature Horse Farm is an Amish craft shop with a barn that features miniature horses who can be petted, fed and ridden by children. There is also a snack bar with pastries and breads.
19.0 Miles
History Museums 63 West Chocolate Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033 MoreLess Info
The Hershey Story contains 10,000 square feet of interactive exhibits that tells the rags to riches story of Milton Hershey and how he gave back gave to the community. At the building, children can participate in a 45-minute chocolate lab; meanwhile, everyone can eat at the cafe, and shop.
19.0 Miles
88% 159 votes
Specialty Museums 300 Paradise Lane, Strasburg, PA 17579 MoreLess Info
True to its name, the National Toy Train Museum in Strasburg, Pennsylvania is packed with trains, layouts, accessories and ephemera related to toy and model trains. It is a must-see attraction for railfans and is open throughout the year.
19.1 Miles
100% 17 votes
Kayaking 132 Barnwell Lane, Hershey, PA 17078 MoreLess Info
Operating on the Swatara Creek, Cocoa Kayak Rentals of Hershey provides kayak rentals, along with transportation to and from various access points. The experience is fun and provides a glimpse into the natural surroundings of the tree-lined creek.
19.3 Miles
50% 2 votes
Farms & Ranches 96-A Paradise Lane, Ronks, PA MoreLess Info
Fairview Fruit Farm is a small farm that emphasizes healthy, sustainable, and ecologically sensitive practices in producing fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy products, and other items. The farm welcomes visitors, and its wares vary seasonally.
19.4 Miles
87% 375 votes
Bus Tours 251 Park Boulevard, Hershey, PA 17033 MoreLess Info
Guests can take an hour tour of Hersey on a green trolley while listening to costumed singing conductors. The tour passes the birthplace of Milton Hershey, his mansion, and the original chocolate factory.
19.4 Miles
79% 5642 votes
Factory Tours 251 Park Boulevard, Hershey, PA 17033 MoreLess Info
When the Hershey Factory could no longer hold the number of guests that wanted to tour it, the company created Hershey's Chocolate World. Visitors can take a ten-minute chocolate tour ride, make their own candy bars, go on a trolley ride around Hershey, participate in chocolate tasting groups, and shop.
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