Free & Cheap Things to Do in Columbus, IN

  • The list below includes 38 free or cheap things to do in or near Columbus, Indiana, including 65 different types of inexpensive activities like Religious Buildings, Movie Theaters, Children's Museums and Parks.
  • From Mill Race Park to People Trails, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Columbus and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Nashville, Greensburg, Corydon and Edinburgh.
  • The list below includes 38 free or cheap things to do in or near Columbus, Indiana, including 65 different types of inexpensive activities like Religious Buildings, Movie Theaters, Children's Museums and Parks.
  • From Mill Race Park to People Trails, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Columbus and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Nashville, Greensburg, Corydon and Edinburgh.
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91% 74 votes
Children's Museums 309 Washington Street, Columbus, IN 47201 MoreLess Info
Aimed at teaching the children about the local community and not only, the Kidscommons's new facility was opened in 2005 and features a 17 foot-tall climbing wall, the House of Japan, and the Childhood Garden among others. Electricity and visual arts are some of the topics approached by this center.
1.8 Miles
100% 3 votes
Walking Tours 2760 Highland Way, Columbus, IN 47201 MoreLess Info
Famous for its unique architecture, the Miller House & Garden were designed after World War II by Eero Saarinen, designer of the Gateway Arch. Managed by the Indianapolis Museum of Art, the house is open daily for guided tours.
0.1 Miles
100% 3 votes
History Museums 524 3rd Street, Columbus, IN 47201 MoreLess Info
At Bartholomew County Historical Society, visitors can learn about the historical buildings in the town from a walking tour or one of the many brochures. The society hosts educational programs about the early pioneers and Native Americans of Indiana.
1.9 Miles
100% 4 votes
Skating Rinks 2501 Lincoln Park Drive, Columbus, IN 47201 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a variety of ice sports at Hamilton Center Ice Arena. The center hosts figure skating and hockey classes. It has an annual skate show featuring youth figure skaters.
2.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Children's Museums 325 Commons Mall, Columbus, IN 47201 MoreLess Info
Interactive exhibits with a focus on science are available within the Kidscommons-Columbus Community Children's Museum. Families with young children can play with a robotic arm, a laser harp, a climbing wall, and a giant play toilet.
2.0 Miles
100% 2 votes
Movie Theaters 280 Plaza Drive, Columbus, IN 47201 MoreLess Info
Yes Cinema is a combined cultural arts and convention center that hosts a variety of public and private events. The cinema features two movie screens and airs mainstream, independent, foreign, classical and educational films.
2.0 Miles
33% 6 votes
Movie Theaters 555 Creekview Court, Columbus, IN 47201 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with 12 screens, AMC Showplace Columbus 12 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, theater rentals for private events, a game room and a concession area.
0.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Art Museum 390 The Cmns, Columbus, IN 47201 MoreLess Info
Indianapolis Museum of Art Columbus Gallery was founded in 1883 and is one of the 10 largest and 10 oldest general art museums in the nation. They feature an array of collections including African, American, Asian and European art.
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Aviation Museums 4742 Ray Boll Blvd, Columbus, IN 47203 MoreLess Info
Free to the public, the Atterbury Bakalar Museum is staffed by volunteers and funded by donations. The museum features a permanent collection of aviation-related vehicles, artifacts, and other items, including an F-4 Phantom jet.
0.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Bowling 3010 State Street, Columbus, IN 47201 MoreLess Info
Columbus Bowling Center offers open bowling, league play and specials including cosmic bowling on the weekends. They also have party packages and feature a pro shop and a bar and a grill.
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