- The list below includes 122 free or cheap things to do in or near Columbus, Ohio, including 68 different types of inexpensive activities like Neighborhoods, Parks, Family Fun Center and Movie Theaters.
- From Ohio State University to Short North Arts District, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Columbus and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Westerville, Dublin, Hilliard and Powell.
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Drivers get behind the wheel of a Lamborghini or Ferrari with an instructor for laps around an autocross car-control course
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The Piatt Castles, listed on the National Registrar of Historic Places, were constructed in the 19thcentury. Visitors who come to the site can view a variety of antique furniture and memorabilia from the period.
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39 W 5th Street, Chillicothe, OH 45601
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From the founding of the town to its constitution, Ross County Historical Society features exhibits preserving the region's history. The society runs a museum, log house, library, and Colonial home for visitors to see.
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Featuring a catalog of over 37,000 items, the McKell Library is a public library located in a historic building. The library features an extensive collection of books as well as photographs, sheet music, and manuscripts.
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380 Mt. Vernon Ave., Marion, OH 43302
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Warren Harding's 'front porch' presidential speeches were presented on the porch of the Warren G. Harding Historic Home. A tour of the home and in its original, historic form is by appointment only year round.
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The Lucy Webb Hayes Heritage Center is based in the restored building of Lucy Webb's birth site. The center contains memories of the wife of Rutherford B. Hayes and examples of how she effected the white house.
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The Harding Home & Museum is housed in the 1821 home of former president Warren G. Harding. The museum contains over 5,000 items that once belonged to Harding and his family.
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Popular among hikers, the Cantwell Cliffs is one of the 6 major areas in Hocking Hills, and has unusual rock formations, waterfalls, rock bridges, and many trails.
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Popular for its rock formations, the Hocking Hills State Park has 200 campsites, cabins for rental, a guest lodge, and plenty of trails. It is also a popular spot among the birdwatchers.
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169 E. Church St., Marion, OH 43302
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One of two popcorn museums in the world, the Wyandot Popcorn Museum showcases one of the largest collections of popcorn poppers, peanut roasters, and restored antiques. Visitors can take a tour, view the exhibits, and leave with a bag of popcorn.
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Devoted to preserving, celebrating, and increasing awareness of local history and culture, the Marion County Historical Society maintains a museum with a wealth of artifacts and documents. The society also sponsors a variety of special events.