- The list below includes 13 free or cheap things to do in or near Decatur, Illinois, including 52 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Hiking Trails.
- From Sand Creek Conservation Area to Rock Springs Conservation Area, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Decatur.
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31.8 Miles
A recreational space in Logan County, Kickapoo Creek Park provides for a variety of both winter and summer sports/activities. This includes trails for hiking, bicycling, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing, along with water for canoeing, fishing and kayaking.
32.0 Miles
The Lincoln Speedway is a dirt race track that hosts a variety of auto races, including modifieds and stock cars, on a quarter mile track. Refreshments are available, as well.
32.0 Miles
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59 votes
5063 Camp Butler Road, Springfield, IL 62707
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Once a part of the largest civil-war era training centers for union troops, it's the final resting place of Medal of Honor recipient seaman John H Catherwood, and Colonel Otis B Duncan who was the highest ranking African-American officer during World War I.
34.4 Miles
Springfield's King Pin Lanes is a bowling alley that hosts open bowling as well as a variety of bowling leagues and tournaments. The alley also features a restaurant and full bar.
35.5 Miles
Raised as a tribute to Abraham Lincoln, the Lincoln Memorial Garden covers 100 acres and has more than 6 miles of trails. There are many benches for weary legs, inscribed with Lincoln quotes. There are no picnic areas inside the park, but on the outside.
35.8 Miles
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2 votes
2301 E Lake Shore Drive, Springfield, IL 62712
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Situated in a prairie ecosystem, Lincoln Memorial Garden Nature Center hosts festivals, group trail walks, and other activities for the surrounding 100 acres. The park grows plant varieties that Abraham Lincoln would have seen during his lifetime.
36.7 Miles
83%
66 votes
2500 South Eleventh Street, Springfield, IL 62705
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Washington Park Botanical Gardens is an escape from its urban surroundings. It provides peace and tranquility while educating you about nature. it is home to over 1200 species of plants. School trips are offered free. it's ideal for wedding receptions and business meetings.
36.8 Miles
96%
1793 votes
413 South Eighth St., Springfield, IL 62701
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The Lincoln Home National Historic Site is in the middle of a four block, historic neighborhood. The free, guided tour shows you Lincoln's house as it was before he became our 16th President.
36.8 Miles
The Elijah Iles home is the oldest house in Springfield and is said to have been frequented by Abraham Lincoln. It houses the Springfield Museum and a collection of furniture and accessories. You can rent it for social or business gatherings.
36.8 Miles
75%
16 votes
629 South 7th St., Springfield, IL
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Grand Army of the Republic Memorial Museum is dedicated to the Civil War. Main attractions are the complete set of official records of war of rebellion and the flag from the booth at Fords Theater from the Lincoln assassination.