- The list below includes 39 free or cheap things to do in or near Fort Riley, Kansas, including 23 different types of inexpensive activities like Historic Buildings, Historic Homes, Recreation Centers and History Museums.
- From Custer House to First Territorial Capital, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Fort Riley and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Manhattan, Abilene and Junction City.
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13.7 Miles
Housing a research library and changing exhibits, the Riley County Historical Museum contains a variety of photos, artifacts and documents that strive to preserve the history of Manhattan, Kansas and surrounding counties. Guided tours available upon request.
14.3 Miles
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3 votes
701 Beach Ln, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS 66506
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Committed to sharing art with all residents and guests of Kansas, Beach Museum of Art features paintings, weavings and photography celebrating the community and region. Located on the campus of Kansas State University, it further offers free admission.
14.3 Miles
As an outdoor recreational facility, Manhattan City Park has picnic shelters, tennis courts, gardens, and playgrounds for visitors to enjoy. It also has a splash park with shallow wading pools and fountains for kids to play in.
14.4 Miles
Open to visitors of all skating skill levels, Manhattan Ice Rink features an indoor ice rink that hosts public skating sessions and figure skating lessons. Visitors who are not skating receive free admission to the rink.
14.5 Miles
Manhattan’s Wonder Workshop Children’s Museum focuses on offering arts, science, and humanities education to children of all ages. The museum features an array of programs and exhibits, and hosts summer camps.
14.6 Miles
90%
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US Hwy 24 & Blue River Trailhead, Manhattan, KS 66502
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Providing space for outdoor activities, Manhattan River Trail is most popular with runners and mountain bikers. The path also covers many wooded areas and wetlands making it ideal for wildlife and bird watchers.
14.9 Miles
Opened in 1979, the Strecker-Nelson Gallery is a local art gallery known as being the oldest commercial art gallery in the state. Ceramics, paintings, and photography are among the works on display from local and regional artists.
14.9 Miles
At City Park Pool, visitors can go swimming in a large pool with a separate area for younger children. The pool has inflatable pool toys, such as a large ball that visitors can climb on in the center.
15.8 Miles
89%
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701 Beach Lane, Manhattan, KS 66506
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An eclectic collection with exhibits ranging from glass home-made items to famous painters and sculptors await the visitors of Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art.
18.0 Miles
A wide selection beers can be found at Tallgrass Brewing Company, including ales, tripels and stouts. There are many year round offerings, as well as seasonal specialty beers.