Free & Cheap Things to Do in Franklin, WI

  • The list below includes 151 free or cheap things to do in or near Franklin, Wisconsin, including 82 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Family Fun Center and Movie Theaters.
  • From Froemming Park to Dr. Lynette Fox Memorial Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Franklin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Milwaukee, Kenosha, Racine and Waukesha.
  • The list below includes 151 free or cheap things to do in or near Franklin, Wisconsin, including 82 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Family Fun Center and Movie Theaters.
  • From Froemming Park to Dr. Lynette Fox Memorial Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Franklin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Milwaukee, Kenosha, Racine and Waukesha.
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11.1 Miles
100% 8 votes
Parks 6800 W State Street, Wauwatosa, WI 53213 MoreLess Info
Hart Park features a variety of amenities, perhaps most notably a full scale 400 meter running track available for public use. There are also tennis courts, picnic areas, and public restrooms.
11.2 Miles
82% 606 votes
Breweries 4000 W State St, Milwaukee, WI 53208 MoreLess Info
This 45-60 minute guided tour begins with a movie that shows the history of Miller Brewing Company and it includes samples of 3 different beers. There is a gift shop and souvenir photos are available for purchase.
11.4 Miles
92% 125 votes
Breweries 613 S. Second Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204 MoreLess Info
The Milwaukee Brewing Company is a microbrewery that offers visitors tours of their beer making operation, with samples of the various styles of beer provided. The brewery also hosts Saturday open houses that feature samples and Q & A sessions.
11.5 Miles
93% 654 votes
Historic Homes 2000 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53233 MoreLess Info
Pabst Mansion was completed in 1892 by the Pabst Beer Baron and is now a historical site that houses 3 galleries of artwork, a historical, an event, and a museum gallery full of decorative and fine arts and archives. Group tours, lecture and event rentals are available.
11.7 Miles
94% 1822 votes
Specialty Museums 400 W. Canal St., Milwaukee, WI MoreLess Info
Bike enthusiasts will be able to spend hours at the Harley-Davidson Museum. Discover the history of the country's hog of choice and enjoy the many unique souvenirs at the gift shop.
11.7 Miles
90% 63 votes
Colleges & Universities Milwaukee, WI 53201 MoreLess Info
Marquette University offers a campus and education rich in spiritual development. The Christian-based school also features the oldest building in the US, the Joan of Arc Chapel, that was built in France in the 1300s and brought to America later.
11.7 Miles
32% 38 votes
Recreation Centers 2201 N Mayfair Road, Wauwatosa, WI 53226 MoreLess Info
Food, drinks, and games are just a few of the attractions that bring people to Dave & Buster's, an entertaining restaurant and game arcade. Guests commonly enjoy watching sporting events, eating a meal, and playing the dozens of games available.
11.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
Skating Rinks 19400 W Bluemound Road, Brookfield, WI 53045 MoreLess Info
At a constant temperature of 50 degrees Fahrenheit, Eble Park Ice Arena offers public skating for 11 months out of the year. The arena also hosts figure skating lessons and youth hockey sports.
11.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks Hillcrest Park, 2119 Davidson Road, Waukesha, WI 53186 MoreLess Info
Hillcrest Park is a combination of flat open space areas with steep slopes and fenced perimeter. The park contains a 5 million-gallon underground water reservoir, a storage building and an indoor rifle range.
12.0 Miles
88% 796 votes
Neighborhoods Milwaukee, WI 53202 MoreLess Info
This historic site is the home of the 'The Great Third Ward Fire' in 1982. There are many shopping opportunities and art galleries as well a the River Walk. There is a free shuttle to take to the many art galleries, restaurants, unique stores, office buildings, etc.
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