Free & Cheap Things to Do in Harrisburg, PA

  • The list below includes 86 free or cheap things to do in or near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, including 73 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Movie Theaters, Music Venue and Parks.
  • From Wildwood Park to Riverfront Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Harrisburg and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Mechanicsburg, York, Hershey and Carlisle.
  • The list below includes 86 free or cheap things to do in or near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, including 73 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Movie Theaters, Music Venue and Parks.
  • From Wildwood Park to Riverfront Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Harrisburg and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Mechanicsburg, York, Hershey and Carlisle.
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36.4 Miles
96% 3778 votes
History Museums 1195 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg, PA 17325 MoreLess Info
The Gettysburg Museum and Visitor Center is the hub where visitors can see exhibits related to the historic battlefield. Staff, guides and park rangers here are also able to assist in setting up walking tours of the area.
36.6 Miles
92% 338 votes
Horseback Riding West Confederate Avenue, McMillan Woods Youth Campground, Gettysburg, PA 17325 MoreLess Info
Visitors can ride on the Gettysburg Battlefield with Confederate Trails of Gettysburg. The company offers both guided tours, and tour narration through individual devices along with special event carriages and horses.
36.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Music Venue 37 E Garfield Street, Shippensburg, PA 17257 MoreLess Info
Spanning 10,000 square feet, The Thought Lot is a center for contemporary art that functions as both gallery and performance venue. The Thought Lot also hosts classes, and emphasizes developing and showcasing local artistic talent.
36.9 Miles
100% 3 votes
Historic Districts 52 W. King Street, Shippensburg, PA 17257 MoreLess Info
Shippensburg Historical Society depicts Shippensburg history through a rich collection of local history books, archival materials and photographs. The society also houses artifacts and exhibits that document the history of Shippensburg from its founding in the 1730s to today.
36.9 Miles
- 0 votes
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Best Bowl

Bowling 2208 Route 522, Selinsgrove, PA 17870 MoreLess Info
A 24-lane bowling center, Best Bowl offers open and league bowling along with private event and party hosting. The facility provides a pro shop, arcade game machines, a television and a snack bar with food and drinks.
36.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Art Gallery 39 W King Street, Shippensburg, PA 17257 MoreLess Info
Featuring student artwork, Shippensburg Arts Programming & Education offers a variety of workshops, classes, and camps to introduce guests to different artistic mediums. The gallery hosts art auctions where visitors can purchase art produced in these classes.
37.1 Miles
- 0 votes
Recreation Centers 130 S Academy Drive, Ephrata, PA 17522 MoreLess Info
The Ephrata Recreation Center is a fitness center that includes facilities such as a pool, a gymnasium, a game room, and a sauna. The fitness center has an aerobics room, a cardiovascular room, and a free weight section.
37.3 Miles
82% 49 votes
Horseback Riding 610 Taneytown Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325 MoreLess Info
Artillery Ridge Horseback Tour is a family friendly resort that is the closest camping to the battlefield. They are a full service campground that also offers full service sites, cabin rentals and plenty of open tenting.
37.3 Miles
89% 38 votes
Horseback Riding 610 Taneytown Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325 MoreLess Info
The oldest horse tour company in Gettysburg is The National Riding Stable at Artillery Ridge Camping Resort. Guests are able to tour the battlefield of Gettysburg on horseback through tour-hour guided and narrated trips.
37.5 Miles
95% 263 votes
History Museums 632 West Main Street, Ephrata, PA 17522 MoreLess Info
The Ephrata Cloister is a religious community founded in 1732, which at its height housed more than 300 members. Guided tours and self-guided exploration provide an introduction to the community and its seven historic buildings.
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