Free & Cheap Things to Do in Junction City, KS

  • The list below includes 39 free or cheap things to do in or near Junction City, Kansas, including 24 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Konza Prairie Research Natural Area to Milford Nature Center & Fish Hatchery, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Junction City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Manhattan, Abilene and Fort Riley.
  • The list below includes 39 free or cheap things to do in or near Junction City, Kansas, including 24 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Nature & Wildlife Areas, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
  • From Konza Prairie Research Natural Area to Milford Nature Center & Fish Hatchery, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Junction City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Manhattan, Abilene and Fort Riley.
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16.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Swimming Pool 3309 Robinson, Manhattan, KS 66503 MoreLess Info
Open for the summer season, CiCo Park Swimming Pool features a 25 meter pool available to the public for recreational swimming. The pool is located in a 97 acre park with amenities like a sports complex.
16.9 Miles
71% 7 votes
History Museums 2309 Claflin Road, Manhattan, KS 66502 MoreLess Info
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.
17.2 Miles
- 2 votes
Parks 1220 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502 MoreLess Info
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.
17.4 Miles
33% 3 votes
Art Museum 701 Beach Ln, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS 66506 MoreLess Info
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.
17.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Ice Skating 1472-1480 Anderson Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66506 MoreLess Info
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.
17.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Children's Museums 821 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502 MoreLess Info
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.
17.6 Miles
90% 10 votes
Walking Trails US Hwy 24 & Blue River Trailhead, Manhattan, KS 66502 MoreLess Info
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.
17.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
Art Gallery 406 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502 MoreLess Info
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.
18.7 Miles
89% 27 votes
Art Museum 701 Beach Lane, Manhattan, KS 66506 MoreLess Info
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.
20.8 Miles
83% 12 votes
Breweries 8845 Quail Lane #1, Manhattan, KS 66502 MoreLess Info
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.
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