Free & Cheap Things to Do in Kansas City, KS

  • The list below includes 196 free or cheap things to do in or near Kansas City, Kansas, including 71 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, History Museums, Race Tracks and Trampoline Parks.
  • From Wyandotte County Lake State Park to Rosedale Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Kansas City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Shawnee, Independence, Kansas City and Olathe.
  • The list below includes 196 free or cheap things to do in or near Kansas City, Kansas, including 71 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, History Museums, Race Tracks and Trampoline Parks.
  • From Wyandotte County Lake State Park to Rosedale Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Kansas City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Shawnee, Independence, Kansas City and Olathe.
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16.9 Miles
100% 2 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 21999 E Old Blue Mills Road, Independence, MO 64058 MoreLess Info
At Little Blue Trace Nature Preserve, visitors can hike or bike an 11 mile trail lined with native trees and prairie grass. The trail passes by creeks and old railroad bridges.
17.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Horseback Riding 9100 Cedar Niles Road, Lenexa, KS 66227 MoreLess Info
From horse training to boarding services, Peeper Ranch is an equestrian facility with 50,000 square feet of indoor arenas. The ranch hosts riding lessons that teach the basics of Western and English riding styles.
17.6 Miles
96% 104 votes
Ziplines 12829 Loring Road, Bonner Springs, KS 66012 MoreLess Info
Adventure Zip is 143 acre zip line park that features 300 feet of elevation change and offers a variety of zip line tours. They offer a Hike and Zip, a Tower Tour, and a Full tour that combines both.
17.6 Miles
- 1 votes
Parks 1000 N. Ridgeview Road, Olathe, KS 66061 MoreLess Info
Two Trails Park is an 18 acre community park named after the area in which the Santa Fe and Oregon Trails crossed through Olathe. The park offers a playground, walking trail, skate park, tennis courts, picnic shelters, and baseball fields.
17.8 Miles
50% 36 votes
Go Karts 325 N Mur-Len, Olathe, KS 66062 MoreLess Info
Besides the race tracks, at Sadlers Indoor Racing there are also arcade games, a cafe, and a shop which sells accessories. The Octane Room, which covers 6,000 square feet, can be rented for private events.
17.8 Miles
80% 5 votes
Laser Tag 2026 E Santa Fe Street, Olathe, KS 66062 MoreLess Info
Featuring two stories and 6,000 square feet, Advanced Laser Tag offers a barrier-free space with high tech radio transmitters allowing taggers to re-load without going back to home base. There is also a large party room, arcade, and meeting space.
17.9 Miles
94% 87 votes
Historic Sites 1200 Kansas City Road, Olathe, KS MoreLess Info
Those wishing to see how life on the frontier was in 1860 can always visit Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm Historic Site, where they will find hands-on exhibits – this is the last open stagecoach stop in the region.
17.9 Miles
50% 6 votes
Bowling 303 N Lindenwood Drive, Olathe, KS 66062 MoreLess Info
Olathe Lanes East Bowling Center is an indoor entertainment complex that offers open bowling, league play, tournaments, and a variety of special events. It offers a number of specials, equipment rentals, and a pro shop.
18.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Recreation Centers 1205 E Kansas City Road, Olathe, KS 66061 MoreLess Info
Available for fitness classes, aquatics, and events, the Olathe Community Center is a hub of activity and community involvement. Fitness classes include spinning, aerobics, dance, aquatic classes, and weight classes.
18.1 Miles
66% 73 votes
Pubs 6995 W 151st Street, Overland Park, KS 66223 MoreLess Info
Located in a former church, Llywelyn's Pub is an Irish pub with a restaurant and upstairs bar. On Fridays, the pub features a variety of fish items on the menu.
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