- The list below includes 38 free or cheap things to do in or near Lancaster, South Carolina, including 55 different types of inexpensive activities like Billiards/Pool Halls, Movie Theaters, Art Gallery and National & State Parks.
- From Andrew Jackson State Park to Buford Battleground, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Lancaster and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Rock Hill, Fort Mill, Monroe and Charlotte.
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A 70-acre sports complex, Manchester Meadows Park features lighted natural and synthetic turf fields as well as a soccer pavilion. The park also offers a children's playground, walking and biking trails, a small lake and picnic areas.
19.9 Miles
A 40-lane bowling center, Strikers Family Sportscenter offers open and league bowling with automatic scoring and bumpers. The center also provides a pro shop, pool tables, party hosting and a snack bar with food and drinks.
20.2 Miles
First opened in 1950 as a children's discovery center, the Museum of York County, has grown to include a large collection of exhibits on Africa and its animals. Visitors can also visit the planetarium, naturalist center, and the local landscape.
20.2 Miles
An outdoor venue that only opens in the summer months is the Old Town Amphitheater. The live music venue is downtown close to shops, places to eat, and space to park.
20.2 Miles
The 2.25-mile multi-use Riverwalk Trail is a recreational trail that can be used for biking, walking, running, or roller blading. The trail links 15 counties in North and South Carolina.
20.2 Miles
The Gettys Art Center is a beautiful and charming piece of Rock Hill history. The grand gallery features a multi-level space comprised of art displays, many pottery exhibits and events.
20.3 Miles
A museum that offers educational activities and developmental play, the Main Street Children's Museum has weekly and seasonal events. The museum can be a host for birthday parties and offers guided tours and programs.
20.3 Miles
Glencairn Gardens is an 11-acre botanical garden with a wide variety of plants. Visitors can use paved walkways to explore the landscaped lawns, see ducks and fish in ponds, and even plant seeds in a public vegetable garden.
20.4 Miles
Rock Hill's Glencairn Garden is a carefully and lovingly landscaped garden area that spans eleven acres. The garden has an abundance of blooming flowers that vary by season, and is host to many special events.
20.8 Miles
Fishing, boating, and swimming are the main draws of the Lake Wateree State Park. There are other options as well though, including the newly opened playground, bird watching, biking, and walking trails.