Free & Cheap Things to Do in Madison, AL

  • The list below includes 80 free or cheap things to do in or near Madison, Alabama, including 49 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Dog Park, Bike Paths and Hiking Trails.
  • From Madison Public Library to Rainbow Mountain Trails, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Madison and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Huntsville, Decatur and Athens.
  • The list below includes 80 free or cheap things to do in or near Madison, Alabama, including 49 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Dog Park, Bike Paths and Hiking Trails.
  • From Madison Public Library to Rainbow Mountain Trails, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Madison and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Huntsville, Decatur and Athens.
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10.6 Miles
91% 54 votes
Historic Districts Huntsville, AL MoreLess Info
Twickenham was the original name chosen for Huntsville by LeRoy Pope who brought the land at auction and later donated it to the city. The Twickenham district has many historic homes, and many have signs that tell about their history.
11.7 Miles
100% 5 votes
Movie Theaters 1485 Four Mile Road SE, Huntsville, AL MoreLess Info
A movie theater with 18 screens, Valley Bend 18 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, an IMAX 3D auditorium and a snack bar with food and drinks.
11.7 Miles
33% 3 votes
Movie Theaters 1485 Four Mile Post Rd SE, Huntsville, AL 35802 MoreLess Info
Featuring an IMAX theater, Carmike Cinemas Valley Bend 18 shows the latest films in both 2D and 3D viewing formats. The auditoriums have stadium seating, digital projectors, and surround sound.
12.9 Miles
52% 23 votes
Specialty Museums 694 Chase Rd, Huntsville, AL MoreLess Info
With a variety of seasonal events, North Alabama Railroad Museum offers rides on their historic trains. The museum is self-guided, but among the seasonal rides are the Santa Train ride during the holidays and Pumpkin Picking ride in autumn.
13.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 1800 Point Mallard Dr SE, Decatur, AL 35601 MoreLess Info
The Strike Zone At Point Mallard is a sports entertainment facility offering a number of amenities for guests to enjoy. These amenities include a golf driving range with a putting green as well as baseball batting cages.
13.8 Miles
90% 239 votes
National & State Parks 5105 Nolen Avenue, Huntsville, AL 35801 MoreLess Info
Monte Sano State Park is a retreat covering 2,140 acres, with lots of picnic areas, trails and mountain-biking trails, and modern camping sites for RVs. It also has 14 cabins, designed in the style of Arts and Crafts.
13.8 Miles
60% 5 votes
Parks 2901B Point Mallard Dr SE, Decatur, AL 35601 MoreLess Info
Considered to be one of the premier recreational sites in the area, Point Mallard Park has an extensive athletic complex, tennis center, batting cages, and golf driving range. The park is also home to the Spirit of America Festival and reenactments of the Battle for Decatur.
14.1 Miles
90% 20 votes
Movie Theaters 1702 South Jefferson St., Athens, AL 35611 MoreLess Info
The Cinemagic Theatre offers a choice of indoor or outdoor movie viewing. The drive-in shows quality new-releases with modern audio and video capabilities. A clean, friendly, and warm atmosphere awaits movie lovers of all ages on the inside as well.
14.3 Miles
- 0 votes
Walking Trails 100 North Beaty Street, Athens, AL 35611 MoreLess Info
Consisting of interlacing trails, Athens-Limestone County Nature & Heritage Trails takes visitors through various parks and recreational areas in the city. These trails include the Civil Wart Trail, the 89-Mile Noah Bike Trail, the Antebellum Trial, and other historic pathways.
14.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 100 Market St NW, Decatur, AL 35601 MoreLess Info
During the summer, the Rhodes Ferry Park hosts a concert series in its open areas that are transformed into stages. Facilities within the park itself include a large children's playground, lighted walking paths, two pavilions, and two picnic shelters.
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