- The list below includes 38 free or cheap things to do in or near Manitowoc, Wisconsin, including 53 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Art Museum, Bowling and History Museums.
- From West of the Lake Gardens to Manitowoc Marina, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Manitowoc and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Sheboygan, Two Rivers and Kohler.
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This 6-acre backyard garden sits on Lake Michigan and is open for viewing from Mother's Day to the first frost. Featured in the gardens are a rose garden, a Japanese garden, formal gardens, sunken gardens and 900-feet of herbaceous borders and colorful annuals.
0.6 Miles
A full service dock and boat launch on Lake Michigan, Manitowoc Marina offers sales, service, and rental space for boat owners in the area. The marina also offers a heated storage option those choosing to winter their boats with them.
0.2 Miles
A 1300 acre protected area, Woodland Dunes Nature Preserve is a sanctuary for animals as well as a recreation destination. Activities vary seasonally, including snowshoeing and skiing in winter and particularly good bird watching in spring.
0.7 Miles
This 19th century mansion houses artifacts and an eclectic art collection. Although there are some long term exhibits, typically there is a selection of new exhibits each month. Some of the exhibits include doll houses, ivory objects, doll collections, wooden objects, and stained glass windows.
2.8 Miles
Moviegoers can enjoy the latest box office hits along with special events such as sports, concerts, live performances, and more at the Carmike Cinemas. Theaters feature BigD - Large Format Digital Experience, luxury seating and 7.1 surround sound.
0.7 Miles
Located in a historic mansion, the Rahr West Art Museum features a variety of exhibits focusing on modern art, architecture, and design. It holds a permanent collection as well as traveling exhibits, and hosts special events and educational programs.
0.3 Miles
The Lakeshore Cinema Cafe has been specializing in showing intermediate-run Hollywood movies since their opening in 2002. Group special events are available along with a wide variety of concessions featuring full waiter service.
2.2 Miles
A 24-lane bowling center, Meadow Lanes North offers open and league bowling with automatic scoring and optional bumpers. The center provides party hosting, three private event halls, a lounge, a pro shop and a game room.
2.2 Miles
With a 28' Santa Cruz boat, Willie Bee Charters specializes in catching king salmon, brown trout, and rainbow trout, depending on the season. The captain provides the fishing tackle, and lets the visitors bring their own cooler to store fish.
1.8 Miles
An 18-lane bowling center, Meadow Lanes West offers open and league bowling with automatic scoring. The center provides a full-service pro shop, cosmic bowling, birthday party hosting, a game room and a sports bar.