- The list below includes 10 free or cheap things to do in or near North Platte, Nebraska, including 13 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Recreation Centers, Movie Theaters and Children's Museums.
- From Cody Park to America's 20th Century Veterans' Memorial, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in North Platte.
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North Platte, Nebraska is home to Cody Park, a unique area that features picnic spots, trails, chilren's rides, food stands and an ornate, working antique carousel. Cody Park also has a large collection of animals.
8.9 Miles
97%
31 votes
Southeast corner of US-83 & I-80 exit 177, North Platte, NE 91031
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A monument dedicated to the veterans of the 20th century is America's 20th Century Veterans' Memorial. The monument stands to remember those who served during World War I, World War II, the Korean and Vietnam Wars.
2.3 Miles
86%
126 votes
2921 Scout's Rest Ranch Road, North Platte, NE
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Visitors to the Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park in North Platte, Nebraska must purchase a park permit before entering. This park is a popular campsite, and also includes hiking trails, fire pits, picnic grills and terrific fishing.
3.6 Miles
88%
295 votes
1249 North Homestead Road, North Platte, NE 69101
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North Platte's Golden Spike Tower & Visitor Center gives guests a birds-eye view of the expansive adjacent train yard. The tower rises eight storeys above ground, and when the weather is clear visitors can see for many miles.
1.3 Miles
Part of the Cody Park recreation area, the Cody Park swimming pool offers a swimming area for individuals and families from Memorial Day through Labor Day. There is a concession stand, kids rides and the historic 1913 Herschell-Spikeman Carousel.
2.1 Miles
91%
45 votes
2403 Buffalo Bill Ave, North Platte, NE 69101
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Striving to educate the public about the history of the state of Nebraska, Lincoln County Historical Museum offers exhibits celebrating the early pioneers and settlers to the area. The museum further provides a gift shop where memorabilia is sold.
0.4 Miles
83%
12 votes
314 North Jeffers, North Platte, NE 69101
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A variety of different areas are offered for exploration and learning within the North Platte Area Children's Museum. Interactive exhibits are available in Medical World, Market World, and Fine Arts World.
2.2 Miles
An indoor and outdoor amusement facility, Cody Go Karts, Inc. offers a variety of attractions, including multiple kinds of go kart tracks, bumper boats, adventure miniature golf, water slides, and a game room.
3.5 Miles
76%
21 votes
301 East State Farm Road, North Platte, NE 69101
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North Platte's Lake Mahoney State Recreation Area is popular for swimming, camping, barbequeing, fishing and boating. It has a limited number of electrical hookups, vault toilets and facilities for gutting fish.
1.2 Miles
North Platte's Mall Cinema III is part of the Carmike theater chain. A movie theater multiplex, it screens primarily first run Hollywood movies with digital video and sound. The theater offers discount matinees and other specials.