Free & Cheap Things to Do in Olympia, WA

  • The list below includes 91 free or cheap things to do in or near Olympia, Washington, including 73 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, National & State Parks, Bowling and Playgrounds.
  • From Priest Point Park to Percival Landing, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Olympia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lacey, Lakewood, Gig Harbor and Centralia.
  • The list below includes 91 free or cheap things to do in or near Olympia, Washington, including 73 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, National & State Parks, Bowling and Playgrounds.
  • From Priest Point Park to Percival Landing, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Olympia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lacey, Lakewood, Gig Harbor and Centralia.
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23.6 Miles
- 1 votes
Bowling 1501 S Gold Street, Centralia, WA 98531 MoreLess Info
A small-scale venue makes any bowling adventure fun and at home at Fairway Lanes in Centralia, Washington. Hit the lanes with the family or throw a party to enjoy all this bowling alley has to offer.
23.7 Miles
92% 199 votes
Movie Theaters 4649 Point Fosdick Drive NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 MoreLess Info
This is a theater and a lounge in one. Theaters have D-Box motion chairs that move in sync with the movie action. Other extras are digital projection, sound auditoriums, and real butter on the popcorn. The VIP lounge is 21 and over and serves beer and wine
23.8 Miles
91% 35 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 1919 S. Tyler Street, Tacoma, WA MoreLess Info
A 71-acre nature preserve, Tacoma Nature Center includes a play area for children, plant nursery, 17-acre lake and over 2 miles of walking trails. Over 20 mammalian and around 100 bird species reside there.
23.8 Miles
92% 13 votes
Parks 6500 S Sheridan, Tacoma, WA 98408 MoreLess Info
Wapato Park is a scenic park populated by a lake and light forestland. The park offers a .9 mile walking trail around the lake, the Wapato Annual Garden, a dog park, and three picnic shelters.
23.9 Miles
50% 4 votes
Gardens 7311 Rosedale St NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 MoreLess Info
Rosedale Gardens features carefully landscaped walking paths that provide scenic views of the surrounding countryside as well as of the flowers and trees on display. The facility is a full service nursery, and has a gift shop.
24.0 Miles
91% 55 votes
Breweries 3207 57th St. Ct. NW, Gig Harbor, WA MoreLess Info
This 3,000 square foot brewery offers 12 unique styles of beer. They don't use bottles, they use cans to minimize oxygen and sunlight. Either the cozy tap room or the wooded beer garden are nice places to meet friends for a beer. Half gallon growlers are available for carry out.
24.0 Miles
95% 41 votes
Distilleries 3207 57th St Ct NW, Gig Harbor, WA MoreLess Info
The Heritage Distilling Company offers a host of distilled beverages that range from gins, whiskeys, and vodkas, with each line carrying its own unique story. Joining the Cask Club allows members to customize and enjoy their own creations.
24.0 Miles
83% 6 votes
Walking Trails Reid Dr NW & 14th Ave NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 MoreLess Info
Cushman Powerline Trail is a paved trail suitable for bicycling, running or walking that runs for several miles depending on the route chosen. There are benches along the way and a map that details the different segment distances.
24.6 Miles
94% 68 votes
Walking Trails Reid Drive NW, Gig Harbor, WA MoreLess Info
Winding through woodlands and around a scenic harbor, Cushman Trail is popular with outdoor exercisers. Its paved surface provides a safe path for pedestrians, runners, dog walkers or bike riders to follow.
24.7 Miles
83% 6 votes
Parks 3488 Grandview St., Gig Harbor, WA MoreLess Info
Grandview Forest Park is actually a passive-use wildlife park that is situated next to City Hall. Benches and walking trails are available to visitors along with public restroom facilities and on-site parking.
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