Free & Cheap Things to Do in Pella, IA

  • The list below includes 14 free or cheap things to do in or near Pella, Iowa, including 45 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Historic Districts.
  • From Pella Public Library to Historical Village, Vermeer Windmill & Scholte House, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Pella and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Newton and Knoxville.
  • The list below includes 14 free or cheap things to do in or near Pella, Iowa, including 45 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Historic Districts.
  • From Pella Public Library to Historical Village, Vermeer Windmill & Scholte House, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Pella and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Newton and Knoxville.
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38.4 Miles
80% 861 votes
Botanical Gardens 909 Robert D. Ray Drive, Des Moines, IA 50309 MoreLess Info
See more than 1000 varieties of plants at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden Center in Iowa. The domed conservatory includes a tropical garden, desert garden and sculptures under one roof.
38.4 Miles
77% 431 votes
Science Museums 401 W Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, Des Moines, IA 50309 MoreLess Info
Science Center of Iowa includes a science museum and IMAX dome theater. Admission includes hands-on science experiments, as well as live demonstrations and programs about everything from chemistry to astronomy.
38.4 Miles
86% 7 votes
Movie Theaters Science Center of Iowa, 401 W Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway, Des Moines, IA 50309 MoreLess Info
The Blank IMAX Dome Theater is an IMAX movie theater that is situated within the Science Center of Iowa. The theater has seats that are angled at 35 degrees so that every seat in the theater faces the screen.
38.5 Miles
96% 221 votes
Farmers Markets 4th Street and Court Avenue, Des Moines, IA MoreLess Info
The Downtown Farmers Market is open rain or shine from May through October. There are roughly 300 family farmers, artists, bakers, and crafters from around the state who participate in the large open-air market.
38.6 Miles
93% 28 votes
Specialty Museums 330 Park Street, Des Moines, IA 50309 MoreLess Info
Celebrating the accomplishment of past, present, and future Iowans, the Iowa Hall of Pride is a nice ode to the state's residents. See local art, sculptures, videos, pictures, and written works from the state's most accomplished residents.
38.8 Miles
100% 32 votes
Movie Theaters 4545 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA 50321 MoreLess Info
At Fleur Cinema & Cafe, visitors can watch a mix of independent, foreign, and blockbuster flicks in digital projection. In addition to movie theater popcorn, the concession stand offers alcoholic beverages and coffee to take into the theater.
39.3 Miles
95% 401 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 2100 Fleur Drive, Des Moines, IA MoreLess Info
In the middle of Des Moines, find two miles of trails surrounding a lake in the area known as Gray's Lake Park. The area features biking and walking paths, as well as fishing areas.
39.3 Miles
86% 37 votes
Gardens Des Moines, IA MoreLess Info
Homemakers all over the world love to visit the Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden. The culture behemoth offers an opportunity for visitors to peak at beautiful landscapes, and trending outdoor styles.
39.3 Miles
- 0 votes
Bowling 2601 Roemer Avenue, Ottumwa, IA 52501 MoreLess Info
Champion Bowl in Ottumwa offers a family friendly vibe to locals and visitors. The twenty four lane center, features both league play and casual play as well as a full service snack counter and a bar.
40.6 Miles
67% 3 votes
Movie Theaters 2829 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA 50021 MoreLess Info
The Springwood 9 Theaters, also known as Fridley Theaters, offers guests the chance to enjoy first-run movies. The location offers both 2D and Real3D viewing experiences and guests can also host birthday parties at this location.
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