- The list below includes 75 free or cheap things to do in or near South Bend, Indiana, including 64 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Parks, Art Museum and Playgrounds.
- From University of Notre Dame to Howard Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in South Bend and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Mishawaka, Elkhart, Plymouth and Goshen.
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5.8 Miles
Located on 12.8 acres, Henry Frank Park features handicap accessible trails that can be used for walking and jogging. The park also has picnic tables with grills, a pavilion and a softball field.
8.1 Miles
Providing for casual play as well as tournament competitions, Action Park Paintball is a full-service facility. And to accommodate parties and gatherings, the facility offers both individual and group rates.
12.4 Miles
Located in a restored 19th century Queen Anne style farmhouse, the Jim Town Historical Museum Inc offers visitors a chance to see and experience turn of the century farm life.
13.4 Miles
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Hall of Heroes Super Hero Museum
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58005 County Road 105, Elkhart, IN
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A museum devoted to pop culture superhero history, the Hall of Heroes Super Hero Museum features a collection of toys, props, and other artifacts relating to superheroes. One notable item is Adam West's original Batman costume from the TV series.
13.7 Miles
Elkhart Tactical Laser Tag is a strictly outdoor experience offering Airsoft and laser tag. They conduct group events by appointment only and are available for off-site events, bringing the operation to the group's place of preference.
14.2 Miles
With over 3 mile-long paved trails, the Elkhart River, Island Park- Riverwalk passes through the historical center and connects several local parks.
14.3 Miles
Maintained by volunteers, Wellfield Botanic Gardens offers visitors over 20 gardens to walk through that are filled with wildflowers, art sculptures, and paths. It has a Japanese garden with a pond, waterfall, and benches to meditate at.
14.5 Miles
Built in 1910 in the Beaux Arts style, the Ruthmere Mansion served as a place of social, political and business gatherings until the death of its owners. It is included in the National Register of Historic Places since 1978.
14.5 Miles
Midwest Museum of American Art is housed in a classical bank-style building in the center of downtown Elkhart, Indiana. It showcases a permanent collection of more than 6000 pieces of 19th and 20th century American art.
14.6 Miles
When the weather is warm, kids and adults can enjoy the water park, but when the weather gets cold, guests can enjoy hot chocolate and skating on the ice at the outdoor Nibco Water & Ice Park.