- The list below includes 26 free or cheap things to do in or near Tallahassee, Florida, including 21 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, National & State Parks, Parks and Bike Paths.
- From Florida State University to Cascades Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Tallahassee and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Thomasville.
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A student takes the pilot’s seat for an extended flying lesson supervised by a trained instructor
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Established in 1851 and awarding more than 3,000 degrees each year, Florida State University has a campus which covers 489 acres with points of interest such as the Heritage Tower and the Dodd Hall library.
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A 24-acre facility, Cascades Park features open green space along ponds, fountains and an amphitheater. The park provides multi-use trails, picnic areas, a splash pad, benches, restroom facilities and exhibits that include a Korean War Memorial.
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3540 Thomasville Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32309
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With gardens planted as early as 1923 and with amenities for the entire family, Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park can keep anybody occupied. It has hiking and horse riding trails, fishing spots, playgrounds, picnic areas and it can host weddings.
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The Tallahassee-St. Marks Historic Railroad State Trail is a 20.5 mile long trail that was once a railroad line. Visitors of the trail can partake in cycling, rollerblading and walking.
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Originally used as a paved road for the transportation of timber, the Saint Marks Trail now serves as a recreation area for biking, walking, and skating. There is also a separate horse trail in the park along with a kids playground.
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The largest forest in the state of Florida is contained with the Apalachicola National Forest, which covers 571,088 acres. In addition to the trees themselves, there are many walking and hiking trails and water-based recreational areas.
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From mountain biking to disc golf, Tom Brown Park offers visitors a variety of outdoor activities on its expansive grounds and nature trails. They also have a dog park, picnic tables, baseball fields, tennis court, and playground.
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The Lake Overstreet Trail is a trail that is approximately 5.5 miles long and takes the shape of a figure eight. Visitors of the trail can partake in cross-country running, hiking and mountain biking.
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Filled with trees and walking paths, Lake Ella Park contains a large lake with fountains and ducks. A large gazebo sits on the water's edge. There are also benches for visitors to sit on while they take in the view.
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3600 Indian Mounds Road, Tallahassee, FL 32303
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Lake Jackson Mounds Archaeological State Park is a state park that has an inhabited history dating back more than 800 years. There are a number of trails in the park and visitors can view four earthen temple mounds.