- The list below includes 50 free or cheap things to do in or near The Villages, Florida, including 73 different types of inexpensive activities like Recreation Centers, Movie Theaters, Art Gallery and Sports Facilities/Fields.
- From Eisenhower Regional Recreation Center to Seabreeze Recreation Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in The Villages and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Ocala, Mount Dora, Inverness and New Smyrna Beach.
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For over 70 years, the Marion Theatre has served as an elegant film and show theater. The venue currently offers showing of independent and artistic films along with unique theater presentations throughout the year.
19.7 Miles
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55 votes
3100 South Old Floral City Road, Inverness, FL 34450
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Fort Cooper State Park is home to the crystal waters of Lake Holathlikaha and a fort for the First Georgia Battalion of Volunteers. The historic spot now offers camping, picnicking, hiking, birding, and more.
19.8 Miles
The Appleton Museum of Art has a permanent collection of European works of art, dating back to the 17th century. It has an after-hours program which involves live music and dancing, accompanied by local restaurants specialties sampling.
19.8 Miles
Also known as the Silver Spring State Park, the Silver Springs River encompasses several dozens of springs and many miles of trails connecting them. Picnic areas, camping sites, a museum, cabanas and boat tours are available on the grounds, among many other things.
19.8 Miles
The heart of the Big Scrub is protected through the Juniper Prairie Wilderness. Camping is the most common activity, but the site also features a recreaitonal center for a small fee.
20.0 Miles
Built as a peaceful oasis tailored to the South Florida climate, Sholom Park is a relaxing space with a variety of amenities. It offers a wide variety of plants and wildlife on view, and extensive walking and hiking trails.
20.2 Miles
Treat your furry family member to a vacation at Bark Central Dog Park. Features of the park include separate small and large dog areas, training yards, a thorough screening for every dog, and 15 acres of off leash areas.
20.5 Miles
90%
770 votes
MM 47.5, behind Porky's Restaurant on the Bayside, Marathon, FL
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Maximize the fun of any vacation by spending the day with Spirit Snorkeling. Snorkel along the third largest barrier reef in the world and swim among exotic tropical fish, great for beginners and non-swimmers as well.
20.5 Miles
Located on Lake Henderson, Wallace Brooks Park can be used for biking, walking, fishing, kayaking and canoeing. The park features a children's playground, picnic tables, grills, restroom facilities and an area for shuffleboard.
20.6 Miles
Open seasonally, Citrus County Speedway is a racetrack where racing fans can see all types of stock cars as well as special auto events like demolition derbies. Pit concession is open every Friday night.