Free & Cheap Things to Do in Watkins Glen, NY

  • The list below includes 87 free or cheap things to do in or near Watkins Glen, New York, including 55 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, Camping Site, Farms & Ranches and Race Tracks.
  • From Gorge at Watkins Glen State Park to Watkins Glen State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Watkins Glen and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Ithaca, Elmira, Corning and Penn Yan.
  • The list below includes 87 free or cheap things to do in or near Watkins Glen, New York, including 55 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, Camping Site, Farms & Ranches and Race Tracks.
  • From Gorge at Watkins Glen State Park to Watkins Glen State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Watkins Glen and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Ithaca, Elmira, Corning and Penn Yan.
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19.2 Miles
91% 210 votes
Farmers Markets 545 Third Street, Ithaca, NY 14851 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1963, the Ithaca Farmers Market has 79 vendor's pavilions and offers for sale fresh products from local farmers. In here are also found for sale handmade artworks from local artisans.
19.3 Miles
98% 64 votes
Cemeteries 1200 Walnut St, Elmira, NY 14902 MoreLess Info
Many famous people found their resting place at the Woodlawn Cemetery of Elmira, and the most well known one is Mark Twain. The cemetery was established in 1858 and it is now included in the National Register of Historic Places.
19.4 Miles
93% 124 votes
Science Museums 601 1st St, Ithaca, NY MoreLess Info
Children and adults alike are welcomed at the Sciencenter, where they can find more than 250 hand-on exhibits, various programs such as the Moto-Inventions Day, an outdoor science park, as well as a miniature golf course. There is also a gift shop on the premises.
19.4 Miles
93% 15 votes
Family Fun Center 412 Park Avenue, Corning, NY 14830 MoreLess Info
Park Avenue Sports Center is an amusement complex that offers an array of sports activities. In addition to an 18-hole minigolf course, they feature a driving range, batting cages, rock climbing, and bungee jumping areas.
19.5 Miles
100% 4 votes
Walking Tours 313 N. Cayuga Street, DeWitt Park, Ithaca, NY 14850 MoreLess Info
Ithaca History Tours is an educational tour company that offers a haunted Ithaca tour and a tour of the founding fathers of Ithaca. The tours last from 60-75 minutes and can be reserved by private groups.
19.5 Miles
67% 21 votes
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Bars 106 S. Cayuga St, Ithaca, NY 14850 MoreLess Info
Lot 10 Bar and Lounge offers guests the opportunity to enjoy music and drinks in its upstairs and downstairs bars. The location doubles as a cocktail lounge and nightclub.
19.6 Miles
93% 42 votes
Movie Theaters 120 East Greene St, Ithaca, NY MoreLess Info
Located in Ithaca, Cinemapolis Movie Theater features unique films from both independent and international film producers. A cultural center for the community, it is also frequently used for special events.
19.6 Miles
75% 4 votes
Parks Stewart Park Road, Ithaca, NY 14850 MoreLess Info
Located on Cayuga Lake, Stewart Park features a carousel along with access to the lake for fishing and swimming. The park offers facilities for baseball, softball, golf and tennis, a children's playground, a bird sanctuary and a duck pond.
19.8 Miles
86% 14 votes
History Museums 401 East State Street, Ithaca, NY 14850 MoreLess Info
The History Center is a historical museum aiming to make history meaningful by focusing on how the past has shaped the present. Attractions include a number of temporary exhibits and collections, a research library, and various educational programs.
19.9 Miles
95% 108 votes
Waterfalls 399 Lake St, Ithaca, NY MoreLess Info
Located at the south end of Cayuga Lake, Ithaca Falls Natural Area is home to a waterfall over 100 feet tall and almost 175 feet wide at its base. The area is suitable for walking on trails and fishing.
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