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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20.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
History Museums 415 E Water Street, Elmira, NY 14901 MoreLess Info
Visitors can view a variety of exhibits related to the history of the Chemung Valley region at the Chemung County Historical Society. The society provides educational programming, lectures, and interactive exhibits.
20.7 Miles
33% 6 votes
Movie Theaters 40 Catherwood Road, Ithaca, NY 14850 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with 14 auditoriums, Regal Ithaca Mall Stadium 14 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers mobile ticketing, stadium seating and a concession area with food and drinks.
20.8 Miles
91% 112 votes
Specialty Shops 361 Historic Maple Avenue, Elmira, NY 14904 MoreLess Info
While it was built in 1894, the Christmas House was first opened in 1983 during the Christmas season. Among the products sold in here can be remembered the handcrafted Weeforest Folk Mice, the handcrafted Angels and Fairies, and the children's favorites, such as the Elf on the Shelf.
20.8 Miles
67% 6 votes
Marinas 2 Rte 54- E Lake Road, Penn Yan, NY 14527 MoreLess Info
Offering boat services such as storage and dockage, Morgan Marine provides visitors with direct access to Keuka Lake. At the marina, visitors can choose from a variety of pontoon and ski boats to rent.
20.9 Miles
85% 47 votes
Breweries 2994 Merritt Hill Road, Penn Yan, NY 14527 MoreLess Info
A geothermal fueled craft brewery located in Penn Yann, New York, the Abandon Brewing Company is a renovated farmhouse brewery that overlooks Keuka Lake. Belgian Golden Ale is one of the popular ales in the Abandon line-up.
21.1 Miles
- 0 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 2424 Spencer Hill Road, Corning, NY 14830 MoreLess Info
Surrounded by 250 acres of nature, Spencer Crest Nature Center provides visitors with maps of the hiking trails in the area. The center has a museum that features displays depicting the ecosystem of the surrounding park.
21.1 Miles
- 0 votes
Movie Theaters 230A Lake Street Plz, Penn Yan, NY 14527 MoreLess Info
A locally-owned cinema multiplex with three theaters, Lake Street Plaza Theatres shows first-run Hollywood movies. The theater offers discount matinees, as well as a variety of other promotions and combo options.
21.4 Miles
94% 64 votes
Hiking Trails Kueka Lake to Seneca Lake, Penn Yan, NY MoreLess Info
Nature walkers will enjoy a stroll along Keuka Lake Outlet Trail in Penn Yan. Scenic and picturesque, the trail provides great views of birds, flowers and other foliage. Along with walkers, bikers are also welcome on the trail.
21.5 Miles
100% 39 votes
Art Gallery 127 Main Street, Penn Yan, NY 14527 MoreLess Info
The Arts Center of Yates County is devoted to bringing artistic opportunities to the area. The center hosts a variety of exhibits of local and regional artists' work, and hosts workshops and special events.
21.6 Miles
89% 9 votes
History Museums 107 Chapel Street, Penn Yan, NY 14527 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to preserving and celebrating the history and culture of the Yates County area, the Yates County History Center includes multiple museums as well as a restored carriage house. The museum features permanent exhibits, archives, and genealogical materials.
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