- The list below includes 141 free or cheap things to do in or near Waukesha, Wisconsin, including 75 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Bike Paths and Children's Play Area.
- From Fox River Park to Minooka Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Waukesha and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Milwaukee, Cedarburg, Oconomowoc and Franklin.
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This is an award winning 20-acre botanical garden that has a visitor's center, themed gardens, a gift shop and rental facilities for special occasions. A calendar of events includes plant sales.
45.7 Miles
Recreating a more innocent time, the McHenry Theater is the ideal place to bring the family on a summer evening. Two movies can be viewed at the outdoor movie theater for one low price.
45.8 Miles
Located in Zion, Illinois, the Illinois Beach State Park features camping, hiking, kayaking, cycling and boating. The park stretches for approximately 6.5 miles along Lake Michigan. The campground features 241 Class-A premium sites, each with electrical and shower access.
45.9 Miles
Owned and operated by the City of Janesville, the Janesville Ice Arena hosts the Janesville Jets, a hockey team. The rink also hosts youth and adult hockey leagues, figure skating, public skating, and special events.
46.1 Miles
The Gurnee Aquatic Park is a local water park that offers fun and entertainment to its guests. Visitors commonly enjoy swimming and doing other water related activities at the water park.
46.2 Miles
Rivers Edge Bowl offers 24 lanes of bowling with electronic scoring. The alley offers open bowling, glow bowling, tournament play, and league play. The facility also hosts birthday parties, group gatherings, and special events.
46.2 Miles
Visitors can enjoy a variety of open trails for hiking, bicycling, and running at Rollins Savanna, a large forest preserve. A section of the 3.5 mile main trail loop is devoted to bird watching.
46.2 Miles
A part of the Grayslake Park District, Molly's Pond is a small pond that is a popular spot for boating, fishing and ice fishing. The pond is also adjacent to hiking trails.
46.4 Miles
There are more than 16,000 square feet of trampolines available at Jump America, including in here the dodge-ball course and the foam pit. There is a special area for little children as well.
46.4 Miles
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426 N. Jackson St., Janesville, WI 53548
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This museum is housed in the Stanley Dexter Tallman prairie style house from 1912, made famous for Abraham Lincoln spending 2 nights there. The Lincoln Tallman House ticketing and visitors center reside here. Tours take about an hour and a half and there is no food or beverages for purchase.