- The list below includes 40 free or cheap things to do in or near West Lafayette, Indiana, including 36 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Billiards/Pool Halls, Movie Theaters and Music Venue.
- From Purdue University to Happy Hollow Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in West Lafayette and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lafayette, Monticello and Crawfordsville.
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Known as the 'Largest Pinball Arcade' in the state, Main Street Amusements is an arcade featuring over 30 pinball machines. Visitors to the arcade commonly enjoy participating in monthly pinball tournaments and leagues throughout the year.
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The focus of the Tippecanoe Battlefield Museum is on the battle of Tippecanoe. The museum is housed in a 1852 house, built in the gothic revival architectural style, which is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
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102 S 10th Street, Lafayette, IN 47905
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There are multiple galleries at Art Museum of Greater Lafayette filled with art such as paintings, wall hangings, and vases, and they have an art studio dedicated to pottery. Additionally the gift shop features works from local artists.
1.4 Miles
Running along the Wabash River, Wabash Heritage Trail measures 13 miles and takes visitors through wooded and marshy areas with wildflowers and other plants. The trail can be used for hiking, biking, dog walking and bird watching.
1.8 Miles
Market Square Lanes is a bowling alley that is best known for its 'Cosmic Bowling' that they feature 7 nights a week. The bowling alley offers competitive bowling leagues and also has a full bar.
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Featuring 24 synthetic lanes, Star Lanes offers open and league bowling and can host private events and parties. It has a restaurant and lounge, four big screen high-definition televisions, cosmic bowling and a game room.
2.1 Miles
The McAllister Recreation Center is a public recreational facility filled with numerous amenities for visitors to enjoy. These include a fitness center, basketball court, and interactive playground for the younger guests at the facility.
2.9 Miles
The 30-acre Armstrong Park is a park that was named in honor of astronaut, Neil Armstrong. The park includes 5 lighted tennis courts, basketball courts, 3 baseball fields, and open green space and wildflower areas.
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Visitors can enjoy a 9 screen movie theater with stadium seating and digital projection at Goodrich Eastside 9. The theater airs first run films and 3D films and also offers the Met Opera and other special events.
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The Eastside 9 Theater is a move theater that offers a number of different movies and showtimes to its guests. The theater includes specials including student discounts and reward points for repeat visitors.