- The list below includes 24 free or cheap things to do in or near Wichita, Kansas, including 25 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Bowling, Art Museum and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
- From Arkansas River Trail to Sedgwick Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Wichita.
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Escape Room games at Escapology offer an experience for gamers, families, businesses
4.1 Miles
The longest and most highly used trail in Wichita, the Arkansas River Trail is a great place for physical fitness or just to get a breath of fresh air. Run, skate, or bike along the trail with access to the zoo, ice rink, stadium, and various museums.
5.2 Miles
Every child's idea of a great afternoon, Sedgwick Park is chock full of climbing gyms, slides, and swings. Reserve a shelter for a family gathering and watch the children enjoy tromping around the safe and well maintained park.
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A multi-purpose outdoor space, Chapin Dog Park can be enjoyed by the entire family. Along with a fenced in area for dogs to run and play, both walking and mountain biking trails are available.
1.6 Miles
The large collection of themed gardens known as Botanica is found within Sim Park. Each garden is cultivated to embrace a certain look or style, and special events are held thoroughout the year.
5.2 Miles
Give back to the earth with Great Plains Nature Center. The organization can set you up with meaningful volunteer opportunities or you can just come and enjoy the wildlife and artworks from local enthusiasts.
1.4 Miles
Rather than a simple collections-based museum, Old Cowtown Museum is an interactive experience. Visitors are able to learn about the rural 1800s through living history and historical reinactments which take place in a replica Old West town and farm.
0.9 Miles
Visit the Kansas Wildlife Exhibit to see over 25 different mammal species. The healthy and comfortable animals reside in habitats designed to suit their needs and reflect their natural living conditions.
6.6 Miles
A 17-screen movie theater, 21st Street Warren displays first-run feature films using digital projection and sound. It offers stadium seating, an IMAX auditorium, a diner and an enclosed 'Cry Room' for parents with children in select auditoriums.
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The Starlite Drive-In is the last drive-in theater in Wichita. It has its own snack-bar, with plenty of fast-foods and other refreshments to choose from.