Free & Cheap Things to Do in Alton, IL

  • The list below includes 142 free or cheap things to do in or near Alton, Illinois, including 70 different types of inexpensive activities like Haunted Tours, History Museums, Bowling and Arts Centers.
  • From Great Rivers Scenic Route to Gordon Moore F Community Park the, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Alton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Louis, Florissant, Edwardsville and St. Charles.
  • The list below includes 142 free or cheap things to do in or near Alton, Illinois, including 70 different types of inexpensive activities like Haunted Tours, History Museums, Bowling and Arts Centers.
  • From Great Rivers Scenic Route to Gordon Moore F Community Park the, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Alton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Louis, Florissant, Edwardsville and St. Charles.
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Bowling 801 Belt Line Road, Collinsville, IL 62234 MoreLess Info
Host to youth and adult leagues, Camelot Bowl provides visitors with shoes rentals and a pro shop. The bowling alley has birthday party packages that include a birthday bowling pin, shoe rentals, and one game.
17.7 Miles
90% 40 votes
Historic Sites 200 South Main Street, St. Charles, MO MoreLess Info
The First Missouri State Capitol State Historic Site has two floors: the first one was used as a store, while the second one housed the state's government. They have exhibits and programs which depict the life in the early 19th century.
17.7 Miles
77% 47 votes
Haunted Tours PO Box 1872, St. Charles, MO MoreLess Info
Those looking for supernatural thrills can always appeal to the services of the St Charles Ghost Tours, which includes visiting a lost graveyard, among other places.
17.7 Miles
96% 919 votes
Historic Districts Main Street, St. Charles, MO MoreLess Info
It is always pleasant to visit the St. Charles Historic District in St. Charles, Missouri. It features a bevy of international restaurants, specialty retailers, quaint cobblestone pathways and horse-drawn carriage rides.
17.7 Miles
61% 66 votes
Horse Races 9301 Collinsville Road, Collinsville, IL 62234 MoreLess Info
Whether for betting on the horses which are running on the local track or for betting on races from all around the country, the Fairmount Park is worth the while for any horseracing enthusiast. There are 4 restaurants inside the clubhouse and a barbeque area outdoors.
17.7 Miles
33% 6 votes
Parks 500 S Riverside Drive, St. Charles, MO 63301 MoreLess Info
Located along the Missouri River, Frontier Park is a 16-acre facility featuring a 15-foot Lewis and Clark statue. The park provides a stage for events, picnic areas, benches, open green space and trails for hiking and biking.
17.8 Miles
93% 4981 votes
Specialty Museums St. Louis, MO 63103 MoreLess Info
A specialty museum, the City Museum has a variety of kid-friendly attractions. Popular attractions include the Enchanted Caves and the Skateless Park, which is also home to the world's largest pencil.
17.8 Miles
86% 516 votes
History Museums St. Louis, MO 63112 MoreLess Info
Located in Forest Park, the Missouri History Museum has permanent and temporary exhibits available. Permanent exhibits include Seeking St. Louis and the 1904 World's Fair: Looking Back at Looking Forward.
17.8 Miles
56% 16 votes
Horse Races 9301 Collinsville Road, Collinsville, IL 62234 MoreLess Info
At Fairmount Park Race Track the main attraction is watching and betting on the horse races, but visitors can also enjoy the bars and buffet. Bets go as low as $2 and there are daily drink specials and live music.
17.8 Miles
92% 305 votes
Bus Tours 999 North 2nd Street, Lumiere Place Casino, St. Louis, MO 63102 MoreLess Info
St. Louis Fun Trolley Tours features a narrated 75 to 90 minute tour of St. Louis aboard an air-conditioned trolley with bells, brass rails and cushioned seats. Visitors will see over a dozen of the city's famous landmarks.
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