- The list below includes 138 free or cheap things to do in or near Apex, North Carolina, including 63 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Hiking Trails, Movie Theaters and Art Gallery.
- From Jordan Lake State Recreation Area to American Tobacco Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Apex and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Raleigh, Cary, Chapel Hill and Durham.
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A nationally acclaimed garden, the J.C Raulston Arboretum is located at North Carolina State University in Raleigh. The garden has been notably listed in the top ten of the '50 most stunning University gardens and arboretums' in the U.S.
9.8 Miles
The North Carolina Museum of Art features African, American, Egyptian, and European art, including 30 works by Auguste Rodin. The museum also has a 164-acre outside statue and trail area.
10.3 Miles
Featuring over 4,000 square-feet of display area, Ashley's Art Gallery showcases a wide variety of different artwork from all different artists and time periods. Visitors can view the art being displayed as well as purchase paintings and pottery.
10.3 Miles
Featuring Dolby Digital audio in all five auditoriums, Mission Valley Cinemas is a local movie theater specializing in showing the latest major Hollywood films. The theater is popular among students from the nearby NC State University campus.
10.6 Miles
While there are some outdoor elements to the State Farmers Market in Raleigh, most of the vendors and events are held in climate controlled buildings for the comfort of merchandisers and shoppers. Most of the market is held in the 30,000 square foot Farmers Building.
10.6 Miles
Located on the grounds of Bentwinds Country Club, the Bentwinds Swimming Pool is geared toward family use. The pool is outfitted with a gazebo for shelter from the sun. The pool also hosts the club's swim team.
10.7 Miles
Containing the history of the city, Museums of Fuquay-Varina consists of a schoolhouse, post office, and Centennial museum. The museums display artifacts, like furniture, quilts, and memoirs, from the past.
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105 West Spring St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
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The actual mineral spring that runs through Fuquay Mineral Spring Park was first discovered in 1858. The park itself features a restored Springhouse, brick pathway, picnic tables, footbridge, and landscaped grounds.
11.0 Miles
At Raleigh Little Theatre Rose Garden, visitors can watch a play in the outdoor amphitheater surrounded by roses. The garden grows 56 varieties of roses that start blooming late spring.
11.1 Miles
North Carolina State University is a public research university that is part of the Research Triangle with Duke University and the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill. The institution's athletic programs play in the Atlantic Coast Conference.