Free & Cheap Things to Do in Asheboro, NC

  • The list below includes 35 free or cheap things to do in or near Asheboro, North Carolina, including 59 different types of inexpensive activities like Aviation Museums, Specialty Museums, Movie Theaters and Music Venue.
  • From N.C. Aviation Museum to American Classic Motorcycle Museum, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Asheboro and in nearby cities within 25 miles like High Point, Greensboro, Seagrove and Lexington.
  • The list below includes 35 free or cheap things to do in or near Asheboro, North Carolina, including 59 different types of inexpensive activities like Aviation Museums, Specialty Museums, Movie Theaters and Music Venue.
  • From N.C. Aviation Museum to American Classic Motorcycle Museum, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Asheboro and in nearby cities within 25 miles like High Point, Greensboro, Seagrove and Lexington.
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44.7 Miles
Children's Museums 123 (Suite B) W. Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516 MoreLess Info
Fun and interactive, Kidzu Children's Museum offers a variety of activities to enhance the education of both children and adults. Programs include hands-on learning in the areas of art, theater, music, health and nutrition.
44.7 Miles
86% 202 votes
National & State Parks 280 State Park Road, Apex, NC 27502 MoreLess Info
Jordan Lake State Recreation Area features 14,000 acres of water and activities for people of all ages. Visitors can enjoy hiking, windsurfing, wildlife and bird watching, boating, camping, and more.
44.8 Miles
90% 112 votes
Art Museum Columbia and Franklin Sts., Chapel Hill, NC MoreLess Info
Located on the campus of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the Ackland Art Museum is a locus of artistic and creative activity and appreciation. Admission is free, and donations are gratefully accepted.
44.8 Miles
81% 27 votes
Movie Theaters 123 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 MoreLess Info
Showing a mix of independent films and blockbuster hits, Varsity Theatre offers popcorn with real butter. They typically show 2 movies at a time. Visitors can rent out the theater for fundraisers, birthday parties, and other events.
44.8 Miles
79% 19 votes
Lake 280 State Park Road, Apex, NC 27523 MoreLess Info
Featuring nearly 14,000 acres of water, Jordan Lake State Recreation Area provides water access for fishing, swimming and boating. The park also offers children's playgrounds, hiking trails, campgrounds, sheltered picnic areas and barbecue grills.
44.8 Miles
100% 9 votes
Observatories & Planetariums 250 E Franklin St, CB 3480, Chapel Hill, NC 27599 MoreLess Info
Both permanent and traveling science exhibits are presented at the Morehead Planetarium & Science Center. The shows within planetarium vary throughout the month and cover special presentations of nature documentaries along with standard astronomy shows.
44.9 Miles
96% 365 votes
Colleges & Universities 250 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill, NC MoreLess Info
The historic University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill was the first public university in the United States. The campus of this respected research university is lush and inviting, making it a lovely place for an afternoon stroll.
45.0 Miles
85% 196 votes
Botanical Gardens The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599 MoreLess Info
An institution of the University of North Carolina, the North Carolina Botanical Garden is a sensory delight full of fragrant flowers, majestic trees and a profusion of beautiful flowering plants.
45.0 Miles
91% 127 votes
Observatories & Planetariums Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27599 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to the beauty of the stars, the Morehead Planetarium in Chapel Hill, North Carolina is located in coveted 'dark sky country,' enabling its telescopes to see much more than those in areas with greater light pollution. The Planetarium is open throughout the year and offers special programs for kids.
45.2 Miles
90% 58 votes
Botanical Gardens Cameron Ave. and Raleigh St., Chapel Hill, NC MoreLess Info
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill own and manages the beautiful Coker Arboretum. This botanical garden is free to the public and is a wonderful place to enjoy a relaxed weekend afternoon with family and friends.
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