- The list below includes 41 free or cheap things to do in or near Brownsville, Texas, including 36 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, History Museums, Nature & Wildlife Areas and Bowling.
- From Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site to Sabal Palm Sanctuary, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Brownsville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Harlingen, South Padre Island and Pueblo.
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Andy Bowie Park is located along the northern end of South Padre Island and features a wide range of outdoor activities like a nature trail, wade fishing, windsurfing areas, and bird watching. Groups can also rent facilities at the park for beach parties.
26.1 Miles
The Laguna Madre Nature Trail on South Padre Island is a destination for those who like peaceful walks and spotting local wildlife. Visitors can collect shells, take pictures, and enjoy the sound of crashing waves on the relaxing walk.
26.1 Miles
One of only one hundred Wyland Whaling Wall murals resides in South Padre. The wall shows life-size illustrations of killer whales to increase awareness of the dangers threatening marine life.
29.4 Miles
There's nothing like equestrian fun, and no one does it better than HORSES on the BEACH. Visitors can book horseback tours along the beach, parties, or even horseback weddings.
32.5 Miles
Birdwatchers and nature lovers will enjoy a visit to Estero Llano Grande State Park. Take a relaxing walk with over five miles of trails, or make use of the wildlife-viewing deck or observation deck.
33.4 Miles
Featuring glow bowling on the weekend, Pins & Cues Bowling Center offers visitors unlimited bowling on Sundays. It also has an arcade area with racing games, air hockey, billiard tables, and more.
35.0 Miles
Visit Frontera Audubon, a 15-acre nature preserve, to see birds, butterflies, snakes and reptiles. Open Tuesday through Sunday, the goal of the Frontera Audubon Society is to preserve the native habitat of the Rio Grande Valley. Children 12 and under are free.
35.3 Miles
The Weslaco Bicultural Museum is an educational museum with the vision of instilling pride and appreciation for local history into citizens. The museum offers discounted admission prices to seniors and college students.
35.3 Miles
A museum of art and history, the Weslaco Museum showcases local artistic talent and hosts traveling exhibitions of various kinds. The museum also has a little theater that screens educational films.
35.4 Miles
A public park maintained by the city of Weslaco, the Harlon Block Sports Complex features sports fields, open green space, playgrounds with slides, swings, and other equipment, and picnic facilities.