Free & Cheap Things to Do in Carlisle, PA

  • The list below includes 60 free or cheap things to do in or near Carlisle, Pennsylvania, including 69 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Bowling, Colleges & Universities and Cooking Classes.
  • From Dickinson College to Kings Gap Environmental Education & Training Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carlisle and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, Shippensburg and Middletown.
  • The list below includes 60 free or cheap things to do in or near Carlisle, Pennsylvania, including 69 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Bowling, Colleges & Universities and Cooking Classes.
  • From Dickinson College to Kings Gap Environmental Education & Training Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Carlisle and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, Shippensburg and Middletown.
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35.0 Miles
100% 8 votes
Mountains Emmitsburg, MD MoreLess Info
As a replica of a French shrine, National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes displays a variety of stones statues of revered saints of the Catholic tradition. There is a cave-like structure where visitors can light candles and pray.
35.1 Miles
83% 12 votes
Pubs 5 West Main Street, Emmitsburg, MD 21727 MoreLess Info
The Ott House Pub is a family opened and operated tavern that opened in 1970. The pub features an extensive selection of draft beers and hosts live music entertainment and other events.
35.5 Miles
95% 101 votes
Historic Sites 333 South Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg, MD 21727 MoreLess Info
National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first native-born U.S. citizen to be canonized by the Roman Catholic Church, is a local religious site and education center which commemorates her life and work.
35.7 Miles
98% 62 votes
Historic Sites 16825 South Seton Avenue, Emmitsburg, MD 21727 MoreLess Info
Built in 1981, the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial was constructed as a tribute to the firefighters who lost their lives while on duty. Located within the campus of the National Fire Academy, the memorial also contains a separate monument for the 9/11 firefighters.
37.0 Miles
95% 103 votes
Historic Sites 16300 Old Emmitsburg Road, Emmitsburg, MD 21727 MoreLess Info
The National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, dating back to late 19th century, is one of the oldest surviving American replicas of the French shrine and is surrounded by beautiful gardens.
37.0 Miles
87% 15 votes
Colleges & Universities 16300 Old Emmitsburg Road, Emmitsburg, MD 21727 MoreLess Info
Mount St. Mary's College and Seminary is a historic Catholic liberal arts college nestled in the Catoctin Mountains. A large golden statue of the Virgin Mary provides a memorable landmark. It also hosts a seminary and St. Mary's Grotto.
37.6 Miles
- 1 votes
Horseback Riding 761 Kames Hill Road, Columbia, PA 17512 MoreLess Info
Glide Ride Stables offers horseback trail rides on Tennessee walking horses and Kentucky mountain saddle horses. The stable specializes in personal experiences as they only take one or two riders out at a time.
38.0 Miles
75% 933 votes
Family Fun Center 301 Linden Street, Columbia, PA 17512 MoreLess Info
The Turkey Hill Experience is a self-guided, interactive activity that provides opportunities to engage with ice cream making and the dairy process. Milk a mechanical cow, design a virtual ice cream flavor, and bring it to life in the Taste Lab.
38.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Kayaking 41 Walnut Street, Columbia, PA 17512 MoreLess Info
Situated next to the Susquehanna River, Chiques Rock Outfitters has canoes, kayaks, and bikes available for rent. The rentals include paddles, life vests, and a basic training session before visitors can head out on the water.
38.2 Miles
- 1 votes
Art Gallery 239 Poplar Street, Columbia, PA 17512 MoreLess Info
An art gallery, Hobday's Artwork & Company features the art of Marilyn Hobday, as well as of several other area artists. The gallery displays and sells a variety of artwork, and maintains an online shop.
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