Free & Cheap Things to Do in Corning, NY

  • The list below includes 51 free or cheap things to do in or near Corning, New York, including 45 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Family Fun Center, Movie Theaters and Art Museum.
  • From Gaffer District to Corning Museum of Glass, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Corning and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Elmira, Horseheads, Watkins Glen and Hammondsport.
  • The list below includes 51 free or cheap things to do in or near Corning, New York, including 45 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Family Fun Center, Movie Theaters and Art Museum.
  • From Gaffer District to Corning Museum of Glass, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Corning and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Elmira, Horseheads, Watkins Glen and Hammondsport.
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16.8 Miles
91% 98 votes
Farms & Ranches Watkins Glen, NY MoreLess Info
On the 175 acres of the Farm Sanctuary more than 500 rescued animals found their true home. The visitors can tour the farm and enjoy vegan specialties, and can also prolong their stay by renting one or more of the cabins.
17.0 Miles
56% 16 votes
National & State Parks 2346 Co. Rt. 60, Elmira, NY 14901 MoreLess Info
The site of the Battle of Newtown during the Revolutionary War, Newtown Battlefield State Park is located in a wooded area and features a granite monument. The park has a playground and can be used for camping and picnics.
18.1 Miles
98% 2861 votes
National & State Parks Watkins Glen, NY MoreLess Info
The centerpiece of the park in which it is found, the Gorge at Watkins Glen State Park was created by the glaciers immediately after the Ice Age. It is basically a 400 foot-deep narrow cut in the earth, through which several waterfalls pass.
18.4 Miles
98% 2928 votes
National & State Parks Watkins Glen, NY MoreLess Info
The Watkins Glen State Park is the most popular in the Finger Lakes area, because it has a 400 foot-deep gorge, which forms 19 waterfalls. Among the amenities in here can be mentioned the picnic areas, the pavilions, the camping sites, and the playgrounds.
18.9 Miles
74% 34 votes
Camping Site 155 S. Clute Park Drive, Watkins Glen, NY 14891 MoreLess Info
Spanning 35 acres, Clute Park Campground runs along Seneca Lake and provides a boat launch into the lake. The park has areas for soccer, baseball and tennis as well as picnic areas, a skate park and playground.
19.0 Miles
100% 20 votes
Fishing 1st & Decatur, Watkins Glen, NY MoreLess Info
Summit to Stream Adventures is an outdoor adventure guide service that leads fly fishing, steelhead and salmon fishing, charter fishing, and and kayak and canoe services. The business features an experienced and knowledgeable staff.
19.8 Miles
92% 53 votes
Waterfalls Route 414, Hector, NY MoreLess Info
Featuring a series of cascades, Hector Falls is a waterfall that is over 250 tall. The falls are located right off the road, with visitors stopping on the side to take photos in front of it.
19.9 Miles
99% 375 votes
Specialty Museums Hammondsport, NY MoreLess Info
Dedicated to the man considered the father of the naval aviation, the Glenn H. Curtiss Museum has a collection of 23 aircrafts, 14 vintage motorcycles, 4 bicycles, 6 automobiles, and plenty of aircraft engines. Also, community organizations can rent the museum for events.
20.4 Miles
29% 7 votes
Art Gallery 60 Shethar Street, Hammondsport, NY 14840 MoreLess Info
The Aroma Coffee Art Gallery is a cafe that serves Mediterranean cuisine and features a variety of eclectic artwork. The food is prepared from scratch and the cafe is close to the Finger Lakes.
24.4 Miles
96% 49 votes
National & State Parks 111 Spillway Rd, Wellsboro, PA MoreLess Info
For those who love to experience wildlife in their natural habitat, Hills Creek State Park, is 407-acres of scenic woodlands and a lake. Featuring a variety of camping options, the park also has hiking trails, fishing, swimming, and activities in the winter.
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