Free & Cheap Things to Do in Jacksonville, NC

  • The list below includes 36 free or cheap things to do in or near Jacksonville, North Carolina, including 50 different types of inexpensive activities like Family Fun Center, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Children's Play Area.
  • From Richard Ray All American Park to Spirited Art, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Jacksonville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Swansboro, Emerald Isle, Surf City and Sneads Ferry.
  • The list below includes 36 free or cheap things to do in or near Jacksonville, North Carolina, including 50 different types of inexpensive activities like Family Fun Center, Movie Theaters, Bowling and Children's Play Area.
  • From Richard Ray All American Park to Spirited Art, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Jacksonville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Swansboro, Emerald Isle, Surf City and Sneads Ferry.
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43.5 Miles
93% 107 votes
Visitor Centers 150 Turner St., Beaufort, NC 28516 MoreLess Info
With curious cemetery gardens and high community involvement, Beaufort Historic Site Visitor Center and Museum is a look into art and the spirit of the area. Locals and visitors make sure to attend the art walk to honor local artists and snag some deals at the Jumble Sale.
43.5 Miles
92% 13 votes
Bus Tours 150 Turner Street, Beaufort, NC 28516 MoreLess Info
Beaufort Historic Site Double-Decker Bus Tour offers patrons the opportunity to see Beaufort’s historic district from atop a 1967 English double-decker bus. Guests will hear local narrators tell tales of Beaufort’s rich past of pirates, star-crossed lovers and Confederate spies.
43.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Military Museums 400 Front St Ste 12, Beaufort, NC 28516 MoreLess Info
Filled with local maritime memorabilia, The North Carolina Maritime Museum provides visitors with a permanent collection depicting the history of the region. The museum displays artifacts like whale fossils, miniature ship replicas, and more.
43.6 Miles
96% 286 votes
Cemeteries Ann Street, Beaufort, NC 28516 MoreLess Info
Rich in the town's history and lore, the Beaufort Burying Ground contains the graves of many notable North Carolinians, especially those involved in the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. The cemetery is now maintained by the Beaufort Historical Association.
43.6 Miles
92% 671 votes
Gardens 300 Airlie Road, Wilmington, NC 28403 MoreLess Info
The beautiful Airlie Gardens offers a 1.2-mile nature trail set among 50,000 azaleas, and 100,000 seasonal bulbs. The garden is often used for special event photography, as well as weddings.
43.6 Miles
82% 45 votes
Pirate Tours 600 Front Street, Beaufort, NC MoreLess Info
Beaufort Pirate Adventures is an excursion company that provides tours of the Crystal Coast. The company has a pirate club that offers special discounts on boat tours for adults and children.
43.7 Miles
84% 90 votes
Haunted Tours Boardwalk, Beaufort, NC 28516 MoreLess Info
Experience the spooky side of Beaufort, North Carolina on the Beaufort Ghost Walk. This guided walking tour is conducted after dark, and takes tourists to the most haunted locations in the city. This chilling tour is perfect for history buffs and everyone who enjoys being a little scared.
43.9 Miles
96% 284 votes
Historic Sites 400 block of Ann Street, Beaufort, NC 28516 MoreLess Info
The Beaufort Historic Site Old Burying Ground is the oldest cemetery in the town of Beaufort. It is a part of the 300 year history of the community and was established in the early 1700s.
44.1 Miles
96% 169 votes
Gardens 6206 Oleander Dr., Wilmington, NC MoreLess Info
Located in Wilmington, North Carolina, the New Hanover County Arboretum highlights seven acres of gardens. Classes are featured for individuals who are interested in becoming Master Gardeners. A Master Gardener Clinic is featured for diagnosing plant problems as well.
46.0 Miles
88% 160 votes
History Museums 814 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 MoreLess Info
Cape Fear Museum is the oldest history museum in North Carolina, and contains more than 52,000 artifacts, although visitors see just a small fraction of those. The museum contains exhibits on Michael Jordan, North Carolina natural history, transportation and history of the region, and the city's racial history.
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