- The list below includes 56 free or cheap things to do in or near Madera, California, including 47 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Skating Rinks and Billiards/Pool Halls.
- From Lions Town & Country Park to Millview Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Madera and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Fresno and Clovis.
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34.2 Miles
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49269 Golden Oak Dr, Oakhurst, CA 93644
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Children's Museum of the Sierra offers children the opportunity to explore and create through hands-on activities. Patrons can view a wide range of exhibits and visit the gift shop. The 4000 square foot museum is open year round.
34.5 Miles
A historic village and park area, Fresno Flats Historical Park recreates 19th Century life in the Central California mountains. It features reconstructed homes from the era, a variety of period-accurate buildings, and a costumed staff of reenactors.
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The Yosemite Visitors Center is an information center that provides guidance and advice to those visiting the area. The center offers a wealth of information about local attractions, and also serves food and drinks.
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The Merced Dog Park is a recreational park for dogs that features two different areas for small and large dogs. The park is mostly flat and includes drinking fountains, garbage cans, and doggie bag dispensers.
34.8 Miles
Situated next to a man-made reservoir, Yosemite Lake Recreation Area offers a small beach and water access suitable for swimming, fishing and boating. The area provides a pier, barbecue pits, a basketball court, picnic tables and grassy areas.
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Showing a mixing of the latest blockbuster hits and classic movies, Met Cimena is a members only theater that serves the local community. The theater has a special plan where visitors can see unlimited movies by purchasing a monthly plan.
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5005 Fairgrounds Road, Mariposa, CA 95338
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California State Mining & Mineral Museum has a wide array of rocks and minerals, and contains an exhibit of a gold mineshaft dug into the museum. Throughout the year they feature special exhibits like gem shows and rare gold nuggets.
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Williams Gallery West showcases a wide variety of folk art, from regional to international artists. Among this artwork, visitors can purchase jewelry, glassware, pottery, paintings, fine art prints, and other pieces.
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7376 S. Wolfsen Road, On State Hwy 59, then 8 miles west on Sandy Mush Road, Merced, CA 93635
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The Merced National Wildlife Refuge encompasses 10,258 acres of vernal pools, native grasslands and wetlands. This area provides a habit for ground squirrels, long-tailed weasels, cottontail rabbits, burrowing owls, coyotes and much more.
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The California State Mining and Mineral Museum is dedicated to educating guests on the rich state's mining history and the methods used to mine. There are numerous exhibits, including several hundred minerals and authentic gold nuggets.