- The list below includes 45 free or cheap things to do in or near Marion, Iowa, including 38 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Camping Site.
- From Granger House Museum to Squaw Creek Camping, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Marion and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cedar Rapids, Coralville, Amana and Iowa City.
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The Granger House Museum is a fully restored 19th century home listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Volunteers offer guided tours and information to visitors, and the grounds regularly are used to host community events.
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Adjacent to a park, Squaw Creek Camping provides more than just campsites. Along with shower facilities and restrooms, there is also a nearby walking/hiking trail, playground and picnic area for outdoor dining.
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An art gallery, music venue, and event space, the Campbell Steele Gallery hosts bands ranging from funk groups to jazz combos. The gallery also showcases the works of local and regional artists, and hosts events.
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Open yearly during the fall, Allen's Orchard features rows of apple trees of a variety of styles and colors. Visitors may pick their own apples by the basket, as well as buy pies, ciders and jellies made on premise.
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Locally owned and operated, Collins Road Theatres is a discount movie theater multiplex that shows first and second run films as well as independents and classics. The theater also serves popcorn with real butter.
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Housed in a former Methodist church, Marion Heritage Center now serves to preserve the historical identity of the region. The center features a permanent collection of artifacts, including a model railroad display.
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Barb’s Fine Art is the art studio of Barbara Jones Prall, a professional artist who works in pencil, pastels, acrylics, watercolors, and oil paints. She also teaches art classes on a weekly basis.
1.7 Miles
There's always something exciting to do at the Planet X Family Fun Center. The establishment includes an arcade, carnival games, bumper cars, laser tag, a rock climbing wall and much more. The Planet X Family Fun Center also features a gourmet ice cream vendor and a pizzeria.
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265 Blairs Ferry Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
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Suitable for casual and league bowlers, Cedar Rapids Bowling Center features 32 synthetic bowling lanes with automatic scoring and bumpers. The center offers party hosting, 42-inch television screens, a game room, an adult lounge and a snack bar.
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Decorated in a retro style, Super Skate is a skating rink open for public skating sessions. The center provides birthday party packages that include pizza, private tables, and glow stick necklaces.