- The list below includes 116 free or cheap things to do in or near Matthews, North Carolina, including 69 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Recreation Centers and Hiking Trails.
- From Stallings Park to Four Mile Creek Greenway - Matthews, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Matthews and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Rock Hill, Concord, Charlotte and Huntersville.
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15222 York Road, Charlotte, NC 28278
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McDowell Nature Center & Preserve is over 1,107 acres and features 7 miles of walking trails and a 56-site campground. They have playgrounds, picnic areas and opportunities to see over 100 species of birds and other wildlife.
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Walkers and bicyclists alike can take advantage of Riverwalk Community's Piedmont Medical Center Trail. Offering scenic river views and park amenities like benches and pet stations, it connects easily to other nearby trails.
17.3 Miles
The staff at Canaan Zipline Canopy Tour is dedicated to introducing their guests to adventure from on high. Since 2004, visitors have chosen from a variety of zipline packages, including a 3-hour expedition over 9 lines between 100-year old oaks and across the Catawba River.
17.4 Miles
Catawba Cultural Center is a collection and celebration of Catawba Indian Nation history. Visitors can view exhibits full of historical tribal artifacts, tools and pottery, and learn the history of the people straight from direct Catawba ancestors.
17.5 Miles
A movie theater multiplex that shows primarily first run Hollywood films, the AMC Concord Mills 24 features stadium seating, digital video and sound, an expanded concessions menu, and a variety of other amenities.
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8111 Concord Mills Parkway, Concord, NC 28027
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With 5,000 varieties of marine life to observe, SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord Aquarium offers interactive displays for visitors to explore. One of the most popular attractions is a glass tunnel inside a tank where visitors can watch fish swim around them.
17.7 Miles
Shopping is always fun at Concord Mills Mall in Concord, North Carolina. Its huge campus includes national anchor stores, prominent clothing boutiques and local vendors. There is also an aquarium on the premesis.
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Operated and managed by Cabarrus County, Frank Liske Park offers a variety of activities and amenities for the public to enjoy. This includes game facilities for volleyball, soccer and tennis, along with a fishing pond, playground and miniature golf.
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The Harbortowne Marina is a full service boat yard that feature a three bay shop, a barge terminal, a bath house, and a storage yard. The marina also has an 80-ton lift and two 30-ton lifts.
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The Muddy River Distillery is a rum distillery that makes rum using three ingredients, yeast, premium grade molasses, and sugar from South Carolina. The facility ferments the rum for 2 weeks.