Free & Cheap Things to Do in Oak Ridge, TN

  • The list below includes 49 free or cheap things to do in or near Oak Ridge, Tennessee, including 74 different types of inexpensive activities like Off Road & ATV, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Art Gallery.
  • From Haw Ridge Park to American Museum of Science & Energy, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Oak Ridge and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Knoxville, Maryville, Hartford and Townsend.
  • The list below includes 49 free or cheap things to do in or near Oak Ridge, Tennessee, including 74 different types of inexpensive activities like Off Road & ATV, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Art Gallery.
  • From Haw Ridge Park to American Museum of Science & Energy, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Oak Ridge and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Knoxville, Maryville, Hartford and Townsend.
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38.1 Miles
50% 219 votes
Tubing 8303 Highway 73, Townsend, TN MoreLess Info
Choose from one of three river routes, or ride all three, at River Rage, Townsend's most affordable tubing destination. Shuttles take riders to their entry points and meet them at the end, guests can also enjoy a meal at Little River BBQ.
38.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Gardens 411 Bethel Church Rd, Townsend, TN MoreLess Info
Hedgewood Gardens is an extensive and varied wildflower garden. The garden features more than 500 species of wild flowers, and offers wild flowers for visitors to purchase as well as walking paths.
38.4 Miles
90% 174 votes
History Museums 123 Cromwell Drive, Townsend, TN 37882 MoreLess Info
Preserving the history and culture of the earliest inhabitants of the region, the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center has something for everyone. Visitors, young and old, can enjoy guided tours, museum, and historic village featuring 11 complete period buildings.
38.5 Miles
Featuring over 2 miles of cable, Wahoo Ziplines can help adventure-seekers reach speeds of up to 40 mph as they soar through a canopy of trees. Guests can rent luxury cabins for a longer stay or just book the zipline experience of a lifetime.
38.6 Miles
91% 32 votes
Amusement Parks (All Ages) 2492 Winfield Dunn Pkwy, Kodak, TN 37764 MoreLess Info
Several adventure activities are offered at Adrenaline Park. The site is actually home to the longest zip lines over water in North America and features jet boat tours, relaxed cruises, a glass-bottom sky bridge, and gift shop with adjoining snack bar.
38.7 Miles
93% 1838 votes
Specialty Shops 2320 Winfield Dunn Parkway, Sevierville, TN 37876 MoreLess Info
Founded in the early 1970's, Smoky Mountain Knife Works, is far more than a large, retail knife outlet. Visitors can watch knives being made, explore the knife museum, see demonstrations and much more, this is an outdoor enthusiasts dream.
39.0 Miles
68% 101 votes
Flea Markets 1907 Winfield Dunn Pkwy, Sevierville, TN 37876 MoreLess Info
A family attraction in the Smoky Mountains, Flea Traders Paradise Mall and Flea Market offers an array of vendors and products. In between shopping, there is an onsite café where breakfast, lunch and snacks can be enjoyed.
39.0 Miles
75% 4 votes
Karaoke Bar 31 Confederate Road, Crossville, TN 38571 MoreLess Info
Mega-Bites Karaoke Lounge is a restaurant, bar, club, and music venue that specializes in karaoke. The facility also hosts live music, as well as events like amateur poker and pool tournaments.
39.1 Miles
92% 499 votes
Visitor Centers 1 Cades Cove Loop Road, Townsend, TN 37882 MoreLess Info
Your first stop when traveling to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, should be a visit to Cades Cove Visitor Center. From here, you can plan your trip into the most popular area of the park, see a Ranger-led program, see the historic Grist mill, and more.
39.3 Miles
88% 590 votes
Horseback Riding 10018 Campground Drive, Townsend, TN 37882 MoreLess Info
The only authorized stables in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, Cades Cove Riding Stables, is your best choice for horseback riding fun. Guests can enjoy the magnificent splendor of the park on guided horseback, carriage, or hay rides.
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