- The list below includes 84 free or cheap things to do in or near Placerville, California, including 85 different types of inexpensive activities like Farms & Ranches, History Museums, Forests and Camping Site.
- From Eldorado National Forest to Hangtown Gold Bug Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Placerville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Folsom, El Dorado Hills, Orangevale and Roseville.
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5301 Price Ave, McClellan Park, North Highlands, CA 95652
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At California Foundry History Museum, visitors can learn about the industrial and agricultural history of the region. The interior of the museum looks like a factory, with exhibits containing artifacts from the early 20th century.
32.5 Miles
2600 Watt Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95821
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Country Club Lanes is a large venue offering bowling and laser tag. They sometimes have deals, such as $10 for all-you-can-bowl.
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11120 Bradley Ranch Road, Elk Grove, CA 95624
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The Brookside Equestrian Park is an equestrian center that offers a number of amenities and services for horses and their owners to enjoy. Horse boarding, riding lessons, shows, and an on-site restaurant are among the amenities and services available.
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Capital Confections makes creative and handmade chocolates. Their sculptures made of white chocolate are veritable works of art.
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10791 E. Empire St, Grass Valley, CA 95945
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From 1850 to it closing in 1956, the Empire Mine State Historic Park produced more than 5.8 million ounces of gold. The park still contains many of the original mine buildings, the owner's cottage, mining tunnels and a restored garden.
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For a look at one of the richest and largest gold mines in California, visitors check out Bourne Cottage. The mine was closed in 1956 after producing over 5 million ounces of gold and now guests can enjoy tours of the area.
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Built by bowlers, Prosperity Lanes offers recreational and league bowling and is open seven days a week. The facility features a bar and grill, pro shop, special events and accommodations for parties.
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Sacramento's American River Bicycle Trail is a cyclist's dream. The 32-mile paved route stretches from Sacramento to Folsom, and is popular with recreational bikers and commuters. The trail is scrupulously maintained and free of gaping potholes, cracks and other faults.
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Originally built in 1865 as an orphanage for children who lost parents in mining accidents, the Grass Valley Museum contains furniture, clothing, photographs and other artifacts from the Gold Rush era. It is open mid-April through mid-October.
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The Del Oro Theatre features movies as well as live performances such as 'The Nutcracker'. The theatre has a movie club, features live opera performances, and also has 9 auditoriums that are fitted with state-of-the-art sound and picture technology.