Free & Cheap Things to Do in Roanoke, VA

  • The list below includes 40 free or cheap things to do in or near Roanoke, Virginia, including 54 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Art Museum and Breweries.
  • From Center in the Square to Read Mountain Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Roanoke and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bedford, Salem, Christiansburg and Hot Springs.
  • The list below includes 40 free or cheap things to do in or near Roanoke, Virginia, including 54 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Art Museum and Breweries.
  • From Center in the Square to Read Mountain Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Roanoke and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bedford, Salem, Christiansburg and Hot Springs.
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43.5 Miles
88% 8 votes
Libraries 2311 Memorial Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24501 MoreLess Info
The Jones Memorial Library specializes in genealogy, research and manuscripts centered on the surrounding community stretching back before the Civil War. The library and its records are open daily except Sundays and holidays.
43.6 Miles
88% 24 votes
Gardens 963 Ross Road, Lexington, VA MoreLess Info
Boxerwood Garden develops and administers year-round activities, presentations and exhibits designed to encourage closer relationships with one's self and nature. They have a mature collection of rare and native trees and shrubs including over 2,000 cultivars and 4,000 native trees.
43.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Swimming Pool 2100 Park Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24505 MoreLess Info
Spanning nearly 30 acres, Miller Park And Pool includes Lynchburg's only public outdoor pool. The park has facilities available for rent, including picnic shelters and The Aviary. The park also has sports fields and a playground.
43.9 Miles
90% 20 votes
Art Museum 1 Quinlan St, Lynchburg, VA MoreLess Info
With family programs and art contests, the Maier Museum of Art has a very strong presence in its community. It also houses an impressive collection of American art from across the last century.
44.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Playgrounds 198 Wallace Street, Lexington, VA 24450 MoreLess Info
Located within a residential neighborhood, Kidz Playce is a local playground popular among local residents. A playground structure, small mazes, and a picnic area are among the amenities offered at the park.
44.3 Miles
96% 166 votes
Cemeteries 401 Taylor St., Lynchburg, VA MoreLess Info
The oldest cemetery in the state of Virginia is the Old City Cemetery, and it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The cemetery is still in use today and also serves as a very unique public garden.
44.3 Miles
86% 14 votes
Specialty Museums 4th and Taylor Sts., Lynchburg, VA MoreLess Info
An ugly part of history, Pest House Medical Museum is the site of the smallpox quarantine hospital. When touring the building, visitors can learn about the facility and its practices via audio guides.
44.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
History Museums 1313 Pierce Street, Lynchburg, VA 24501 MoreLess Info
As the home of a Civil Rights activist, Anne Spencer House & Garden Museum gives visitors an inside glimpse to the life of the woman. The garden is open year round and is maintained by volunteers.
44.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 2270 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24503 MoreLess Info
Lynchburg's Riverside Park offers a variety of attractions, including a 1900 square foot Sprayground area with water play activities. The park also features a playground for kids as well as picnic areas.
44.4 Miles
100% 4 votes
History Museums 403 Monroe St., Lynchburg, VA MoreLess Info
The Legacy Museum of African American History is a historical museum dedicated to preserving artifacts and memorabilia related to the African American community in Lynchburg. Attractions include several exhibits on African American heritage, various educational programs, and an activity center.
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