- The list below includes 24 free or cheap things to do in or near Rome, New York, including 34 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Mini Golf and Movie Theaters.
- From Fort Stanwix National Monument to Liberty Gardens/Thron Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Rome and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Utica.
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42.1 Miles
Constructed by George Clarke in the 1800s, historic Hyde Hall is an extensive country house containing family quarters, staff quarters, a farm complex, and parkland. Collections inside the house include antique furniture, portraits, and silver antique dining ware.
42.1 Miles
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36 votes
Riverside Drive, Old Forge, NY 13420
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Opened in 1979, Tickner's Moose River Canoe Trips is a service that offers canoe rentals and tours on the scenic Moose River. Visitors commonly enjoy exploring the river on by-the-hour, half-day, or full-day trips with the rental boats provided.
43.6 Miles
A living history museum, the Farmer's Museum tells the story of the rural trades and skills from the 19th century, in a completely restored b1845 village. In here is also found a 1982 carousel, a petting zoo, as well as the Cardiff Giant.
43.6 Miles
Besides the James Fenimore Cooper memorabilia displayed permanently, the Fenimore Art Museum also has a collection of American and Native American works of art. The programs organized all around the year include lectures and workshops.
43.7 Miles
Fishing and swimming are the most popular activities at Otsego Lake. The lake stretches for 9 miles and is featured in some of James Fenimore Cooper's novels.
44.0 Miles
Visitors can experience guided white water rafting trips on the Black, Salmon, and Hudson rivers with Whitewater Challengers. They also offer other activities which include bike rides, guided hikes, camping, paintball and disc golf.
44.2 Miles
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59 votes
4604 State Hwy 28, Cooperstown, NY 13326
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The 18-hole course at Barnyard Swing Miniature Golf is built around a western theme and features water elements and drop down holes. The mini golf course is accompanied by a laser tag arena in a real barn and a gem panning experience.
44.3 Miles
Located near Cooperstown's Main Street, Lakefront Park features a nature walk with benches for people to sit and enjoy the lake. There is a bronze statue of a man and his dog on the trail.
44.4 Miles
48%
79 votes
99 Main Street, Cooperstown, NY 13326
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The American Baseball Experience/ Heroes of Baseball Wax Museum features life size wax statues of over 30 all-time baseball greats. It also features a bloopers theater, an array of baseball memorabilia, and a gift shop.