Free & Cheap Things to Do in Salem, SC

  • The list below includes 66 free or cheap things to do in or near Salem, South Carolina, including 83 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, Art Gallery, History Museums and Fishing.
  • From Devils Fork State Park to Oconee Station State Historic Site, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Salem and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Highlands, Walhalla, Clemson and Clayton.
  • The list below includes 66 free or cheap things to do in or near Salem, South Carolina, including 83 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, Art Gallery, History Museums and Fishing.
  • From Devils Fork State Park to Oconee Station State Historic Site, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Salem and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Highlands, Walhalla, Clemson and Clayton.
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History Museums 1 Historic Courthouse Sq, Ste 400, Hendersonville, NC 28792 MoreLess Info
The Henderson Cty Heritage Museum is a historical museum that collects, exhibits, and preserves a collection of cultural artifacts from the inception of Henderson County. The museum has six rooms that span 2,000-sqft.
41.5 Miles
88% 89 votes
Children's Museums 318 N. Main Street, Hendersonville, NC 28792 MoreLess Info
Kids love Hands On! A Child's Gallery, a children's museum that encourages touching the exhibits. Children and their parents learn about science, nature and basic life skills through interactive presentations and touchable displays. Children younger than 1 receive free admission.
41.5 Miles
92% 143 votes
Science Museums 400 North Main Street, Hendersonville, NC 28792 MoreLess Info
Hendersonville's Mineral & Lapidary Museum is a mecca for rockhounds throughout the United States. The museum contains thousands of mineral and gem specimens, including many that were unearthed locally. It is also known for its fossil collection.
41.5 Miles
90% 40 votes
Movie Theaters 38 North Main Street, Waynesville, NC 28786 MoreLess Info
Live music, second-run movies, and classic films are among the attractions that bring individuals to The Strand at 38 Main, a cinema and music venue. The venue seats 412 individuals and is housed in a historic building constructed in 1945.
41.5 Miles
75% 4 votes
Art Gallery 21 N Main Street, Waynesville, NC 28786 MoreLess Info
Located in Downtown Waynesville, Earthworks Gallery displays artwork in a variety of mediums that depict nature. On Saturday nights, children are invited to paint with their parents in front of the gallery.
41.5 Miles
95% 59 votes
Aquariums 511 N. Main Street, Hendersonville, NC 28792 MoreLess Info
Team ECCO Ocean Center & Aquarium features over 75 species of fish and reptiles in 20 displays. Animals that can be seen there include red footed tortoises, stingrays, eels, lions, lizards, sharks and spider crabs.
41.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Art Gallery 15 N Main Street, Waynesville, NC 28786 MoreLess Info
Featuring the work of a local artist, Pennington T Art Gallery displays the colored pencil drawings that depict regional landmarks like Cold Mountain and Grandfather Mountain. All of her work can be purchased with custom framing.
41.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Art Gallery 98 N Main Street, Waynesville, NC 28786 MoreLess Info
From clay pottery to wire jewelry, Twigs & Leaves offers a variety of nature themed art pieces for visitors to view. The gallery showcases the work of over 145 regional artists.
41.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Visitor Centers 1110 Soco Road, Waynesville, NC 28751 MoreLess Info
The Haywood County Tourism Visitors Center has a wealth of information available for visitors to the area. It features brochures and flyers about local attractions, and a knowledgeable and helpful staff to answer questions.
41.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 93 N Main Street, Waynesville, NC 28786 MoreLess Info
Featuring regularly rotating exhibits, Mainstreet Artists Co-op showcases the crafts and artwork of various local artists. Visitors can meet the artists at receptions or at their art stall where they sell their pieces.
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