- The list below includes 88 free or cheap things to do in or near Schenectady, New York, including 77 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, History Museums, Hiking Trails and Bowling.
- From Central Park Rose Garden to Plotter Kill Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Schenectady and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Albany, Saratoga Springs, Troy and Clifton Park.
Showing 61-70 of
252
0.0 Miles
Chow down on traditional Caribbean fare such as jerk chicken, bunjal curry, and fried snapper
15.5 Miles
61
The Children's Museum of Science & Technology (The Junior Museum)
SPECIAL GROUPON DEAL: Up to 50% Off at Children's Museum of Science and Technology
250 Jordan Road, Troy, NY 12180
MoreLess Info
Dedicated to cultivating curiosity and discovery in the minds of our youth, the Childrens Museum of Science and Technology (The Jr. Museum) has been accomplishing that mission for over 50 years. Exhibits include nanotechnology, weather, power generation and much more.
15.5 Miles
Part of Hudson Valley Community College, The Joseph L Bruno Stadium is a minor league baseball stadium that is home to the Tri-City ValleyCats. It offers seating for 4,500 along with luxury suites, grass seating and picnic areas.
15.8 Miles
Kinloch Park Dog Park is a small fenced in leash free dog park that is a part of the neighborhood park, Kinloch Park. The park is suitable for 3-5 medium to large sized dogs at a time.
16.4 Miles
Commemorating the great 1900's educator, The Walter Elwood Museum has preserved and collected many natural history items and ethnographic items from every corner of the world. Some exhibits include 'The Influence of Factories on a Community,' a Victorian exhibit, and many natural history exhibits.
16.4 Miles
City of Amsterdam is surrounded by the town of Amsterdam and is developed on both sides of the Mohawk River. There are several historic buildings and sites in the city that are mostly from the 19th and 20th centuries.
16.5 Miles
Imperial Lanes Bowling Center is a traditional-style bowling alley that also features cosmic bowling, complete with laser lights and music. They also feature a lounge with a full bar and food service.
17.2 Miles
Built between 1867 and 1899, the New York State Capitol was the most expensive government building of its time. It is included in the National Register of historic places, and it is the place where special programs are organized around the year, such as the Halloween Tour.
18.1 Miles
84%
198 votes
110 Avenue of the Pines, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
MoreLess Info
There are 4 galleries at the Saratoga Automobile Museum, which exhibits automobiles dating back to 1929, a hall of fame which features racing drivers, as well as a gallery dedicated to George Frayne. In here there are also organized special events and programs, such as the Spring Auto Show.
18.1 Miles
A family entertainment center, High Rollers Skate & Fun Center features a roller skating rink along with a go-kart track and batting cages. It also offers skating lessons, private event hosting and a snack bar with food and drinks.
18.2 Miles
94%
561 votes
19 Roosevelt Drive, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
MoreLess Info
Besides the spa and the pool complex, at the Saratoga Spa State Park are also found 2 golf courses, picnic areas, and approximately 12 miles of trails, opened both in the warm and in the cold season.