Free & Cheap Things to Do in South Bend, IN

  • The list below includes 75 free or cheap things to do in or near South Bend, Indiana, including 64 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Parks, Art Museum and Playgrounds.
  • From University of Notre Dame to Howard Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in South Bend and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Mishawaka, Elkhart, Plymouth and Goshen.
  • The list below includes 75 free or cheap things to do in or near South Bend, Indiana, including 64 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Parks, Art Museum and Playgrounds.
  • From University of Notre Dame to Howard Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in South Bend and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Mishawaka, Elkhart, Plymouth and Goshen.
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23.4 Miles
91% 11 votes
History Museums 123 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth, IN 46563 MoreLess Info
The Marshall County Museum features historical artifacts and memorabilia from Marshall County. A few exhibit topics include the history of Marshall County jails, early businesses in the Marshall County, and Bill Wagoner's musical career.
23.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Art Gallery 203 N Michigan Street, Plymouth, IN 46563 MoreLess Info
Featuring a new artist every month, Heartland Artists Gallery showcases art with a variety of subject matters from local artists and artisans. The gallery hosts classes that teach knitting, kirigami, and jewelry making crafts.
23.6 Miles
- 1 votes
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YMCA

Recreation Centers 1400 Fairfield Avenue, Goshen, IN 46526 MoreLess Info
A family-focused health and athletic club, the Goshen YMCA features a variety of amenities. There are weight rooms, cardio facilities, and sports courts and equipment, as well as classes and camps offered.
24.0 Miles
100% 53 votes
History Museums 2405 Indiana Avenue, LaPorte, IN MoreLess Info
Being awarded by the AAA Tour Book as the GEM Attraction in 2011, La Porte County Historical Society Museum exhibits photo collections, paintings, and a taxidermy collection, among others. There is also a gift shop on the premises.
24.9 Miles
88% 8 votes
Breweries 308 Perry Street, LaPorte, IN MoreLess Info
Backroad Brewery was LaPorte's first production craft brewery. It produces over 40 different kinds of beers annually. It is housed in a beautiful building and offers beer tasting, tours and sales of the beers.
25.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Horseback Riding 5200 South M-139, St. Joseph, MI 49085 MoreLess Info
Situated on 39 acres, Concord Ridge Equestrian Center is a facility with a multilevel barn, indoor arena, stables, and other amenities. Visitors can board their horses at the barn, or take up horseback riding lessons at beginner to advance levels.
25.6 Miles
93% 56 votes
National & State Parks 17424 Red Arrow Highway, New Buffalo, MI 47374 MoreLess Info
Overlooking the Galien River, the Galien River County Park lets visitors hike, walk along trails, and view fall leaves changing color. The park has marshland that can be accessed by boardwalk.
25.6 Miles
100% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 11630 Wilson Road, New Buffalo, MI 49117 MoreLess Info
Run by local volunteers, New Buffalo Welcome Center offers visitors a rest area with a dog park and walking path. The park has several contemporary sculptures to look at, and is within viewing distance of a lighthouse.
25.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
National & State Parks 17425 Red Arrow Highway, New Buffalo, MI 49117 MoreLess Info
Situated in a wooded area, New Buffalo Township Memorial Park features courts for basketball and bocce ball, horseshoe pits, a playground and a splash pad. The park can be used for picnics and provides a pavilion, tables and grills.
25.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
National & State Parks 17424 Red Arrow Highway, New Buffalo, MI 49117 MoreLess Info
Situated on 86 acres, Galien River County Park features upland and wetland habitats as well as views of the Galien River. The park provides trails suitable for hiking, areas for fishing and a tower overlooking the area.
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