- The list below includes 31 free or cheap things to do in or near Waterloo, Iowa, including 30 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Bowling, Music Venue and Botanical Gardens.
- From Cedar Valley Nature Trail to State Park-George Wyth Memorial, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Waterloo and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cedar Falls.
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With five acres of clean, well-kept land, Holmes Park is an ideal destination for a sunny afternoon. Amenities include a playground, a shelter with picnic equipment, swings, a play field, and open space for group activities.
29.7 Miles
98%
59 votes
2611 Quasqueton Diagonal Blvd., Independence, IA 50644
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The central feature of Cedar Rock State Park (Lowell Walter Residence) is the home, which was designed by famed American architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Tours are available every day and are essential for architecture buffs.
42.1 Miles
Open by appointment only, Binford House offers visitors a guided tour of a 19th century mansion. Registered with the National Register of Historic Places, the mansion features decor and artifacts from the era.
42.3 Miles
At 55 feet tall, the Big Treehouse has over 5,000 feet of floor space. With all of the modern amenities, guests can enjoy the 13 porch swings as well as a Shady Oaks Museum as they enjoy the guided tour.
42.3 Miles
Perfect Setting the is a local art gallery specializing in displaying works from over 60 artists from the state. Paintings, glassware, ceramics, wood carvings, and textiles are among the many mediums of artwork available at the gallery.
42.7 Miles
As a community art center, Central Iowa Art Association offers a variety of art workshops for both adults and children. These classes include drawing, acrylic painting, fiber art, and more.
42.7 Miles
The Marshalltown Speedway is a raceway that offers discounted ticketing options to children under the age of 11 and senior citizens ages 65 and up. The facility holds modified and stock car races.
43.4 Miles
Featuring an attached bar, Totem Bowl is open to visitors for public bowling. The bowling alley has cosmic bowling events during the weekend with glow-in-the-dark pins, neon lights, and pop music.
43.9 Miles
Featuring nine screens, Plaza Theater provides a variety of films to suit all movie goers. This includes films in both 2D and 3D. And for added convenience, the theater offers on site concessions.
46.2 Miles
76%
67 votes
5925 Seminole Valley Tr. NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
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Learn what it was like living in Iowa at the turn of the century, at the Ushers Ferry Historic Village. The area includes 20 buildings, and regularly hosts school groups.