- The list below includes 88 free or cheap things to do in or near Waynesville, North Carolina, including 83 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Children's Play Area, Movie Theaters and Recreation Centers.
- From Haywood County Visitor Center to The Strand at 38 Main, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Waynesville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cherokee, Hartford, Brevard and Pisgah Forest.
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9400 Highway 19 W, Bryson City, NC 28713
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Horseback riding excursions through the North Carolina Smokey Mountains are offered at the Nantahala Village Riding Stable. The stables are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day full time during the week and open on the weekends during April-May and September-October.
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Ruby Cinemas is a small 4 screen movie theater that airs first run films with digital projection and 3D films. The theater is independently owned and operated and offers online ticketing.
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88 River Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
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Gatlinburg, Tennessee is home to Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, known for its gigantic shark exhibits. Kids and adults love its underwater tunnel, constructed of clear plexiglass, which makes for a truly immersive experience. The Aquarium is also a popular place for field trips.
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Considered to be the most popular zipline adventure in the area, Gatlinburg Ziplines offers a nine zipline course. Reservations are preferred but walk-ins are welcome for the guided adventures through the trees.
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Filled with interactive exhibits and displays, Guinness World Records Museum features artifacts that depict the records that people from across the world achieved. One section of the museum is dedicated to celebrity memorabilia.
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404 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, TN
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Haunted Ghost Tours of Gatlinburg shows visitors the history of early settlers, loggers, and famous pioneers unlike any way they've been shown before with opportunities like meeting characters face-to-face in the cemetery.
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10160 Highway 19 West, Bryson City, NC 28713
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Life vests and serious helmets are de rigeur at the Rolling Thunder River Company in Bryson City, North Carolina. Founded in 1977, Rolling Thunder is one of the state's leading providers of adventure vacations.
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Enjoy the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains as you play a whimsical round of mini-golf at Hillbilly Golf in Gatlinburg. Hillbilly Golf features two courses that are appropriate for all ages, but challenging enough to keep players coming back for more.
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Fannie Farkle's Family Fun Parlor is a perfect choice for spending a day filled with fun and food with your loved ones. Featuring the latest arcade games and all of your old favorites, families come to Fannie's for the food and stay for the fun.
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Fort Fun Mini Golf & More features a motion ride theatre experience, laser attractions, bumper cars and an outdoor gem mining activity, alongside two themed mini golf courses that explore the history of the area in their design.