- The list below includes 142 free or cheap things to do in or near Alton, Illinois, including 70 different types of inexpensive activities like Haunted Tours, History Museums, Bowling and Arts Centers.
- From Great Rivers Scenic Route to Gordon Moore F Community Park the, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Alton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Louis, Florissant, Edwardsville and St. Charles.
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            Operating since the 1960s, Arnold Bowl offers a bowling alley and billiard tables to its guests. On Mondays, all games, shoe rentals, drinks, hotdogs, and french fries are $1 each.        
    
    
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                800 Guy Park Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63005
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            The Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park has campsites that offer privacy in a wooded oasis. Park goers can picnic here, hike the trails and ride bikes or view displays in the visitor center.        
    
    
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            The Endangered Wolf Center is a wildlife refuge dedicated to protecting endangered wolves. The refuge protects Mexican wolves, red wolves and other wild canid species and offers private guided tours.        
    
    
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                800 Guy Park Drive, Wildwood, MO 63005
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            From family gatherings to cookouts and picnics, Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park is a great location to enjoy the outdoors. Visitors can also partake in camping, horseback riding, biking, and more.        
    
    
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            Featuring both indoor and outdoor pools, Arnold Recreation Center also has a fitness center, a track and a gymnasium with two courts. The center provides meeting rooms, fitness classes, a concession area and a lounge with games.        
    
    
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            Situated on 68 acres, Arnold City Park is located nearby the Meramec River and is home to an eight-acre fishing lake. It offers picnic pavilions, barbecue pits, a tennis court, softball fields, children's playgrounds and a half-mile trail.        
    
    
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            Home to over 20,000 residents, the Arnold City of is a town located in the St. Louis Metropolitan Region. The town's visitors commonly enjoy hiking and fishing in the local parks, exploring local restaurants, and experiencing the town's culture.        
    
    
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            Covering over 300 acres, West Tyson County Park was originally part of the Tyson Valley Power Plant grounds. Along with rugged wooded uplands, the park maintains a recreational trail for hikers, bikers, and equestrians.        
    
    
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            Route 66 State Park showcases the history of a highway called 'The Main Street of America.' It keeps the memories alive through its memorabilia. The park features level walking, biking and equestrian trails. The trails are perfect for the senior and young citizens, even for persons with disabilities.        
    
    
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            Offering first-run feature films, Arnold 14 Cine features 14 auditoriums and stadium seating with cupholder armrests. The theater provides a concession area with food and drinks, private event facilities and a game room with video and redemption games.