- The list below includes 128 free or cheap things to do in or near Apache Junction, Arizona, including 75 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Hiking Trails, Ziplines and Music Venue.
- From Lost Dutchman State Park to Siphon Draw Trail inc. Flatiron, Superstition Mountain, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Apache Junction and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Mesa, Tempe, Gilbert and Chandler.
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Named for former governor and senator Ernest McFarland, McFarland State Historic Park once served as Pinal County's first courthouse. Visitors can see the former courthouse on a guided tour including documents and a World War II exhibit.
28.1 Miles
Covering 150 acres, Pinnacle Peak Park is visited annually by more than 200,000 people. It is very popular among wildlife watchers, with many species being spotted, including in here coyotes, bobcats, various species of snakes, mule deer, and others.
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Fine dining, premier retail shopping and a day spa make up Scottsdale's Biltmore Fashion Park. The outdoor shopping park offers a garden atmosphere that is relaxing and offers music and fashion events throughout the year.
28.5 Miles
Founded in 1959, the Pinal County Historical Museum acts as a county-wide museum that focuses on the history of the local area. Popular exhibits cover Native American life, prison artifacts, and extensive genealogical records.
28.6 Miles
Formed about 14 million years ago, Piestewa Peak was long a popular site for mining and raising mountain goats. Today, it is popular with hikers who climb to the 2,608 feet summit, or enjoy the scenic views at the Phoenix Mountains Park and Recreation Area and Dreamy Draw Recreation Area.
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Children can explore the Phoenix Children's Museum including the Art Studio where they can create art projects, the Book Loft for reading books, the Building Big space for building forts and houses, and Desert Delights introducing children to Arizona painters. The museum can also be rented for parties.
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Arizona Science Center
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600 East Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
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With more than 300 hands-on exhibits, Arizona Science Center awaits children of all ages to acquaint them with everything that science means, from human anatomy to weather phenomenon, and from the SkyCycle to the nanotechnologies.
29.9 Miles
Built by a dying father as a tribute to his daughter, Mystery Castle, is a three story structure replete with unique architectural techniques and native stones. Completed in 1945, the castle features many southwestern antiques, thirteen fireplaces and parapets.
30.1 Miles
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201 East Jefferson Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
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The Talking Stick Resort Arena is a large-scale entertainment and sports complex within Phoenix. The venue serves as the home of the Phoenix Suns basketball team and holds a variety of performances and shows including musical concerts and standup comedy.
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4725 East Mayo Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ 85050
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The Musical Instrument Museum has collections from all around the world, exhibited in its 4 galleries: the Geographical Gallery, the Mechanical Musical Gallery, the Artist Gallery, and the children's Experience Gallery.