Free & Cheap Things to Do in Bessemer, AL

  • The list below includes 54 free or cheap things to do in or near Bessemer, Alabama, including 49 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Monuments, Inline Skating and Parks.
  • From Doughboy Monument at DeBardeleben Park to Premiere Cinema, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bessemer and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Birmingham, Pelham, Hoover and Alabaster.
  • The list below includes 54 free or cheap things to do in or near Bessemer, Alabama, including 49 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Monuments, Inline Skating and Parks.
  • From Doughboy Monument at DeBardeleben Park to Premiere Cinema, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bessemer and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Birmingham, Pelham, Hoover and Alabaster.
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11.8 Miles
96% 1480 votes
Art Museum 2000 Eighth Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203 MoreLess Info
In collections from all over the world, the Birmingham Museum of Art has gathered more than 24,000 paintings, sculptures, drawings, and other, some of them dating back to 4,000 years ago.
11.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
History Museums 6509 E.J. Oliver Blvd, Hoover, AL 35226 MoreLess Info
Having found its new home inside the Alabama Power Building the Don Kresge Memorial Museum if a interesting place to visit for locals and tourists. The museum features historic radio equipment dating back to the 1920's as well as historical documents and control room artifacts.
11.9 Miles
94% 230 votes
Botanical Gardens 2612 Lane Park Road, Mountain Brook, AL 25223 MoreLess Info
Burmingham Botanical features themed gardens, flowers and wooded areas. Enjoy the Japanese gardens, the Fern Glade, and the Formal Gardens. If you love flowers, the rose garden and crepe myrtle gardens are perfect. It's a great park for walking and exploring.
12.0 Miles
93% 29 votes
Botanical Gardens 2612 Lane Park Road, Birmingham, AL 35223 MoreLess Info
Birmingham Botanical Gardens is 67.5 acres and has over 12,000 different plants in more than 25 unique gardens. They also have over 30 works of original outdoor sculpture and several miles of paths.
12.5 Miles
86% 301 votes
National & State Parks 1100 Terrace Drive, Pelham, AL 35124 MoreLess Info
Oak Mountain State Park is a great place for family outing. It has plenty of hiking, biking, and fishing areas. The sandy beach area is great for swimming and picnics. A golf course is also available.
12.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Tennis 100 Racquet Club Parkway, Pelham, AL 35124 MoreLess Info
With 30 courts to choose from, Pelham Racquet Club offers visitors public tennis activities on clay and hard surfaces. The club hosts various social activities such as tournaments and parties.
12.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Waterfalls Oak Mountain State Park, 200 Terrace Drive, Pelham, AL 35124 MoreLess Info
At the heart of Oak Mountain State Park is Peavine Falls, a 65 foot tall waterfall. Visitors face a steep climb up a rocky cliff face to get to the top, and the bottom has a pool suitable for swimming.
12.7 Miles
With the oldest building from the site dating back to 1902, the Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark produced iron for almost 80 years, until it was transformed into a museum in 1983. There are 40 buildings on the site and 2 blast-furnaces. It can host special events.
13.4 Miles
90% 67 votes
Breweries 201 41st Street South, Birmingham, AL 35222 MoreLess Info
Tours of Avondale Brewing Company are held 5 times a week, last about an hour and include a pint of beer and glass. Their taproom is open daily and they often host live music on their outdoor stage.
14.0 Miles
41% 22 votes
Movie Theaters 321 Summit Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35243 MoreLess Info
Featuring amenities like stadium seating and surround sound, Carmike Cinema City plays movies on its first run in its auditoriums. The concession stand serves snacks like nachos, popcorn, and candy.
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