- The list below includes 58 free or cheap things to do in or near Blowing Rock, North Carolina, including 55 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Parks, Specialty Shops and Ziplines.
- From Moses H. Cone Memorial Park to Julian Price Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Blowing Rock and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boone, Banner Elk, West Jefferson and Linville.
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East Tennessee State University, 363 Stout Drive, Johnson City, TN 37614
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Stories of the Appalachian culture are on display at B. Carroll Reece Museum through a collection of over 20,000 artifacts. Interactive kiosks, videos and rotating art exhibits are also offered. Open Monday through Friday.
40.2 Miles
Many rafters enjoy the challenges and beauty associated with the San Juan River, and Wild Rivers Expeditions caters to these individuals. While they do offer one day trips along the river, the company focuses on multiple day journeys.
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113 Campus Center Building, Johnson City, TN 37614
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The George L. Carter Railroad Museum is dedicated to the areas local railroad history and model railroading. The museum includes railroad memorabilia, model trains, photographs and model railroad structures.
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1216 W State of Franklin, Johnson City, TN 37604
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Explore the spookier aspects of East Tennessee with a guided tour from Appalachian Ghost Walks. Learn about local legends such as haunted buildings and mysterious woodland creatures. All tours take place under cover of night.
40.5 Miles
Whitetop Creek Park has numerous sporting fields used for baseball, softball and soccer, a playground for children, and a 1.5 mile walking trail encircling the park. It also offers a view of nearby Bristol Motor Speedway.
40.9 Miles
Belmont Lanes is a family oriented bowling alley with arcade games, league play, and weekly specials. Special days include Friday and Saturday night cosmic bowl and Monday through Thursday unlimited games.
41.2 Miles
Guests can enjoy an 14 screen movie theater that shows first run films at Carmike 14 Theaters. The theater shows films with digital projection technology and airs a wide variety of films throughout the year.
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Serving as the cultural hub of Johnson City, TN, the Princeton Arts Center has many activities to attract people of all ages. The center features meeting space, an art studio, an outdoor play area, gallery space, and a dance/exercise studio.
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Erwin's Capitol Cinema I & II is a movie multiplex with two auditoriums. The theater screens primarily first-run Hollywood movies, some in 3D. It also offers a variety of concessions options.
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Holiday Lanes is a local bowling alley that provides a number of entertaining amenities for visitors to enjoy. Cosmic bowling, birthday party hosting, tournaments, and a bar with drink specials are a few of the amenities available.