Free & Cheap Things to Do in Burlington, NC

  • The list below includes 51 free or cheap things to do in or near Burlington, North Carolina, including 65 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Bowling, Family Fun Center and Laser Tag.
  • From Cedarock Park to Conservators' Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Burlington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Greensboro, Chapel Hill, Mebane and Durham.
  • The list below includes 51 free or cheap things to do in or near Burlington, North Carolina, including 65 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Bowling, Family Fun Center and Laser Tag.
  • From Cedarock Park to Conservators' Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Burlington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Greensboro, Chapel Hill, Mebane and Durham.
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25.0 Miles
91% 127 votes
Observatories & Planetariums Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27599 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to the beauty of the stars, the Morehead Planetarium in Chapel Hill, North Carolina is located in coveted 'dark sky country,' enabling its telescopes to see much more than those in areas with greater light pollution. The Planetarium is open throughout the year and offers special programs for kids.
25.1 Miles
90% 58 votes
Botanical Gardens Cameron Ave. and Raleigh St., Chapel Hill, NC MoreLess Info
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill own and manages the beautiful Coker Arboretum. This botanical garden is free to the public and is a wonderful place to enjoy a relaxed weekend afternoon with family and friends.
25.1 Miles
85% 196 votes
Botanical Gardens The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599 MoreLess Info
An institution of the University of North Carolina, the North Carolina Botanical Garden is a sensory delight full of fragrant flowers, majestic trees and a profusion of beautiful flowering plants.
25.4 Miles
100% 10 votes
Playgrounds 120 S Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 MoreLess Info
The Chapel Hill Community Center is a community center that includes artwork, bocce ball courts, a gymnasium, a meeting room, and a picnic area. The area also has a rose garden as well as a playground.
25.5 Miles
74% 34 votes
Movie Theaters 620 Market Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516 MoreLess Info
Lumina Theatre is a 4 screen movie theater with stadium seating and digital projection. The theatre airs first run films and is a part of the southern village, providing guests with access to numerous restaurants and shopping venues.
25.6 Miles
75% 4 votes
Baseball Fields 100 Ridge Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 MoreLess Info
Boshamer Stadium is a baseball stadium in Chapel Hill and is the home of the North Carolina Tar Heels baseball team. Since expansion, the stadium has a listed capacity of 4,100, but has standing room for up to 5,000.
25.7 Miles
100% 4 votes
Parks Dogwood Acres Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27516 MoreLess Info
Southern Community Park is a 72 acre park offering a variety of recreational amenities. Visitors to the park will find several athletic fields, a dog park, a disc golf course, walking trails, picnic shelters, and a playground.
25.8 Miles
83% 103 votes
Specialty Shops University Mall, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 MoreLess Info
Gourmands and chefs in Chapel Hill, North Carolina for truffles, exotic spices, imported chocolates and other fine, difficult-to-find ingredients. The shop is open to the public and also accepts telephone orders.
25.9 Miles
98% 128 votes
Sports Museums 450 Skipper Bowles Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27599 MoreLess Info
Located in North Carolina, The Carolina Basketball Museum is dedicated to the legacy of the University of North Carolina Tar Heels basketball team. Exhibits include tributes to the team's greatest players, a short film on the history of this respected basketball program and rooms full of assorted memorabilia.
26.4 Miles
86% 133 votes
Historic Sites 4409 Bennett Memorial Road, Durham, NC MoreLess Info
Important to the Civil War, Bennett Place Historic Site offers guided tours and educational programs for schools and youth groups. Along with the museum, there are walking trails, outdoor exhibits and a picnic area for visitors to enjoy.
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