- The list below includes 120 free or cheap things to do in or near Cherokee, North Carolina, including 92 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Horseback Riding, Tubing and Historic Sites.
- From Mingo Falls to Oconaluftee Islands Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Cherokee and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Gatlinburg, Bryson City, Franklin and Waynesville.
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Strung with miles of hiking trails and many species of trees, Great Smokey Mountains National Park lets visitors take in the mountain views at their park. A few buildings of the original settlers of the region can be seen here.
19.7 Miles
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510 River Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
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Christ in the Smokies Museum & Gardens is a museum featuring 3D dioramas of scenes detailing the life of Christ. These dioramas utilize life size figures, music, and special effects. Visitors will also find a garden and a gift shop.
19.8 Miles
Many types of outdoor recreation are offered through A Walk in the Woods. Guests can enjoy walks, backpacking trips, a hiker shuttle service, hikes, and equipment rental in addition to long multiple day trips through the Appalachian Trail.
19.9 Miles
Enjoy the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains as you play a whimsical round of mini-golf at Hillbilly Golf in Gatlinburg. Hillbilly Golf features two courses that are appropriate for all ages, but challenging enough to keep players coming back for more.
20.0 Miles
Located along the Gatlinburg Bypass, Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook provides excellent views and opportunities for taking photos of the surrounding mountains.
20.1 Miles
Ripley's Davy Crockett Mini Golf offers two 18 hole miniature golf courses each with its own unique theme and decorations. One of the courses features a Davy Crockett theme, the other a barnyard theme.
20.1 Miles
Featuring 24 AMF lanes, Franklin Lanes provides both open and league bowling with automatic scoring and a pro shop. The center offers a tiki bar with drinks, karaoke and flat-screen televisions along with a skating rink.
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Baxter's Orchard is a family-owned apple orchard that grows a wide variety of apples on the premises. Visitors can purchase apples as well as an array of products made from apples, like cider and apple butter.
20.3 Miles
Entertaining in a scary way, Where Shadows Walk features tours of haunted houses, buildings and graveyards. Along with cemetery tours, there are also historical and special holiday outings dedicated to seeing and experiencing ghosts.
20.6 Miles
Located in the Smokey Mountains, the Scottish Tartans Museum in downtown Franklin, North Carolina features displays of Highland historical dress. The museum, which was established in 1963, is also home to an expansive gift shop.