Free & Cheap Things to Do in Columbia, MO

  • The list below includes 41 free or cheap things to do in or near Columbia, Missouri, including 28 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Music Venue and Art Museum.
  • From Shelter Gardens to Rock Bridge Memorial State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Columbia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boonville, Fulton and Jefferson City.
  • The list below includes 41 free or cheap things to do in or near Columbia, Missouri, including 28 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Music Venue and Art Museum.
  • From Shelter Gardens to Rock Bridge Memorial State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Columbia and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Boonville, Fulton and Jefferson City.
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Hillcreek Yarn Shoppe 601 Business Loop 70 W, Ste 213C, Columbia, MO MoreLess Info
Expansive yarn selection helps crafters of all abilities complete their projects or get inspiration
3.4 Miles
76% 25 votes
Laser Tag 3412 Grindstone Pkwy, Columbia, MO 65201 MoreLess Info
A family fun entertainment center, Lazer Lanes has bowling, lazer tag, mini golf, and an arcade. It is also home to Sportman's Park, which includes batting cages and a full sized basketball court.
3.3 Miles
66% 32 votes
Family Fun Center 3412 Grindstone Pkwy, Columbia, MO 65201 MoreLess Info
Bowling, mini golf, arcade games and, of course, laser tags are some of the entertaining things to be done at the Galactic Fun Zone. It can host birthday parties and other special events.
0.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
History Museums 1020 Lowry St Stop 2, Columbia, MO 65201 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and enhancing awareness of state history, The State Historical Society of Missouri has branches in several cities. The society maintains historical sites and archives, and sponsors lectures and other events.
0.5 Miles
50% 4 votes
Art Museum 1 Pickard Hall, Columbia, MO 65211 MoreLess Info
Showcasing a permanent collection, as well as temporary exhibits, the University of Missouri Museum of Art & Archaeology features a cast gallery, antiques, and collections of art from a variety of cultures from around the world.
5.9 Miles
55% 49 votes
Train Tours 6501 N Brown Station Rd, Columbia, MO 65202 MoreLess Info
While it is perfectly suited for romantic getaways with special programs such as the Young Lovers rain Ride, the Columbia Star Dinner Train can welcome anybody aboard for a trip garnished with gourmet specialties prepared on the tracks.
1.1 Miles
67% 3 votes
Bowling 1508 N. Providence Road, Columbia, MO 65203 MoreLess Info
Featuring 32 lanes available for play, AMF Town & Country Lanes is a bowling alley offering a number of amenities for bowlers and guests to enjoy. In addition to bowling, the alley also has a game room and a bar.
2.6 Miles
43% 14 votes
Movie Theaters 2800 Goodwin Pointe Drive, Columbia, MO 65201 MoreLess Info
At Regal Columbia Stadium 14 & RPX, guests can enjoy the latest Hollywood movie releases. The theater features comfortable seating, a concessions stand, and plenty of movies to choose from.
13.7 Miles
92% 372 votes
Farms & Ranches 25270 Highway 98, Boonville, MO 65265 MoreLess Info
Covering more than 300 acres, the Warm Spring Ranch is home to more than 100 Clydesdales, from foals to stallions. It organizes guided tours and VIP tours of the ranch.
18.7 Miles
100% 11 votes
Gardens Route 87, Boonville, MO MoreLess Info
From herbs to roses, Vintage Hill Farm has a multitude of plant species for visitors to enjoy. In addition to a large pottery display, the gardens has a greenhouse containing a variety of tropical plants.
19.4 Miles
54% 24 votes
Historic Homes Hwy 'E', Boonville, MO MoreLess Info
Ravenswood is a plantation farmhouse built in 1880. The home is full of the original furnishings from all over the world gathered by the first two generations of the house. The furniture, photos, dresses, and fading letters show so much history.
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