Free & Cheap Things to Do in Finger Lakes, NY

  • The list below includes 61 free or cheap things to do in or near Finger Lakes, New York, including 64 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Movie Theaters, Breweries and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From Weaver View Farms to Keuka Lake Outlet Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Finger Lakes and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Penn Yan, Auburn, Canandaigua and Seneca Falls.
  • The list below includes 61 free or cheap things to do in or near Finger Lakes, New York, including 64 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Movie Theaters, Breweries and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From Weaver View Farms to Keuka Lake Outlet Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Finger Lakes and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Penn Yan, Auburn, Canandaigua and Seneca Falls.
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41.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Pubs 248 W Water Street, Elmira, NY 14901 MoreLess Info
Featuring live entertainment, Brady's Pub showcases local musicians and bands ranging from rock to acoustic. The pub features Irish Red Ale and hard cider, and has several beers available on tap.
41.4 Miles
100% 2 votes
History Museums 415 E Water Street, Elmira, NY 14901 MoreLess Info
Visitors can view a variety of exhibits related to the history of the Chemung Valley region at the Chemung County Historical Society. The society provides educational programming, lectures, and interactive exhibits.
41.7 Miles
91% 112 votes
Specialty Shops 361 Historic Maple Avenue, Elmira, NY 14904 MoreLess Info
While it was built in 1894, the Christmas House was first opened in 1983 during the Christmas season. Among the products sold in here can be remembered the handcrafted Weeforest Folk Mice, the handcrafted Angels and Fairies, and the children's favorites, such as the Elf on the Shelf.
42.0 Miles
94% 36 votes
Farms & Ranches 1821 Fairport Nine Mile Point Road, Penfield, NY MoreLess Info
A family farm that grows a variety of vegetables, Wickham Farms also offers entertainment attractions for kids, including batting cages, a corn maze, and mini golf. In the barn is a restaurant that serves casual meals and ice cream.
42.1 Miles
92% 25 votes
Mini Golf 210 Onondaga Road, Syracuse, NY 13219 MoreLess Info
Fairmount Glen Miniature Golf is an 18 hole course with a stream that accommodates players who want a single game, 3 or 10 game tickets or two hour play. They have snacks like ice cream and slushies.
43.1 Miles
94% 36 votes
Parks 1525 Calkins Rd, Henrietta, NY 14534 MoreLess Info
Tinker Nature Park is a historic park with miles of nature trails through woodland and wetland environments. The visitor center has educational displays about local wildlife. They also sometimes host Civil War reenactments and other historical events.
43.6 Miles
92% 39 votes
Pond Rand Tract Park, Syracuse, NY MoreLess Info
Surrounded by a 95 acre park, Webster Pond is a gathering place for many species of waterfowl. Visitors can feed the ducks, geese, and swans, and hike the trails around the pond,
43.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Bowling 1196 Broadway Street, Elmira, NY 14904 MoreLess Info
As a host for local tournaments, Dixie Bowling Lanes is a family owned and operated bowling alley with automatic scoring and bumper lanes. The alley has several birthday packages that include admission and shoe rentals.
43.8 Miles
99% 94 votes
Food Tours 103 Hensberry Road, Syracuse, NY 13207 MoreLess Info
The Sampling Syracuse Food Tours includes not only visits to the most famous restaurants in the area and the sampling of the menus, but also visits to other local landmarks, such as the historical downtown.
44.1 Miles
71% 17 votes
Bowling 2750 Monroe Avenue, Rochester, NY 14618 MoreLess Info
Clover Lanes is a bowling alley with 50 lanes that include bumpers and automated scoring. They also have free wireless internet, a lounge with large plasma TVs and a full-service bar and restaurant.
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