- The list below includes 18 free or cheap things to do in or near Gatesville, Texas, including 32 different types of inexpensive activities like Other Entertainment, History Museums, Movie Theaters and Parks.
- From The Last Drive-In Picture Show to Coryell Museum Historical Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Gatesville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Killeen, Fort Hood, Belton and Copperas Cove.
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Silverstone Park covers five acres in a friendly, neighborhood setting encompassed by trees and quiet streets. Guests can enjoy a playground, half-mile walking trail, basketball court and picnic pavilion with grilling equipment.
35.0 Miles
Featuring full stadium seating and digital surround sound, Galaxy 16 is a local movie theater that shows the latest released films. Other amenities at the theater include ticketing kiosks, birthday party hosting, and 3-D capabilities.
35.0 Miles
A museum and archive devoted to the history of the Texas Red Men Association, the Red Men Museum & Library features 4200 volumes pertaining to Texas history as well as displays that showcase various aspects of Texas history.
35.4 Miles
Open to the public during the daytime throughout the week is the Salado Sculpture Garden. Cast bronze sculptures are provided by celebrated Salado artists for this original exhibit with more soon to follow.
36.0 Miles
People can visit a zoo, walk 15 miles of nature trails, view the river from points high above it, play on the playground, splash in the splash pad, and play disc golf without leaving the boundaries of Cameron Park. The park is also popular with anglers and paddleboaters.
36.0 Miles
The mission of the Jubilee Theater is to create theatrical works that reflect eh African-American experiences. The theater shows live productions such as 'Sunset Baby' and 'The Color Purple'.
36.2 Miles
The small Salado College Hill Park is based around the stablized ruins of the original Salado College building which was constructed in 1860. The park also has a statue of Empressario E.S.C. Robertston.
36.2 Miles
The Central Texas Area Museum offers exhibits, resources, genealogical records, and collections focused on the history and culture of the Central Texas area. They emphasize Scottish heritage in particular, and host a number of special events with that theme.
36.5 Miles
Located along the Brazos River in Waco, Brazos Park East offers fishing docks, disc golf, horseshoe pits and picnic areas. A scenic, paved trail is available for walking, running and biking.
36.6 Miles
Spanning 200,000-sqft of space, the Wildfire Ranch Area is an indoor equestrian facility that includes a rodeo area, livestock pens, and 250 horse stalls. The facility also has heated grandstands and a concession stand.