- The list below includes 29 free or cheap things to do in or near Hickory, North Carolina, including 73 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Bowling, Art Museum and Arts Centers.
- From Glenn C. Hilton Jr. Memorial Park to Harper House/ Hickory History Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hickory and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Morganton, Lenoir and Charlotte.
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34.9 Miles
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1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054
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Focusing on the natural wonders of the world, The Schiele Museum of Natural History focuses on various species of flora, fauna, minerals and fossils. The museum features full-size lifelike dioramas that help bring the historical features to life.
35.0 Miles
Erected by textile kingpin Moses Cone, the Moses Cone Manor in Boone, North Carolina is now a bed-and-breakfast resort. Patrons enjoy luxurious lodging and cuisine prepared under the auspices of Chef Andrew Long.
35.0 Miles
Spanning 200 acres, Fisher Farm is a large open green space being developed into a park. It offers extensive trails for hiking, biking, or jogging, and visitors can see a broad range of flora and fauna.
35.1 Miles
Part of the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area, the Moses. H Cone Memorial Park is located in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. Named for denim magnate Moses H. Cone, the park's centerpiece is its namesake's sprawling mansion.
35.2 Miles
The Carolina Raptor Center features 25 raptors that have been rehabilitated on a .75 mile interpretative walk. The center also does special shows depending on the weather and the season.
35.2 Miles
Mr. Latta built the original 742-acre Latta Plantation as a cotton farmer in the early 1800s. Visitors to the plantation can tour the home along with seeing animals including Morgan horses, mules, Cotswold sheep, Dominique chickens, and Hampshire hogs.
35.3 Miles
A 14-screen movie theater, Regal Franklin Square Stadium 14 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, a game room and a concession area with food and drinks.
35.5 Miles
Robinson Cat Fish Lake is a stocked lake where visitors can fish by the hour for a set price. Kids ages 5 and under can fish for free. Live bait of various kinds is also available.
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802 G Performance Road, Mooresville, NC 28115
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The Pure Speed Drag Racing Experience offers the Dragster Experience, the Dragster Blast Ride Along, and the Side By Side Camaro Competition. The Camaro Competition features four cars that reach speeds above 100 miles per hour.
35.7 Miles
League players and casual bowlers can roll for strikes at George Pappas Liberty Lanes. Guests can enjoy open bowl, league play, special nights and events, refreshments at the Spare Time Snackbar, and rent the lanes for private parties.