Free & Cheap Things to Do in Monroe, LA

  • The list below includes 24 free or cheap things to do in or near Monroe, Louisiana, including 17 different types of inexpensive activities like Music Venue, Military Museums, Bowling and Movie Theaters.
  • From Osterland Recreation Center to Downtown RiverMarket, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Monroe and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Monroe and Monroe.
  • The list below includes 24 free or cheap things to do in or near Monroe, Louisiana, including 17 different types of inexpensive activities like Music Venue, Military Museums, Bowling and Movie Theaters.
  • From Osterland Recreation Center to Downtown RiverMarket, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Monroe and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Monroe and Monroe.
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5.3 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 710 Holland Drive, Monroe, LA 71203 MoreLess Info
Equipped with both indoor and outdoor space, the Osterland Recreation Center offers an array of educational and fitness programs. Along with a playground and inside gym, classes in Zumba, nutrition and self-defense are offered.
0.7 Miles
78% 9 votes
Flea Markets 316 South Grand Street, Monroe, LA 71201 MoreLess Info
Monroe's Downtown RiverMarket is a large French-style market that features a wide variety of vendors, including artisans, craftspeople, farmers, and others. The market also features live performances and an array of special events.
1.0 Miles
96% 109 votes
Specialty Museums 2006 Riverside Drive, Monroe, LA 71201 MoreLess Info
Initially home to Joseph A. Biedenharn who is believed to be the first one to bottle Coca-Cola, Biedenharn Museum & Gardens today, functions as a house museum featuring Coca-Cola memorabilia as well as a botanical garden.
3.7 Miles
96% 83 votes
Military Museums 701 Kansas La, Monroe, LA 71213 MoreLess Info
With a dinosaur sculpture collection at the entrance, the Aviation Historical Museum of Louisiana exhibits aircrafts from the both world wars, whatever the military branch which used them was. It organizes each year air shows.
3.7 Miles
96% 83 votes
Military Museums 701 Kansas Ln, Monroe, LA 71213 MoreLess Info
Discover the development of air travel and its impact on history at Chennault Aviation and Military Museum. Enjoy the General Claire Lee Chennault exhibit or just drop in to attend a public lecture.
1.4 Miles
100% 8 votes
Art Museum 1400 South Grand Street, Monroe, LA 71202 MoreLess Info
In addition to a large display of visual arts, Maur Museum of Art offers a wide variety of educational programs, exhibitions, and lectures for both adults and children of all ages.
0.1 Miles
100% 10 votes
Pubs 507 Louisville Avenue, Monroe, LA 71201 MoreLess Info
Enoch's Irish Pub & Cafe is a cafe, pub, and live music venue where bands can often be seen on the patio. They serve dozens of beers, ciders and other drinks and have many daily specials like happy hours.
3.5 Miles
80% 35 votes
Malls 4700 Millhaven Road, Monroe, LA 71203 MoreLess Info
Located on an old pecan farm, the Pecanland Mall has 936,000 square feet and serves the people from within a 100 mile radius. It has a 10 screen cinema, its own 450 seat restaurant, and more than 100 specialty shops.
0.4 Miles
88% 8 votes
Children's Museums 323 Walnut St, Monroe, LA 71201 MoreLess Info
Nearby the Ouachita River, the Northeast Louisiana Children's Museum has exhibits that allow children to create objects out of recycled materials and work at a cafe or hospital. There is also a big mouth and a hearing aid room.
5.8 Miles
50% 16 votes
Bowling 100 Horseshoe Lake Rd, Monroe, LA 71203 MoreLess Info
Bayou Bowling features 40 bowling lanes, a bar and grill, pool tables, video games, and air hockey. The location hosts parties, special events, birthday parties, and bowling leagues and clubs.
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