Free & Cheap Things to Do in Raleigh, NC

  • The list below includes 129 free or cheap things to do in or near Raleigh, North Carolina, including 61 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Science Museums, Malls and Family Fun Center.
  • From Umstead State Park to North Carolina State University, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Raleigh and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cary, Wake Forest, Durham and Apex.
  • The list below includes 129 free or cheap things to do in or near Raleigh, North Carolina, including 61 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Science Museums, Malls and Family Fun Center.
  • From Umstead State Park to North Carolina State University, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Raleigh and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cary, Wake Forest, Durham and Apex.
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Paint Nite invites guests to break away from a typical night out with the perfect cocktail of creativity and conversation.
24.3 Miles
78% 18 votes
Paddleboarding 2296 N Pea Ridge Rd, Pittsboro, NC 27312 MoreLess Info
In addition to consignment and brokered boat sales, Jordan Lake Water Sports provides captained pontoon boat tours, boat and equipment rentals, and boat storage with valet launch services. The company even has stand-up paddle board yoga classes.
24.3 Miles
75% 4 votes
Baseball Fields 100 Ridge Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 MoreLess Info
Boshamer Stadium is a baseball stadium in Chapel Hill and is the home of the North Carolina Tar Heels baseball team. Since expansion, the stadium has a listed capacity of 4,100, but has standing room for up to 5,000.
24.4 Miles
100% 10 votes
Playgrounds 120 S Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 MoreLess Info
The Chapel Hill Community Center is a community center that includes artwork, bocce ball courts, a gymnasium, a meeting room, and a picnic area. The area also has a rose garden as well as a playground.
24.8 Miles
90% 58 votes
Botanical Gardens Cameron Ave. and Raleigh St., Chapel Hill, NC MoreLess Info
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill own and manages the beautiful Coker Arboretum. This botanical garden is free to the public and is a wonderful place to enjoy a relaxed weekend afternoon with family and friends.
24.8 Miles
85% 196 votes
Botanical Gardens The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599 MoreLess Info
An institution of the University of North Carolina, the North Carolina Botanical Garden is a sensory delight full of fragrant flowers, majestic trees and a profusion of beautiful flowering plants.
24.9 Miles
96% 365 votes
Colleges & Universities 250 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill, NC MoreLess Info
The historic University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill was the first public university in the United States. The campus of this respected research university is lush and inviting, making it a lovely place for an afternoon stroll.
24.9 Miles
91% 127 votes
Observatories & Planetariums Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27599 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to the beauty of the stars, the Morehead Planetarium in Chapel Hill, North Carolina is located in coveted 'dark sky country,' enabling its telescopes to see much more than those in areas with greater light pollution. The Planetarium is open throughout the year and offers special programs for kids.
25.0 Miles
90% 48 votes
Parks 5101 N. Roxboro Rd., Durham, NC MoreLess Info
Featuring historical sites and buildings, West Point on the Eno is a popular tourist spot in the Durham area. Visitors can also explore nature along the walking trails or enjoy a relaxing picnic by the river.
25.0 Miles
74% 34 votes
Movie Theaters 620 Market Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27516 MoreLess Info
Lumina Theatre is a 4 screen movie theater with stadium seating and digital projection. The theatre airs first run films and is a part of the southern village, providing guests with access to numerous restaurants and shopping venues.
25.0 Miles
100% 4 votes
Parks Dogwood Acres Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27516 MoreLess Info
Southern Community Park is a 72 acre park offering a variety of recreational amenities. Visitors to the park will find several athletic fields, a dog park, a disc golf course, walking trails, picnic shelters, and a playground.
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