Free & Cheap Things to Do in Roanoke, VA

  • The list below includes 40 free or cheap things to do in or near Roanoke, Virginia, including 54 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Art Museum and Breweries.
  • From Center in the Square to Read Mountain Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Roanoke and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bedford, Salem, Christiansburg and Hot Springs.
  • The list below includes 40 free or cheap things to do in or near Roanoke, Virginia, including 54 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Art Museum and Breweries.
  • From Center in the Square to Read Mountain Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Roanoke and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bedford, Salem, Christiansburg and Hot Springs.
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37.0 Miles
96% 930 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 229 Safari Lane, Natural Bridge, VA 24578 MoreLess Info
The only drive-thru zoo in the state is the Virginia Safari Park. Over 1,000 exotic animals from six different continents are contained in the 180-acre park that also includes a walk-thru area and petting zoo.
37.8 Miles
95% 21 votes
Hiking Trails 1670 Blue Ridge Parkway, Floyd, VA MoreLess Info
Home to two trails, Rock Castle Gorge and Black Ridge, Rocky Knob Recreational Area offers forested hills for visitors to explore. The park has a variety of wildflowers scattered across the fields for visitors to look at.
39.3 Miles
93% 28 votes
Parks 699 Liberty Street, Martinsville, VA 24112 MoreLess Info
Spanning 4.5 miles, the Dick & Willie Passage Rail Trail allows visitors to bike and hike along the trail. The Doyle St. entrance to the trail includes a shed that allows visitors to borrow bikes and helmets for free.
39.4 Miles
75% 4 votes
Mini Golf 8105 Timberlake Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502 MoreLess Info
The Putt-Putt Golf-Games & Go Karts is an entertainment complex featuring a number of fun attractions for its guests to enjoy. In addition to putt-putt and go-karts, the center also offers bumper cars, batting cages, and laser tag.
39.8 Miles
- 1 votes
Bowling 10 Koehler Road, Martinsville, VA 24112 MoreLess Info
Offering family-friendly fun since 1962, Sportlanes is a bowling alley with a retro feel. In addition to bowling, it has karaoke and DJ nights, live bands, and has a cafe with an extensive beer selection.
40.2 Miles
95% 20 votes
Mini Golf 7427 Timberlake Rd., Lynchburg, VA 24502 MoreLess Info
Play a round or two of miniature golf at Tiny Town Golf. Glow-in-the-dark balls, offered on Friday and Saturday evenings, make for a festive, family-fun night. Visitors of all ages are welcome.
40.2 Miles
100% 3 votes
History Museums 1 East Main Street, Martinsville, VA 24112 MoreLess Info
The Henry County Courthouse is now the home of the Martinsville-Henry County Heritage Center & Museum. The museum offers artifact, photograph, and furniture displays along with the history of Native Americans, the Civil War, the tobacco industry and more.
40.2 Miles
86% 7 votes
Visitor Centers 54 West Church Street, Martinsville, VA MoreLess Info
The Martinsville-Henry County Visitor Center is staffed by knowledgeable and friendly attendants who point you to local attractions and give you maps, activity guides, and help with lodging and restaurant suggestions. A gift store and coupons to attractions are available.
40.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 107 W Church Street, Martinsville, VA 24112 MoreLess Info
Visitors can view open artist studios for over 15 working artists at Studio 107-Piedmont Arts Assoc. The studio allows visitors to observe to artists as they work and the artists also offer a variety of classes.
40.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Mini Golf 7427 Timberlake Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502 MoreLess Info
Featuring an 18-hole course, Tiny Town Miniature Golf offers visitors cosmic golf with glow-in-the dark obstacles and golf balls. The final hole features a large face where visitors can aim for the nose, eyes, or mouth to complete the course.
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