- The list below includes 27 free or cheap things to do in or near South Charleston, West Virginia, including 42 different types of inexpensive activities like Family Fun Center, History Museums, Ancient Ruins and Historic Sites.
- From South Charleston Indian Mound to Memorial Ice Arena, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in South Charleston and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Charleston and Milton.
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Built in the traditional Georgian colonial architectural style, the West Virginia Governor’s Mansion was initially constructed in 1924. The mansion welcomes visitors for guided tours on Thursday and Friday mornings.
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Built between 1924 and 1932, the West Virginia State Capitol was designed by Cass Gilbert. Visitors can watch the legislator operate from six galleries, eat at the Capitol Complex Food Court, and tour the capitol.
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The Cultural Center contains the West Virginia State Museum displaying the history of West Virginia throughout time laid out along a path so visitors can easily follow what happened in order. The building also contains the state's reference libraries, and a live-performance theater.
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Experience the thrill of a lifetime with Class VI-Mountain River White Water Rafting. Choose from a variety of river tours including overnight trips and let your guides show you what outdoor adventure is all about.
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The West Virginia Veterans Memorial is two-stories tall and oval shaped in its basic form. The work itself was created by sculptor Joe Mullins and serves to honor more than 10,000 West Virginians who sacrificed their lives to defend the United States during the 20th century.
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Galaxy Lanes is a bowling alley that hosts both youth and adult bowling tournaments on occasional Sundays. The alley provides youth scholarships and serves hot dogs, Philly cheese steaks, and beverages.
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Since 1893, Blenko Glass Company Studios & Gallery has been making hand-blown glass. Some of the glass products include water bottles, bowls, decanters, pitchers, etched collegiate products, and vases.
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Visitors to Hawks Nest State Park, can stay in the lodge, eat at the restaurant featuring home-style meals, fish in Hawks Nest Lake, and experience the canyon's whitewater rafting. Visitors to the park often see hawks, turkey vultures, black vultures, bald eagles, golden eagles and peregrine falcons.
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Fun for all ages is available at Strike Zone Bowling Center. Guests enjoy special events like Boogie Bowl each Friday and Saturday night. Food and beverages are offered. Birthday parties can be booked.
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The site of an important Civil War battle on September 10, 1861, the Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park pays tribute to the events of that night. Approximately every other year, the battle is reenacted, while at other times, visitors can see historical artifacts in the Patterson House Museum.