- The list below includes 60 free or cheap things to do in or near Urbandale, Iowa, including 52 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Historic Sites and Batting Cages.
- From Walker-Johnston Park to Living History Farms, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Urbandale and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Des Moines, West Des Moines, Ankeny and Indianola.
Showing 11-20 of
103
0.0 Miles
Enjoy authentic, northern Italian cuisine including delicious antipasto and pasta dishes
2.9 Miles
100%
1 votes
100 Ashworth Road, West Des Moines, IA 50265
MoreLess Info
As a 36-lane bowling center, Val Lanes Recreation Center provides visitors with amenities like bumpers and automatic scoring for recreational bowling. During the summer, kids up to age 15 may bowl free.
3.0 Miles
25%
4 votes
2701 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50310
MoreLess Info
Plaza Lanes Family Fun Center is a bowling alley that also features outdoor volleyball courts and offers league play for both sports. They offer laser bowling, tournaments and they have an attached bar and grill.
3.0 Miles
As an indoor entertainment center, Monkey Joe's is filled with wall to wall bounce houses and other inflatables for children to play on. The center has a separate play area for toddlers with age-appropriate inflatables.
3.3 Miles
19th and 20th century artwork is at home at the Des Moines Art Center. The facility includes three buildings, also housing art classes and special events for visitors and the community
3.3 Miles
The Pappajohn Sculpture Park is an urban, outdoor art venue located in downtown Des Moines, Iowa. The park, part of the Des Moines Art Center, includes sculptures from 21 artists in a park setting.
3.8 Miles
West Des Moines' Valley Junction is a regentrifying area that boasts fine boutiques, dining and entertainment. In clement weather, patrons enjoy strolling through the junction's tree-lined paths. Parking is available on the streets and in several affordable pay lots.
3.8 Miles
Olson-Larsen Gallerie's is a contemporary gallery representing over 60 of the finest artists in the Midwest. Located in Historic Valley Junction, Olson-Larsen fulfills its commitment to original art through exhibitions and support services for clients ranging from individuals to corporations.
3.9 Miles
The inspiration of the historic Salisbury House was the King's House that is still located in Salisbury, England. The Tudor style mansion is open for general tours that are self-guided or guided during certain days.
3.9 Miles
Featuring a mix of local and international artists, Kavanaugh Art Gallery showcases sculptures, paintings, prints, and more. The sculptures are made in a variety of mediums, from bronze to wood.
4.0 Miles
Spread over roughly 28 miles, the Saylorville Trail is a very popular bike ride path in the area. Since there are many places in which a biker can hop off then hop back on, the time for the trail can vary from person to person.