Free & Cheap Things to Do in Waukesha, WI

  • The list below includes 141 free or cheap things to do in or near Waukesha, Wisconsin, including 75 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Bike Paths and Children's Play Area.
  • From Fox River Park to Minooka Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Waukesha and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Milwaukee, Cedarburg, Oconomowoc and Franklin.
  • The list below includes 141 free or cheap things to do in or near Waukesha, Wisconsin, including 75 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Bowling, Bike Paths and Children's Play Area.
  • From Fox River Park to Minooka Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Waukesha and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Milwaukee, Cedarburg, Oconomowoc and Franklin.
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16.9 Miles
78% 278 votes
Breweries 701 W. Glendale Ave., Glendale, WI 53209 MoreLess Info
This old world brewery offers tours throughout the brewery that include the lager cellar and the bottling room with Bavarian murals that line the walls. Both beer and soda are offered on drought. A gift shop and banquet rentals are available.
16.9 Miles
67% 3 votes
Bowling N56W39433 State Road 16, Oconomowoc, WI 53066 MoreLess Info
Mapleway Bowl & Restaurant is a family owned and operated bowling center that offers open bowling and hosts leagues. The bowling alley features an on site pro shop and hosts birthday parties.
16.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 8200 W County Line Road, Mequon, WI 53097 MoreLess Info
With 400 acres to explore, Mequon Nature Preserve is a wetland preserve with native plants and animals. There are several interlacing walking trails that take visitors through the woods and past an observation tower.
17.0 Miles
78% 423 votes
Science Museums 500 N Harbor Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53202 MoreLess Info
Home to a variety of interactive science, technology, and fresh and salt water aquariums, Discovery World, contains over 120,000 square feet of exhibit space. Visitors can learn about the Great Lakes, nuclear energy, air travel and more.
17.0 Miles
94% 1910 votes
Art Museum 700 N Art Museum Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53202 MoreLess Info
With over 20,000 works of art, the Milwaukee Art Museum is one of the largest connoisseurs of famous art in the country. See pieces from famous artists including Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, and Georgia O'Keeffe.
17.3 Miles
90% 146 votes
Forests W7796 Kettle Moraine Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53190 MoreLess Info
Situated on more than 22,000 acres of glacier created hills, valleys, lakes and woodlands, Kettle Moraine State Forest, has amenities and activities for outdoor lovers of all ages. Abundant camp sites, hiking and biking trails, fishing, and swimming, plan your trip today.
17.4 Miles
100% 2 votes
Family Fun Center 7265 S 1st Street, Oak Creek, WI 53154 MoreLess Info
Chasing Tales is a family play center that offers open play sessions with a variety of playground equipment and games for children 10 and under. The center also offers daily story time and hosts parties.
17.5 Miles
100% 8 votes
Dog Park Howell & Rawson Avenue, Oak Creek, WI 53154 MoreLess Info
Managed by the county parks department, Runway Dog Exercise Area is a fenced dog park facility where owners can unleash and allow their pets to roam. The double gated park features a fenced area for smaller dogs as well.
17.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 501 E College Avenue, Oak Creek, WI 53154 MoreLess Info
A 42 acre park, the Cudahy Nature Preserve is a scenic area that offers extensive hiking and biking trails. The Preserve is one of the state's wilder parks, offering largely unspoiled wilderness.
17.7 Miles
50% 4 votes
Bowling 7501 S Howell Avenue, Oak Creek, WI 53154 MoreLess Info
Classic Lanes offers 20 bowling lanes, a full Bar-N-Grill, and a classic banquet center/hall available for rent. Various seasonal leagues can be joined, and birthday party packages are offered.
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