Free & Cheap Things to Do in Waynesville, NC

  • The list below includes 88 free or cheap things to do in or near Waynesville, North Carolina, including 83 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Children's Play Area, Movie Theaters and Recreation Centers.
  • From Haywood County Visitor Center to The Strand at 38 Main, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Waynesville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cherokee, Hartford, Brevard and Pisgah Forest.
  • The list below includes 88 free or cheap things to do in or near Waynesville, North Carolina, including 83 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Children's Play Area, Movie Theaters and Recreation Centers.
  • From Haywood County Visitor Center to The Strand at 38 Main, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Waynesville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Cherokee, Hartford, Brevard and Pisgah Forest.
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33.5 Miles
85% 502 votes
Arcades 815 Parkway Suite 3 & 4, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 MoreLess Info
Shoot-em Up Cinema is a movie and amusement experience in one. Visitors receive 3-D glasses and mount a mechanical horse to embark on an interactive laser shooting motion theatre adventure. Non-moving horses are reserved for those who want a calmer outing.
33.6 Miles
94% 277 votes
National & State Parks Greenville, SC MoreLess Info
The focal point of Caesars Head State Park in Greenville, South Carolina is a mammoth granite shelf jutting out from the surrounding land. The park has many trails, and some are prone to frequent flooding. Check the park's website for a listing of current closings.
33.6 Miles
88% 449 votes
Specialty Museums 510 River Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 MoreLess Info
Christ in the Smokies Museum & Gardens is a museum featuring 3D dioramas of scenes detailing the life of Christ. These dioramas utilize life size figures, music, and special effects. Visitors will also find a garden and a gift shop.
33.7 Miles
97% 434 votes
Ziplines 10320 US HWY 19 So, Bryson City, NC 28713 MoreLess Info
Bryson City's Nantahala Gorge Canopy Tours provide the ultimate forest ziplining experience. Clients whiz from tree to tree and enjoy a true birds'-eye view of the lush North Carolina wilderness.
33.7 Miles
98% 447 votes
Rafting 10345 Hwy 74 W, Bryson City, NC 28713 MoreLess Info
Check your nerves at the door and prepare to make memories with Wildwater Nantahala in Bryson City, North Carolina. The company also offers lodging, whitewater kayaking, zipline tours, train tourism, Jeep journeys and much more.
33.7 Miles
94% 171 votes
Farms & Ranches 2951 Chimney Rock Road, Hendersonville, NC 28792 MoreLess Info
Offering more than 20 apple varieties, Grandad's Apples N' Such is also home to a country store and bakery. The Henderson, North Carolina orchard features a Barnyard Corral that includes a llama and goat among its residents.
33.7 Miles
86% 29 votes
Aviation Museums 1340 E Gilbert St, Hendersonville, NC MoreLess Info
The Western North Carolina Air Museum showcases how passenger flying used to be with a historic arrangement that allows guests to get close to the planes. There is an on-site active airport with the traditional grass pathways and antique airplanes on display.
34.0 Miles
94% 51 votes
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Tsali

Bike Paths Bryson City, NC MoreLess Info
Found near Fontana Lake, the Tsali Recreation Area is most known for its extensive trail system than spans roughly 42 miles. The site features a four loop system that is open to hikers, horseback riders, and bikers.
34.0 Miles
97% 35 votes
Parks Downtown Hendersonville, Hendersonville, NC 28792 MoreLess Info
The biggest county-owned park in the western part of North Carolina, Jackson Park, which is located in Hendersonville, spans over 212 acres. Featured amenities include tennis courts, softball and soccer fields, dog park, basketball courts and nature trails.
34.1 Miles
96% 771 votes
Lookouts Gatlinburg By-Pass, Gatlinburg, TN MoreLess Info
Located along the Gatlinburg Bypass, Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook provides excellent views and opportunities for taking photos of the surrounding mountains.
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