Free & Cheap Things To Do With Kids

Explore the best free & cheap things to do with kids options for kids and families in Asheville

Statue: Childhood

Statue: Childhood

Visit this great place for kids and families!

121 US-74 ALT, Asheville, NC 28801, United States

Asheville Museum of Science

Asheville Museum of Science

Interactive exhibits & children's events. Small science museum featuring playful, hands-on exhibits, plus various events for children.

43 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28801

Thomas Wolfe Memorial State Historic Site

Thomas Wolfe Memorial State Historic Site

Former author home & landmark museum. Memorial museum in the childhood home of writer Thomas Wolfe, with exhibits & educational programs.

52 N Market St, Asheville, NC 28801, United States

Pack Square Park

Pack Square Park

Central plaza with a wide, grass lawn. This community green space with a stage & shade trees is popular for festivals & events.

80 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801

Pritchard Park

Pritchard Park

Green space with trees & a water feature. Tree-lined urban park with a water feature & boulders that hosts a lively drum circle every Friday.

67 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28801, United States

Asheville Pinball Museum

Asheville Pinball Museum

Unique spot for all-you-can-play pinball. All-you-can-play arcade featuring 75+ pinball machines & classic video games, plus beer & soda.

1 Battle Square Ste 1b, Asheville, NC 28801, United States

Asheville Botanical Garden

Asheville Botanical Garden

Lush oasis of native Appalachian plants. A half-mile trail meanders through these gardens that feature 600+ species of Appalachian plants.

151 WT Weaver Blvd, Asheville, NC 28804

Asheville Treetops Adventure Park

Asheville Treetops Adventure Park

Leafy destination with aerial obstacles. Lots of climbing, swinging, rappelling & other challenges, such as zip lines, in a wooded setting.

85 Expo Dr, Asheville, NC 28806, United States

Grovewood Village

Grovewood Village

Art galleries in charming surrounds. Quaint, historic place with artist studios, museums & a sculpture garden, plus a restaurant.

111 Grovewood Rd, Asheville, NC 28804, United States

French Broad River Park

French Broad River Park

Dog-friendly destination on the water. This riverside space features paved trails, a scenic overlook, open areas for play & a dog park.

508 Riverview Dr, Asheville, NC 28806, United States

Outdoor Adventure Center

Outdoor Adventure Center

Relaxed hotel on the Biltmore Estate. Simply decorated rooms in an informal hotel on the Biltmore Estate with 2 restaurants & a pool.

1 Lodge St, Asheville, NC 28803, United States

Craggy Mountain Line

Craggy Mountain Line

Visit this great place for kids and families!

111 Woodfin Ave, Asheville, NC 28804, United States

Western North Carolina Nature Center

Western North Carolina Nature Center

Zoo with more than 60 animal species. A zoo exploring flora & fauna of the Southern Appalachian region, with more than 60 animal species.

75 Gashes Crk Rd, Asheville, NC 28805, United States

Haw Creek Valley Overlook

Haw Creek Valley Overlook

Destination for panoramic mountain views. Scenic observation point & hiking destination offering picturesque mountain & valley views.

3800 Blue Rdg Pkwy, Asheville, NC 28805, United States

Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center

Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center

Visit this great place for kids and families!

195 Hemphill Knob Rd, Asheville, NC 28803, United States

Biltmore Waterfall

Biltmore Waterfall

Visit this great place for kids and families!

Fourmile Branch,, Asheville, NC 28806, United States

Tanbark Ridge Overlook

Tanbark Ridge Overlook

Visit this great place for kids and families!

3767 Blue Rdg Pkwy, Asheville, NC 28804, United States

Lake Louise Park

Lake Louise Park

Visit this great place for kids and families!

Lake Louise Dr, Weaverville, NC 28787, United States

The North Carolina Arboretum

The North Carolina Arboretum

Gardens & nature trails on 434 acres. Arboretum in a forest with mountain views, gardens & a bonsai exhibit, plus hiking & biking paths.

20 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC 28806

Craggy Gardens Visitor Center

Craggy Gardens Visitor Center

Accessible tourist center with views. Information center offering history, guides, maps & mountain views, close to trails & a picnic spot.

364 Blue Rdg Pkwy, Black Mountain, NC 28711, United States

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