Traveling on a dime? Greater Lansing offers attractions and activities that won't break the bank. Many listed here offer free admission or a nominal admission fee. Check for "free" days and special offers. For example, the Michigan History Museum offers free admission on Sundays.
Special Offers
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Outdoor Recreation
Explore one of the many parks, trails and gardens offering green and serene spaces.
Festivals & Events
Many local celebrations are free to attend. Check out our calendar of events for more.
Attractions Offering Free Admission
State Capitol Building
Step back into the Victorian era with a visit to Michigan's award-winning Capitol Building. Designed by Elijah E. Myers, one of…
Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum at Michigan State University
The Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum is a Zaha Hadid-designed contemporary art museum at MSU dedicated to exploring global…
Michigan Supreme Court Learning Center
A museum-style gallery filled with exhibits, hands-on activities and computer programs to help demystify the judicial branch of…
Michigan Walk of Fame
The Michigan Walk of Fame honors the ingenuity and resourcefulness of Michigan residents (past or present), whose contributions…
MSU Museum
The MSU Museum is the science and culture museum at Michigan State University and the state’s first Smithsonian Affiliate. The…
Nokomis Cultural Heritage Center
A Native American Cultural Center that focuses on indigenous Great Lakes history and culture, past to present day. The…
Meridian Historical Village
Located in the shadow of the Meridian Mall, the Meridian Historical Village provides a slice of 19th-century settler life. The…
Michigan Vietnam Veterans Memorial
The Michigan Vietnam Monument, located in Michigan Veterans’ Memorial Park, provides an opportunity to recognize, honor, and learn…
Turner-Dodge House and Heritage Center
A fine example of Classical Revival architecture, the Turner-Dodge mansion is a National Historic Registered Place. The…
Uncle John's Cider Mill
Open May through November with baked goods, cider and doughnuts, gifts, hard cider and wine. During the fall season enjoy many…
MSU Horticulture Gardens
The MSU Horticulture Gardens are actually a family of three gardens: The 4-H Children's Garden is designed especially for…
W.J. Beal Botanical Garden
Beal Botanical Gardens, founded in 1873, is the oldest continuously operated garden of this type in the United States. It includes…
Attractions Offering Nominal Admission Fees (under $10 per person)
Lansing Lugnuts Professional Baseball
We await your arrival at Jackson Field! Enjoy good times with good friends as Lansing's minor league baseball team--the Lansing…
Impression 5 Science Center
Impression 5 Science Center is a dynamic, interactive space for families to play, create, and challenge their understanding of…
Abrams Planetarium
The Abrams Planetarium offers sensory-friendly shows on the third Sunday of every month at 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. These shows…
R. E. Olds Transportation Museum
This collection of cars and memorabilia is a tribute to the auto industry, courtesy of one of Lansing’s most prominent citizens…
MSU Dairy Store
Learn first hand how cheese, ice cream and other dairy products are made, then sample the freshest ice cream you'll ever taste.
Michigan History Center and Archives of Michigan
The Michigan History Center includes the Michigan History Museum, the Archives of Michigan and the Museum Store. The museum tells…
Potter Park Zoo
The beautifully landscaped 100-acre park, gardens and zoo are situated in an old oak forest along the Red Cedar River. Located in…
Little Hawk Putting Course
This par 54 bent grass putting course features undulating greens winding through picturesque landscaping. Always immaculately…
Photo credit: Header photo of State Capitol tours - Tom Gennara