Bloomington · Monroe County, IN
Cheap things to do in Bloomington
Scout analyzed 57 Bloomington places and surfaced the ones that actually fit cheap day out.
Places analyzed
57
Matches
24
Typical spend
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Typical visit
1.3 hr
Scout-verified spots
Outdoors
Switchyard Park
Outdoors
Cataract Falls State Recreation Area
Food & Drink
Soma Coffeehouse and Juice Bar
Outdoors
McCormick's Creek State Park
Site offers hiking & horseback-riding trails, river fishing, indoor recreational center & campsites.
Food & Drink
Upland Brewing Co.
Contemporary pub grub accompanies rotating house brews in a comfy, art-lined space with a patio.
Outdoors
Karst Farm Park
Recreation area with athletic fields, picnic shelters, playgrounds & a splash pad, plus a dog park.
Sports & Recreation
Beanblossom Bottoms Nature Preserve - Sycamore Land Trust
Food & Drink
Big Woods Bloomington
Relaxed restaurant & bar serving locally brewed beer & creative pub fare with live entertainment.
Food & Drink
BuffaLouie's at The Gables
Counter-service locale dishing up burgers & wings in a laid-back setting adorned with sports decor.
Outdoors
Yellowwood State Forest
Pine forest with a lake offers camping, fishing, hunting, hiking & (permit-required) gold panning.
Food & Drink
The Runcible Spoon
Bustling option for casual cafe fare served all day in a whimsically decorated space with a patio.
Food & Drink
55 Southern Stone
Light-filled spot offers ample table space & a menu of classic Southern fare from local ingredients.
Food & Drink
Malibu Grill
Seafood, steaks & pasta served with local beers & craft cocktails in a laid-back yet stylish bistro.
Food & Drink
Social Cantina
Hip restaurant with an industrial-chic vibe serving tequila, craft beers & classic Mexican dishes.
Food & Drink
Uptown Cafe
Lively fixture serving American eats with a Cajun-Creole bent all day, plus full bar & soccer on TV.
Nightlife
Nick's English Hut
Bi-level sports bar mainstay offers market-driven American eats & a hopping post-dinner crowd.
Food & Drink
Janko's Little Zagreb
This institution serves hearty steak & seafood dinners & fine wines in an old-fashioned dining room.
Food & Drink
The Elm Restaurant
Food & Drink
Crumble Coffee and Bakery
Food & Drink
Hopscotch Coffee
Laid-back haunt for pastries, house-roasted coffee, espresso drinks & tea, plus outdoor seating.
Outdoors
Lower Cascades Park
Green space with an extensive fully accessible playground, picnic shelters & a paved trail.
Nightlife
Lennie's Brewpub
Easygoing tavern serving local craft beers & a wide-ranging menu of eats, including gourmet pizzas.
Food & Drink
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen
Family-friendly chain serving American comfort food with a Texas twist, plus cocktails.
Food & Drink
The Inkwell Bakery & Cafe
No reservation needed
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