Cheap things to do in Kalamazoo

Central Business District

WL Social House

Upscale spot for wine by the glass or bottle served alongside eclectic tapas in a refined setting.

Central Business District

Roca

Western Michigan University/KRPH

Jack's Beans

Central Business District

HUB Tavern + Grill

Contemporary, open-timbered hangout with many craft beers, New American dishes, whiskey & a raw bar.

Outdoors

Al Sabo Land Preserve

Large, scenic preserve featuring wooded areas, meadows & wetlands, plus trails for hiking & cycling.

Outdoors

Kal-Haven Trail State Park

Horse, biking & hiking trails run 33 miles through small towns & historic spots in this small park.

Outdoors

Portman Nature Preserve

Milwood

Milham Park

49-acre park featuring big shade trees, a creek & ballfields that's popular for picnics & events.

Outdoors

Prairie View County Park

210-acre lakeside park offering a swimming beach, dog park, covered picnic areas & athletic fields.

Crossroad Park

Chocolatea

Central Business District

Rustica

Tables surround the animated kitchen at this trendy choice for rustic European fare & curated wines.

Burke Acres

Bow in the Clouds Preserve

Sprawling nature conservation site with woods & wetlands, wildlife, walking paths & a boardwalk.

Central Business District

HopCat

Woodwork-filled brew pub with a massive beer list offering creative pub fare & brunch items.

Outdoors

Fort Custer Recreation Area

Ex-WWII training area now a vast park with camping on farmlike terrain plus biking & hiking trails.

Outdoors

Markin Glen County Park

Former private estate with hiking trails, ball fields, a swimming lake & a 38-site campground.

Outdoors

Lakeview Park

Vine

Fourth Coast Cafe and Bakery

Eclectic, 24-hour coffeehouse serving espresso & pastries in relaxed digs with WiFi & live music.

Central Business District

Brick and Brine

Outdoors

Kindleberger Park

Oakland/Winchell

Woods Lake Park

Serene lake bordered by wooded areas, featuring a small sandy beach for swimming & a playground.

Burke Acres

Spring Valley Park

Large park with a lake offering picnic areas, trails & playgrounds plus soccer & softball fields.

West Main HIll

University Roadhouse

Casual eatery adjacent to the Western Michigan University campus serving creative American fare.

Edison

Mayors Riverfront Park

Natural park offering walking & biking trails along the Kalamazoo River as well as a playground.

West Douglas

Zooroona Restaurant

Colorful spot featuring a menu of Middle Eastern dishes & teas, with global wine list & full bar.