- The list below includes 271 free or cheap things to do in or near Branford, Connecticut, including 119 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Breweries and Art Gallery.
- From Route 146 Scenic Drive to Foote Family Memorial Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Branford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Hamden, Milford and Stratford.
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No green thumb is required to design a terrarium at this out-of-the-ordinary creative social event
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Providing 12 auditoriums, Regal Cinemas displays first-run, feature films using digital projection with closed captioning and descriptive video devices. The theater has a cafe with food and drinks, a game room and stadium seating.
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Nestled in East Haven, Connecticut, the Shore Line Trolley Museum offers a look back to the heydey of trolleys and streetcars. Patrons may purchase rides on a restored trolley or browse the museum.
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Home to a Revolutionary War fort, Fort Hale Park was named for Nathan Hale, a Continental Army soldier designated as Connecticut's state hero. The park offers a sandy beach, a fishing pier, picnic areas and walking paths.
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For the finest views of New Haven Harbor and Long Island Sound, plan your visit to the Carousel at Lighthouse Point Park today. The carousel was built in 1916 and features 72 figurines on a 60-foot platform, making it one of the largest still in operation.
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Lighthouse Point Park is a community park and historic site that features a wide expanse of beach. The park has picnic and barbecue areas, a carousel, a rock pier, and pavilions that are available for rental.
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Home to a salt water lake, West Haven Beaches offers visitors an area for sunbathing and walking at its beach. The beach has a boardwalk with local businesses and benches to sit on.
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When visiting New Haven, lover's of Italian food and traditions must visit Little Italy. Take a stroll through this tree-lined neighborhood and choose from any of the shops and restaurants that feature the finest in Italian cuisine.
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Located within an historic district, Wooster Square Park provides visitors with a natural green expanse in a quaint downtown setting. The park offers numerous trails and picnic areas, and is noted for the blooming of its cherry trees each Spring.
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Close to downtown, Union Street Dog Park offers lots of open space for pets to run and play. Featuring a section for smaller dogs, it is safe for all breeds. Other park amenities include benches and a doggie drinking fountain.
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The Connecticut Children’s Museum is an educational museum that offers hands-on science and nature lessons for families, school groups, and community organizations. The museum features a dome planetarium.