- The list below includes 291 free or cheap things to do in or near East Hartford, Connecticut, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Movie Theaters, Parks and Historic Homes.
- From Great River Park to Dwyer Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in East Hartford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, West Hartford, Springfield and Simsbury.
Showing 271-280 of
774
23.6 Miles
87%
295 votes
220 State Street, Springfield, MA 01103
MoreLess Info
Holding the largest Chinese cloisonne collection in the western world, the George Walter Vincent Smith Art Museum is mostly Victorian in style. Most of the collection are decorative arts and painting pieces that were gathered by G.W.V. Smith and his wife Belle.
23.7 Miles
Springfield Science Museum, initially known as the Springfield Ethnological and Natural History Museum, houses a range of natural and physical science exhibits coupled with scientific and astronomical displays. The oldest American-built planetarium is also a part of the museum.
23.7 Miles
Springfield College is an private and independent educational institution and learning complex. Home to approximately 5,000 students, the college offers a variety of subjects including physical education and scientific study.
23.7 Miles
One of Connecticut's most unusual parks is Devil's Hopyard State Park in East Haddam. The park takes its name from its central waterfall, which is riddled with holes that, according to local legend, stretch down into Hell.
23.7 Miles
The Cheshire Historical Society is an organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of the area to the local community. The organization owns and operates an antique shop that contains products from years pre-1985.
23.7 Miles
Established in 1746, the Day House is a brick salt-box style house that is managed by the Ramapogue Historical Society. The house includes original artifacts from the 1900s such as the High Boy and the Writing Desk.
23.8 Miles
With horseback riding lessons offered on site, Ray of Light Farm presents an opportunity for visitors to interact with rescued farm animals. The farm also offers wagon rides around the barn during school field trips.
23.9 Miles
92%
167 votes
One Armory Square, Springfield, MA 01105
MoreLess Info
Springfield Armory National Historic Site initially operated as a major manufacturer of weapons till 1968 and was later converted into a historic site which features the largest collection of antique American firearms in the world.
24.1 Miles
Meeting at North Riverfront Park, Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club provides visitors with opportunities for rowing, dragon boating, and bicycling. The club hosts an annual dragon boat festival where visitors can watch or participate in three 200 meter races.
24.2 Miles
The paved, scenic Quinnipiac Linear Trail currently spans 1.3 miles, with plans to be expanded in the future. A basketball court, tennis courts, sand volleyball net, and a playground are located nearby.