Free & Cheap Things to Do in East Lyme, CT

  • The list below includes 242 free or cheap things to do in or near East Lyme, Connecticut, including 115 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, National & State Parks, Parks and History Museums.
  • From Hole-in-the-Wall Beach to McCook Beach & Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in East Lyme and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Groton, Mystic, New London and Westerly.
  • The list below includes 242 free or cheap things to do in or near East Lyme, Connecticut, including 115 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, National & State Parks, Parks and History Museums.
  • From Hole-in-the-Wall Beach to McCook Beach & Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in East Lyme and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Groton, Mystic, New London and Westerly.
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48.3 Miles
84% 512 votes
Historic Districts Thames Street, Newport, RI MoreLess Info
The core of Newport, Rhode Island is Thames Street, a historic thoroughfare that bisects the town. In spring and summer Thames Street thrums with activity and traffic. It contains many fine restaurants and shops.
48.3 Miles
67% 9 votes
Specialty Museums 1410 Honeyspot Road Extension, Stratford, CT MoreLess Info
Intended for children, the Garbage Museum in Stratford, Connecticut is dedicated to the history of American waste disposal. This fun, fascinating museum is also interesting for adult visitors. Group tours require a reservation.
48.3 Miles
90% 143 votes
Bus Tours Newport Visitor & Information Center, Newport, RI 02840 MoreLess Info
Viking Tours offers tours of the Newport area in old fashioned trolleys or modern motercoaches. Available services include sightseeing tours, wedding trolleys, personal guided tours, and meeting & convention services.
48.3 Miles
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Movie Theaters 5 Herman Drive, Simsbury, CT 6070 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1972, the Theatre Guild of Simsbury Ltd is a performing arts group dedicated to bringing theatrical entertainment to the local community. The group performs a variety of shows throughout the acting season, ranging from musicals to classics.
48.4 Miles
95% 384 votes
Historic Homes 680 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840 MoreLess Info
Rough Point is the historic home of the heiress and philanthropist Doris Duke, and is full of the art, furniture, and other exotic items she collected over the course of her life.
48.5 Miles
97% 1263 votes
Historic Homes Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 2840 MoreLess Info
Rhode Island's Newport Mansions are a series of opulent former residences now cared for by the Preservation Society of Newport County. Most of the mansions were constructed at the turn of the 20th century.
48.5 Miles
97% 1876 votes
Scenic Drives Newport, RI MoreLess Info
Enjoy the beautiful Rhode Island coastline as you coast up Ocean Drive. When the weather is clear, drivers on this immaculately-kept route can easily see for miles. Ocean Drive is also open to pedestrians and cyclists.
48.5 Miles
86% 597 votes
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Rosecliff

History Museums 584 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 2840 MoreLess Info
Located in Newport, Rhode Island, Rosecliff is a mansion designed by architect Stanford White and built in the 1890's. It is now a museum and event venue. Rosecliff also has its own tavern and bar.
48.5 Miles
97% 3366 votes
Historic Homes 44 Ochre Point Ave., Newport, RI 2840 MoreLess Info
One of the most appealing of the Newport Mansions is The Breakers, which was constructed in the late 1800's. This massive stone mansion features elaborate exterior carvings and has a huge formal garden.
48.5 Miles
97% 1177 votes
810

The Elms

Historic Homes 367 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 2840 MoreLess Info
Originally a vacation home for a wealthy Philadelphia family, The Elms in Newport, Rhode Island was constructed in 1901. The property has several large gardens and is furnished with many original items, including fine art worth millions of dollars.