- The list below includes 246 free or cheap things to do in or near Essex, Connecticut, including 112 different types of inexpensive activities like Restaurants, Art Gallery, History Museums and National & State Parks.
- From Essex Library Association to Canfield woods, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Essex and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Groton, Mystic, New London and Middletown.
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The Eli Whitney Museum is more of a children's scientific workshop for building things than a conventional museum. The museum offers programs where students can build items such as pinball machines or host birthday parties.
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305 Sherman Avenue, Hamden, CT 6518
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With arenas for various sports games, Quinnipiac University TD Bank Sports Center offers visitors a venue to watch the Quinnipiac Bobcats play at. The first floor is dedicated to hockey games and is fitted with a large indoor ice rink.
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2 Lighthouse Rd., New Haven, CT 06512
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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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This 25-acre jewel located on the edge of New Haven, Edgerton Park, is a favorite destination for people who want to enjoy the gardens and grounds of this old estate. On the National Register of Historic Places, the park features many walking paths, fountains, and greenhouses.
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3651 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06518
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Barese Donald Fine Art & Antiques buys and sells worldwide and specialize in fine art, antiques, gold and silver, art appraisals and estate liquidations. They are open year round and seek American and European paintings and prints to purchase.
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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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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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Amf Bowling Centers is a bowling alley that offers competitive bowling leagues, public bowling sessions, and food and beverages. The alley is also available or adult parties, kids' parties, and corporate events.
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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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Johnson's Duckpin Lanes is fun for the entire family, with small balls and pins for a unique alternative to regular 10-pin bowling. There are 20 duckpin lanes and enough space for private parties.