Free & Cheap Things to Do in Essex, CT

  • 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.
  • 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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31.7 Miles
85% 54 votes
Movie Theaters 39 Front Street, Hartford, CT 06103 MoreLess Info
A four-theater cinema multiplex, Spotlight Theatres shows a variety of first-run Hollywood movies with digital video and sound. Visitors can also dine at the full-service bistro attached to the theater.
31.7 Miles
50% 28 votes
Movie Theaters 330 New Park Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106 MoreLess Info
Showing a mix of blockbuster hits and indie films, Bow-tie Palace 17 & Odyssey Theater offers stadium seating and digital sound. They also have a special theater featuring the BTX Giant Screen that is 70 x 50 feet.
31.7 Miles
20% 5 votes
Movie Theaters 330 New Park Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with a BTX giant screen auditorium, Palace 17 & BTX Theater displays first-run feature films using digital projection and sound. The theater offers stadium seating, 3D movies, party rooms and a snack bar.
31.7 Miles
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Skating Rinks County Rd. 39, Southampton, NY MoreLess Info
The Southampton Ice Rink is a 100'x50' seasonal outdoor ice-rink that offers public skating times, hockey league play, lessons, and USFA figure skating programs. Warm up by the fire pit, or enjoy a snack or drink from the concessions stand.
31.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks Behind Southern Storefronts on Main Street, Riverhead, NY 11901 MoreLess Info
Ammann Riverfront Park is a public park facility located along the banks of the Peconic River. Amenities at the park include two gazebos, boat docks, picnic areas, and waterfront benches that provide visitors scenic views.
31.8 Miles
100% 22 votes
Scenic Walks 300 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06106 MoreLess Info
The Mortensen Riverfront Plaza is an outdoor riverside park and entertainment venue that hosts a variety of performances, including plays, concerts, and other shows. The plaza also offers scenic walking and jogging areas.
31.8 Miles
56% 16 votes
Observation Decks 1 Tower Square, Hartford, CT 06183 MoreLess Info
At the time of its completion in 1919, the 24-story Traveler's Tower, was the seventh tallest building in the world. Visitors to the tower are treated to an amazing 360 degree, panoramic view of Hartford and the surrounding areas.
31.8 Miles
92% 37 votes
Shopping Districts West Hartford Center, West Hartford, CT MoreLess Info
The district of West Hartford, Connecticut called 'The Center & The Square' is a unique and eclectic area filled with boutiques, restaurants, art galleries, antique shops, booksellers and other fascinating finds. It is best explored in clement weather, but remains open throughout the year.
31.8 Miles
90% 31 votes
Art Museum 600 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06103 MoreLess Info
Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art displays many different works of art and special exhibits throughout the year and also hosts festivals, concerts and other events. Their nearly 50,000 piece art collection spans 5,000 years of history.
31.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
Fishing Montauk, NY 11954 MoreLess Info
Capt. Ron’s Fishing is a commercial fishing charter company that offers tours on the waters of Montauk Point. The company has bass fishing excursions, shark fishing trips, and fluke expeditions.
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