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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37.4 Miles
Windsor's Vintage Radio & Communications Museum is far more than a simple collection of exhibits. It also offers kids' programs, radio repair, instructional seminars and other services for all ages.
37.4 Miles
95% 56 votes
Visitor Centers 50 Bend Road, Charlestown, RI MoreLess Info
Located on the site of a World War II Naval Auxillary landing field, Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge and Kettle Pond Visitors Center, is a favorite destination for outdoor enthusiasts. With abundant bird species, hiking trails, kayaking and more, visit today.
37.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Movie Theaters 863 Park Avenue, Bloomfield, CT 6002 MoreLess Info
With state of the art equipment, Digiplex Destinations features the most up-to-date films along with special showings including independent films. The theater is further equipped with eight screens, digital projection and concessions.
37.5 Miles
88% 58 votes
History Museums 5800 Main Street Putney, Stratford, CT MoreLess Info
Donated to the town of Stratford, Connecticut in 1949, Boothe Memorial Park & Museum is a free, 32-acre space. It is maintained by volunteers and is open during daylight hours. Its museum contains archives, a geneology library and a rose garden.
37.6 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks Tunxis Avenue, Bloomfield, CT 6002 MoreLess Info
The primary features of Filley Park revolve around a brook, a pond, and an island that is set against a naturally wooded hillside. Newer aspects of the park include an arboretum, a rain garden, and natural playgrounds.
37.8 Miles
86% 22 votes
Specialty Museums 90 Battle Street, Bristol, CT MoreLess Info
Located in Bristol, Connecticut, The Witch's Dungeon Classic Movie Museum is a storehouse of vintage horror-movie memorabilia. The works of Vincent Price, Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi and their contemporaries are immortalized in the museum's collection of costumes, props, photos and more.
37.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Kayaking 21 Waterville Road, Avon, CT 6001 MoreLess Info
Huck Finn Adventures & Sales has provided kayak and canoe rentals on the Farmington River since 1983. They also offer guided trips of distances 3, 5, and 9 miles that last for 1 to 3 hours.
38.0 Miles
94% 16 votes
Bird Watching 1 Milford Point Road, Milford, CT 06460 MoreLess Info
Located in a marshland, The Coastal Center at Milford Point provides panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. From the center, visitors can learn about the birds that visit the region, from shore birds to migrating birds.
38.1 Miles
91% 68 votes
Beaches US Route 1, Charlestown, RI MoreLess Info
East Beach in Charlestown features 3-miles of shoreline, clean sands, and crystal clear surf. Visitors appreciate its charm because it is not as developed as other beaches, but there are limited camping amenities.
38.2 Miles
83% 23 votes
Forests 700 Peters Lane, Stratford, CT MoreLess Info
The Roosevelt Forest contains a wide variety of wildlife for guests to view, including birds, amphibians, reptiles, and mammals. The site also contains wild flowers, ferns, and trees for guests seeking photo opportunities.
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