- 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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A 12-screen movie theater, Enfield 12 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers stadium seating, arcade games, a party room and a lobby cafe with food and drinks.
45.7 Miles
Rowanwood Farm is a caregiver of animals including miniature Llamas, Nigerian dwarf and Pygora goats. As a result of the animals, Rowanwood Farm is able to offer school and library visits, hiking in the forests and vineyards of their locale
46.0 Miles
The Air Line State Park Trail offers biking, hiking, cross country skiing, and horseback riding opportunities. The trail, which is named for an imaginary 'line' from New York to Boston, was previously a heavily-traveled railroad line.
46.0 Miles
With a variety of scenario courses to choose from, Cousins Paintball offers visitors a competitive space for paintball and airsoft. Each game is monitored by referees, who make decisions on which team has won the game.
46.1 Miles
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370 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
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Discover the fascinating history of Fairfield, Connecticut at the Fairfield Museum & History Center. The museum includes indoor exhibits, beautiful outdoor gardens, an art gallery and a library. Tours are available.
46.2 Miles
Fairfield University's Barone Campus Center has been in operation since 1966, and features amenities including a large multipurpose room, dining halls, a mail room, a game room, the campus bookstore, and a variety of lounges.
46.2 Miles
Coram Country Lanes is a family friendly bowling center. The center features bowling for leagues and casual play as well as Cosmic Bowling nights, a pro shop and a full service snack bar.
46.3 Miles
581 Weekeepeemee Road, Woodbury, CT 6798
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Another Farm provides horseback riding lessons and features several miles of trails for outdoor and indoor riding. The farm features a variety of horses and disciplines that include eventing, hunter & jumper, dressage, and pleasure riding.
46.4 Miles
Narrangansett's Salty Brine State Beach is maintained by the Rhode Island Divison of Parks & Recreation. It features a huge public pavillion that covers almost 3,000 feet; it is used for many concerts and press conferences.
46.4 Miles
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41 Dwight Street, Fairfield, CT 6824
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Sound Fishing Charters Snow Goose 2 is a party boat and fishing charter vessel that can accommodate groups of as many as 35 passengers at a time. The company leads fishing trips along the Southern Connecticut coast.