- The list below includes 252 free or cheap things to do in or near Fairfield, Connecticut, including 128 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Beaches, Recreation Centers and Bowling.
- From Sasco Hill Beach to Jennings Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Fairfield and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Norwalk, Milford and Stratford.
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Home to a Revolutionary War fort, Fort Hale Park was named for Nathan Hale, a Continental Army soldier designated as Connecticut's state hero. The park offers a sandy beach, a fishing pier, picnic areas and walking paths.
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Established in 1797, Grove Street Cemetery, was the first chartered cemetery in the nation and was the first designed for family plots. The cemetery serves as the final resting place for many historically significant figures and has been designated a National Historic Landmark.
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With a varied collection including an array of books and audiovisual resources, New Haven Free Public Library supports education in and around the community. Special programs for youth, seniors and the general public are also sponsored here.
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A natural, wildlife area for birdwatching, the Shepaug Eagle Observation Area is an informative shelter to view eagles, birds, the dam, and walk the trails. Visitors must make reservations in advance, as the attraction is only open during specific seasons.
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Close to downtown, Union Street Dog Park offers lots of open space for pets to run and play. Featuring a section for smaller dogs, it is safe for all breeds. Other park amenities include benches and a doggie drinking fountain.
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Grass Island Dog Park offers a spacious green grass field for dogs, both small breed and large, to run off-leash. The park also offers fresh water station, waste bag stations and shady trees for resting between runs.
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The Dream Rider Farm is an equestrian farm that sits on a 12-acre plot of land and is home to a heated wash stall, a washing machine and dryer, a tack room. The farm also offers boarding services.
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The Connecticut Children’s Museum is an educational museum that offers hands-on science and nature lessons for families, school groups, and community organizations. The museum features a dome planetarium.
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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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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.