Free & Cheap Things to Do in Guilford, CT

  • The list below includes 255 free or cheap things to do in or near Guilford, Connecticut, including 115 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Hiking Trails, Art Gallery and Arts Centers.
  • From New England National Scenic Trail Gateway to Bluff Head Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Guilford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Hamden, Milford and Middletown.
  • The list below includes 255 free or cheap things to do in or near Guilford, Connecticut, including 115 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Hiking Trails, Art Gallery and Arts Centers.
  • From New England National Scenic Trail Gateway to Bluff Head Preserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Guilford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Hamden, Milford and Middletown.
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37.3 Miles
96% 97 votes
Beaches Ship Bottom, NJ MoreLess Info
Popular beach activities are the focus of Ship Bottom Beach that is accessible to the public for a small fee during the summer season. Visitors can swim, lounge, fish, go boating, and picnic on the beach.
37.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Historic Buildings 151 School St. Corner of Park Ave (Rt 178), Bloomfield, CT 06002 MoreLess Info
Built in 1796, Old Farm School operated as a school house up until 1922. Currently, it has been restored by a local historical society and is open to tours on Sundays.
37.4 Miles
95% 38 votes
Haunted Tours 10 Cottrell Street, Mystic River Park, Mystic, CT 06247 MoreLess Info
As a ghost tour, Seaside Shadows takes visitors on a walking trip through cemeteries and the downtown area while narrating the history of famous individuals from the town. The tour guide gives tips for taking psychic pictures with cameras.
37.5 Miles
74% 23 votes
634

Amistad

Historic Ships Mystic Seaport, Mystic, CT MoreLess Info
The Freedom Schooner Amistad in Mystic, Connecticut is a wooden ship built in honor of the slave ship Amistad, which experienced a mutiny while transporting slaves between the United States and the Carribbean. The Freedom Schooner Amistad is dedicated to fostering goodwill and respect between all races.
37.5 Miles
89% 4268 votes
Historic Sites 75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, CT 06355 MoreLess Info
A haven for devotees of handcrafted wooden boats, the Mystic Seaport is a charming port in Connecticut. It features rental slips, a museum, shops and a working repair yard. It is also the venue for Mystic's annual wooden boat show.
37.5 Miles
Offering individual studios to local artists, Farmington Valley Arts Center is a non-profit organization with a gallery containing sculpture and paintings. The center also provides art education to kids with a yearly summer camp.
37.5 Miles
88% 34 votes
Natural History Museums 10 Woodside Lane, Westport, CT 06881 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to sustainable ecology, ethical agriculture and wildlife preservation, Earthplace is a unique attraction in Westport, Connecticut. Its offerings include preschool, after-school programs, summer camps and plenty of volunteer opportunities.
37.5 Miles
78% 77 votes
History Museums 75 Greenmanville Ave, 7, Mystic, CT 06355 MoreLess Info
Mystic Seaport - The Museum of America & the Sea offers a variety of nautical history exhibits and artifacts along with historic vessels and buildings. The museum also hosts several public events and programs.
37.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
639

Downunder

Kayaking 575 Riverside Avenue, Westport, CT 6880 MoreLess Info
Downunder may specialize in kayaking but that isn't all they do. Visitors can also choose to go paddleboarding, visit their surf shop, or even take part in dry activities such as yoga.
37.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Marinas 24 Old North Road, Mystic, CT 6355 MoreLess Info
From boarding to storage, Masons Island Marina offers visitors a range of services for their boats. From the marina, visitors have access to Mystic Harbor and can explore the nearby islands, such as Andrews Island and Sixpenny Island.
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