Free & Cheap Things to Do in Hamden, CT

  • The list below includes 304 free or cheap things to do in or near Hamden, Connecticut, including 117 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, Bowling, Music Venue and History Museums.
  • From Sleeping Giant State Park to Farmington Canal State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hamden and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Milford, Stratford and Middletown.
  • The list below includes 304 free or cheap things to do in or near Hamden, Connecticut, including 117 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, Bowling, Music Venue and History Museums.
  • From Sleeping Giant State Park to Farmington Canal State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hamden and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Milford, Stratford and Middletown.
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14.0 Miles
100% 10 votes
Parks 800 Westfield Road, Meriden, CT 06450 MoreLess Info
Giuffrida Park provides hiking opportunities for those who wish to travel to the top of Chauncey Peak. Providing plenty of photo opportunities to its visitors, the location offers views of Avon Mountain.
14.0 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 144 W Main Street, Waterbury, CT 6702 MoreLess Info
Mattatuck Museum of Mattatuck Historical Society preserves the history of Connecticut anciently known as Mattatuck. The Museum collects, preserves, studies and exhibits American art and history with a focus on the art and cultural history of Connecticut.
14.2 Miles
17% 6 votes
Bowling 694 Lakewood Road, Waterbury, CT 06704 MoreLess Info
Suitable for open and league bowling as well as private events, Lakewood Lanes offers 42 synthetic lanes with automatic scoring. The center has a snack bar and a game area with arcade and redemption games.
14.3 Miles
88% 200 votes
Farms & Ranches 606 Walnut Tree Hill Road, Shelton, CT MoreLess Info
Headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut, the 400-acre Jones Family Farm is renowned for its Christmas trees. Half of the farm's acreage is devoted to the hand-planted pine trees sold during the winter holidays.
14.5 Miles
98% 51 votes
Recreation Centers 2011 South Main Street, Middletown, CT 06457 MoreLess Info
Get a taste for high-flying adventure at Empower Leadership Sports & Adventure in Middletown, Connecticut. The company specializes in zipline tours and wilderness exercises that promote team-building and camaraderie. Individuals, families, groups and corporate clients are welcome.
14.5 Miles
80% 284 votes
National & State Parks East Broadway, Milford, CT MoreLess Info
Visitors to Silver Sands State Park in Milford, Connecticut enjoy fishing, swimming, shell collecting and other open-air activities. Entry is free. Swimming is allowed during daylight, but anglers may fish at any time.
14.5 Miles
60% 5 votes
Natural Landmarks 175 Quaker Farms Rd, Rt 188, Southbury, CT 06488 MoreLess Info
A designated trout park, Southford Falls State Park offers year-round activities including hiking, cross-country skiing and field sports. Located along Eightmile Brook, the 169-acre park features several trails and a scenic waterfall.
14.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Beaches 198 Seaside Avenue, Guilford, CT 6437 MoreLess Info
Located near Guilford Point, Jacobs Beach consists of a 25 acre beach, picnic shelters, a playground, various sports courts, and more. Visitors can take their boats into the water or go swimming at the shore.
15.0 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.
15.0 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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