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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5.5 Miles
91% 45 votes
Historic Districts New Haven, CT MoreLess Info
Located in the heart of the Yale University community, Chapel Street, is known for its eclectic mix of galleries, boutiques, and eateries. Not just for the college crowd, visitors of all ages will enjoy strolling the famous street.
5.5 Miles
88% 8 votes
Bowling 600 S. Colony Road, Wallingford, CT 06492 MoreLess Info
Brunswick Colony Lanes provides a wide range of activities for the entire family. They offer bowling and bowling leagues for all ages and skill levels. Patrons can also play billiards or video games. Bruswick offers food and beverages.
5.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Art Gallery 1500 S Main Street, Cheshire, CT 6410 MoreLess Info
Established in 1978, From Here To Antiquity is an art gallery that features a large variety of different antique works and home furnishings. Paintings, antique furniture, pottery, and sculptures are among the numerous items available for sale in the gallery.
5.6 Miles
92% 63 votes
Movie Theaters 86 Temple Street, New Haven, CT 06511 MoreLess Info
New Haven's Criterion Cinemas is a movie muiltiplex that shows first-run Hollywood movies in all digital video and sound. The theater also shows classic films and cult classics as part of special series.
5.6 Miles
100% 9 votes
Dog Park Chapel & Union Street, New Haven, CT 06511 MoreLess Info
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.
5.6 Miles
100% 6 votes
Parks 570 Chapel Street, New Haven, CT 06511 MoreLess Info
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.
5.6 Miles
100% 3 votes
Music Venue 212 Crown Street, New Haven, CT 06510 MoreLess Info
Located in downtown New Haven, the Pacific Standard Tavern is a restaurant, bar, and live music venue that hosts a variety of local and regionally touring acts. The facility features a full bar, and serves an array of microbrews.
5.7 Miles
68% 68 votes
Food Shops New Haven, CT MoreLess Info
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.
5.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Baseball Fields 346-414 S Elm Street, Wallingford, CT 6492 MoreLess Info
As an outdoor baseball field, Pat Wall Field hosts games for local baseball leagues and teams like the Fairfield Owls. Visitors can watch a baseball game at the field or reserve the it for their own game.
5.8 Miles
95% 63 votes
Specialty Museums 1 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511 MoreLess Info
Commemorating the organization that was founded in New Haven in 1882, the Knights of Columbus Museum, opened to the public in 1982. The museum is dedicated to archiving and exhibiting documents and artifacts about the organization's history and works.
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