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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9.6 Miles
82% 50 votes
Scenic Drives Route 146, Branford, CT MoreLess Info
Stretching horizontally across Branford, Connecticut, the Route 146 Scenic Drive affords breathtaking coastal views. The route is accessible to passenger vehicles and bicycles and provides convenient entry to the Stony Creek Harbor.
9.6 Miles
- 0 votes
Dog Park 1220 Waterbury Rd Rt 70, Cheshire, CT 6410 MoreLess Info
Cheshire Dog Park is an off-leash park that offers 2 acres of fenced in space for large and small dogs to roam separately. They also have agility equipment and waste stations and are adding continually adding more features.
9.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Marinas 145 S Montowese Street, Branford, CT 6405 MoreLess Info
Brewer Bruce & Johnson's Marina offers a full service facility for boaters and yacht owners, with both long-term and short-term slip rentals during the summer. In addition to trained service mechanics, the Marina also offers a winter storage service.
9.8 Miles
90% 30 votes
Breweries 53 E. Industrial Dr, Branford, CT 6405 MoreLess Info
Founded in 2010, the Thimble Islands Brewing Company has become a local favorite for quality beers. The brewery offers a wide selection of standard brews, as well as a select few specialty and seasonal labels available only through the brewery.
10.1 Miles
95% 208 votes
Islands Branford, CT MoreLess Info
Numbering roughly one hundred islands, the archipelago called the Thimble Islands sits off the coast of Connecticut. The islands are a popular destination for locals and tourists, including anglers and boating enthusiasts.
10.2 Miles
83% 6 votes
Bowling 1211 Highland Avenue, Cheshire, CT 06410 MoreLess Info
Family owned and operated, Highland Bowl, LLC is suitable for all ages. Along with open bowling, the facility hosts leagues and offers special activities such as glow-in-the- dark and bumper bowling.
10.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 1188 Highland Avenue, Cheshire, CT 6410 MoreLess Info
Barker Animation Art Gallery is the world's largest animation and fine art gallery. They are currently celebrating their 20th year and feature art from all guests favorite studios including Disney and Warner.
10.6 Miles
- 1 votes
Beaches S St & Ocean Avenue, West Haven, CT 6516 MoreLess Info
South Street Beach is a sandy crescent beach known for being relatively quiet and uncrowded. The beach features several rocky outcroppings that make good fishing spots. Visitors can also swim (unsupervised, there are no lifeguards) and go boating.
10.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Hiking Trails Rt 77, Guilford, CT 6437 MoreLess Info
With 700 acres of wilderness available to explore, Bluff Head Preserve consists of forests, rivers, cliffs, and mountains. The preserve has a visible fault line that is made from traprock.
10.8 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 195 Water Street, Naugatuck, CT 6770 MoreLess Info
The Naugatuck Historical Society is housed in the old Naugatuck Railroad Station. The society is host to a museum and community meeting space for historical events highlighting the Naugatuck area. Historical talks of interest and exhibited collections change frequently.
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