Free & Cheap Things to Do in Hartford, CT

  • The list below includes 314 free or cheap things to do in or near Hartford, Connecticut, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Art Museum and Parks.
  • From Elizabeth Park to Bushnell Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hartford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Hartford, Springfield, Simsbury and South Windsor.
  • The list below includes 314 free or cheap things to do in or near Hartford, Connecticut, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Art Museum and Parks.
  • From Elizabeth Park to Bushnell Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hartford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Hartford, Springfield, Simsbury and South Windsor.
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Delicious Brazilian steakhouse cuisine made from fresh ingredients, roasted over a charcoal fire
14.6 Miles
Families admire artistry and the history of entertainment at New England Carousel Museum. In addition to tours, the museum also offers kids carnivals and holds community art events for children.
14.6 Miles
86% 14 votes
Libraries 5 High Street, Bristol, CT MoreLess Info
At Bristol Public Library, visitors can check out a wide variety of books or reserve a quiet study room. The library hosts weekly events like movie nights, concerts, and book readings.
14.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) 161 Cross Street, Middletown, CT 6457 MoreLess Info
The Freeman Athletic Center - Wesleyan University is an athletic center featuring the 60,000-square-foot Bacon Fieldhouse, a 1,200-seat gymnasium, and a 7,500-square-foot fitness center. The athletic center is host to a variety of sporting events.
14.9 Miles
80% 35 votes
Children's Museums 1 Pleasant Street, Bristol, CT 06010 MoreLess Info
The Imagine Nation Children's Museum features a variety of interpretive exhibitions and role-playing activities for young guests to enjoy, including the chance to play as an anchor on ESPN's SportsCenter. The museum also hosts events during the year.
14.9 Miles
Historic Homes 85 North Main Street, Southington, CT 6489 MoreLess Info
Professional tours of how 20th century millionaires lived are at the Barnes Museum. Come for a view of the historic home, collections, garden, or community events that are hosted.
14.9 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.
14.9 Miles
44% 9 votes
Children's Museums 1 Pleasant Street, Bristol, CT 06010 MoreLess Info
Imagine Nation is a museum and learning center geared especially to kids between the ages of 2 and 8. It features a variety of hands-on exhibits and educational play stations.
14.9 Miles
100% 4 votes
Paintball 998 N Colony Road, Meriden, CT 06450 MoreLess Info
Hogan's Alley Paintball Llc features six different paintball courses and a paintball superstore on site. They host events and offer open play, gear rentals, and group reservations for 10 or more people.
14.9 Miles
100% 2 votes
Fishing 238 E Main Street, Middletown, CT 6457 MoreLess Info
Fishin Factory III is a fishing gear and bait shop that provides equipment like rods, reels, tackle and baits as well as rod and reel repair. They also can issue inland, saltwater, and hunting licenses and permits.
15.0 Miles
60% 10 votes
Haunted Tours Lake Compounce Amusement Park, 217 Enterprise Drive, Bristol, CT 06010 MoreLess Info
The Haunted Graveyard is a haunted attraction that is a part of Lake Compounce Amusement Park. Visitors can experience a variety of scares and thrills including spiders, witches, catacombs, a cemetery, and the zombie forest.
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