Free & Cheap Things to Do in Manchester, CT

  • The list below includes 276 free or cheap things to do in or near Manchester, Connecticut, including 108 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Hiking Trails and Bowling.
  • From Wickham Park to Case Mountain, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Manchester and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, West Hartford, Springfield and Simsbury.
  • The list below includes 276 free or cheap things to do in or near Manchester, Connecticut, including 108 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Hiking Trails and Bowling.
  • From Wickham Park to Case Mountain, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Manchester and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, West Hartford, Springfield and Simsbury.
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30.1 Miles
91% 23 votes
History Museums 238 Cabot Street, Holyoke, MA 01040 MoreLess Info
Located in Holyoke, Massachusetts, the Wisteriahurst Museum is an expansive mansion with manicured grounds and a gorgeous atmosphere. It was originally a home, but is now a rentable event facility that is among the region's most coveted wedding venues.
30.1 Miles
75% 4 votes
Marinas 37 Pratt Street, Essex, CT 06426 MoreLess Info
Accommodating a variety of boats of different sizes, Brewer's Dauntless Shipyard is a historic marina with views of the Connecticut River. Hamburg Cove and Selden's Creek are accessible by boat within close proximity of the marina.
30.1 Miles
100% 2 votes
Horseback Riding 640 Tuttle Avenue, Hamden, CT 06518 MoreLess Info
Giant Valley Polo Farm hosts polo matches on a regular basis, and welcomes spectators to come and enjoy matches in a casual to dressy atmosphere. The club also hosts tailgating before matches.
30.1 Miles
- 0 votes
Parks 23 Main Street, Essex, CT 6426 MoreLess Info
At Cortland Park, shoppers can find luxurious 100% cashmere sweaters under the same label's name. Classic crew sweaters, dresses and even draperies can be found here in addition to other clothing lines.
30.1 Miles
50% 2 votes
Dog Park Community Field Road, Holyoke, MA 01040 MoreLess Info
Located on Community Field Road, Wyatt Harper Dog Park offers a place for your dog to enjoy a leashless run. The park offers restrooms and also has a nearby creek for fresh water for your dog.
30.2 Miles
92% 131 votes
History Museums 67 Main Street, Essex, CT 06426 MoreLess Info
Kids and adults love to visit the Connecticut River Museum in Essex, Connecticut. The museum features a wide assortment of indoor and outdoor exhibits. Guided tours are available. School groups must reserve tours in advance.
30.2 Miles
25% 4 votes
Beaches Soundview, Old Lyme, CT 06371 MoreLess Info
Soundview Beach is a public beach that is a popular destination for both tourists and locals. The beach is also adjacent to a number of businesses, including restaurants, bars, and doughnut shops.
30.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 524 Brooksvale Avenue, Hamden, CT 6518 MoreLess Info
Brooksvale Park offers a domestic animal barnyard, toddler playground and playing field, wildlife garden, and apple orchard. The on-site pond is used for ice skating in the winter. Hiking trails and a rentable pavilion are also available.
30.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Hiking Trails 197 Leadmine Road, Sturbridge, MA 1518 MoreLess Info
Consisting of 84 acres of land, Heins Farm Conservation Area Trail System has three trails for visitors to hike on. The trails lead visitors through the surrounding grassland. In total, the trails are about 5 miles long.
30.5 Miles
98% 44 votes
Historic Sites 556 Route 169, Woodstock, CT 6281 MoreLess Info
More mansion than true cottage, Roseland Cottage is an elegant Gothic Revival-style home in Woodstock, Connecticut. It features a formal garden, Victorian furnishings, opulent textiles and a bevy of antique dining ware.
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