- The list below includes 407 free or cheap things to do in or near Meriden, Connecticut, including 117 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Walking Trails, Art Gallery and Paintball.
- From Hubbard Park to Meriden Linear Trails, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Meriden and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Hartford, West Hartford and Hamden.
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Middletown, Connecticut is home to Wesleyan University, a co-educational institute on the shore of the Connecticut River. The university is famous for its sports programs, research projects and reputation for small class sizes with plenty of individual attention for each student.
8.0 Miles
Walking, fishing, kayaking, boating, and sailing are some of the activities to enjoy at Crescent Lake. Next to Richard's Orchard's, picnicking and hunting (during season with permits) areas are open, but open fires, alcohol, and swimming are prohibited.
8.1 Miles
Mad Murphys Cafe is a bar and restaurant that serves traditional pub food and Irish fare and has pool tables, flat screen TVs and two patios. They also have karaoke, open mic nights, DJ nights and other live music.
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140 Washington Street, Middletown, CT 06457
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Ursel's Web Frame Shop Gallery is a gallery of both fine and local art and custom framing shop. They offer an assortment of art pieces including paintings, sculptures and glass-blown figurines as well as German gift items.
8.1 Miles
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.
8.2 Miles
Middletown, Connecticut is home to the Kidcity Children's Museum. Intended for children up to age eight, Kidcity offers many fascinating and enjoyable ways for kids and parents to learn together. Groups are welcome; large groups should make a reservation before arriving.
8.2 Miles
The Middletown Roller Skating Rink is a roller skating rink that supports activities such as dancing, skating, and playing video games. The rink is available for birthday parties, skate lessons, and summer camps.
8.3 Miles
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.
8.4 Miles
Featuring full stadium seating and digital projection, Metro Movies 12 is a cinema that shows the latest movie releases to its visitors. Other amenities at the theater include 3-D film selections as well as 'Bargain Tuesday' specials.
8.5 Miles
Located along the Connecticut River, Harbor Park is a long, narrow strip of grass and trees providing a view of the river. Located within the park is a walking trail as well as picnic tables and restroom facilities.