Free & Cheap Things to Do in New Haven, CT

  • The list below includes 257 free or cheap things to do in or near New Haven, Connecticut, including 116 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Music Venue, Libraries and National & State Parks.
  • From Yale University to Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in New Haven and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hamden, Milford, Fairfield and Stratford.
  • The list below includes 257 free or cheap things to do in or near New Haven, Connecticut, including 116 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Music Venue, Libraries and National & State Parks.
  • From Yale University to Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in New Haven and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hamden, Milford, Fairfield and Stratford.
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27.6 Miles
96% 140 votes
Historic Homes 70 Southern Blvd., Danbury, CT 06810 MoreLess Info
Located in Danbury, Connecticut, the Tarrywile Park & Mansion is a gorgeous park and a coveted event venue. The property contains an assortment of hiking trails, scenic overlooks and ponds.
27.6 Miles
100% 10 votes
Farms & Ranches 232 Town Street, East Haddam, CT 06423 MoreLess Info
With horseback riding lessons offered on site, Ray of Light Farm presents an opportunity for visitors to interact with rescued farm animals. The farm also offers wagon rides around the barn during school field trips.
27.6 Miles
100% 3 votes
Observatories & Planetariums 1615 Stanley St., New Britain, CT MoreLess Info
Located on the campus of Central Connecticut State University, the Copernican Observatory & Planetarium provides lectures, observing sessions and other, astronomical-related activities at no cost. In addition, there is a regularly scheduled, free show held on Saturdays.
27.6 Miles
50% 2 votes
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Golf Art

Art Gallery 609 Ethan Allen Highway, Ridgefield, CT 6877 MoreLess Info
Just as the name implies, Golf Art is a gallery that specializes in golf-related art and gifts. The gallery features a wide array of golf memorabilia, as well, and offers customization of some items.
27.7 Miles
100% 12 votes
Libraries 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT 06426 MoreLess Info
Essex Library Association offers books in multimedia formats for its visitors. The library has a service where visitors can book a private session with a librarian to help them locate a book or provide technical advice.
27.8 Miles
80% 119 votes
Specialty Museums Danbury Railway Museum, Danbury, CT 06813 MoreLess Info
Rail fans flock to the Danbury Railway Museum in Danbury, Connecticut. It contains one of the country's largest collections of vintage train cars, engines and paraphenalia. The museum also offers train rides and has a large gift boutique.
27.8 Miles
78% 41 votes
Farmers Markets 100 Westport Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06851 MoreLess Info
The Norwalk location of Stew Leonard's is a fresh food superstore featuring farm produce, baked goods, dairy products and gourmet items. Stew Leonard's also offers seafood, deli meats, artisanal cheese, fresh floral arrangements and offsite event catering.
27.8 Miles
100% 6 votes
Sports Facilities/Fields 1 Independence Way, Danbury, CT 06810 MoreLess Info
The Danbury Ice Arena is a hockey rink and skating facility that is home to the Danbury Whalers hockey team. In addition to professional hockey, the rink offers open skating, youth leagues, and lessons, and is available for party rentals.
27.8 Miles
50% 2 votes
Beaches 29 Plum Bank Road, Old Saybrook, CT 6475 MoreLess Info
Visitors can spend a day at the beach relaxing or skimboarding at Harvey Beach. The beach has a patch of eel grass with a variety of birds in it. There are several lifeguards on duty during the day.
27.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Music Venue PO Box 2957, Danbury, CT 6813 MoreLess Info
As an outdoor amphitheater, Charles Ives Center For the Performing Arts offers a mix of performing arts events in a scenic wilderness environment. Visitors can attend art shows, Shakespeare plays, and music events at the center.
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