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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37.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Movie Theaters 863 Park Avenue, Bloomfield, CT 6002 MoreLess Info
With state of the art equipment, Digiplex Destinations features the most up-to-date films along with special showings including independent films. The theater is further equipped with eight screens, digital projection and concessions.
37.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Libraries 21 Brook Road, Niantic, CT 6357 MoreLess Info
The D'elia Antique Tool Museum specializes in highlighting historical tools dating back as early as the 18th century. The museum, over 1,000 square feet, features a large collection of rare woodworking planes among others.
37.6 Miles
100% 2 votes
Mini Golf 75 Spielman Road, South Windsor, CT 06074 MoreLess Info
Fairways Mini Golf & Batting Cages is open from spring through fall and features a miniature golf course, 5 batting cages and 6 pitching machines. They also offer treats like hot dogs, lemonade and soft serve ice cream.
37.6 Miles
50% 2 votes
Parks Tunxis Avenue, Bloomfield, CT 6002 MoreLess Info
The primary features of Filley Park revolve around a brook, a pond, and an island that is set against a naturally wooded hillside. Newer aspects of the park include an arboretum, a rain garden, and natural playgrounds.
37.7 Miles
96% 151 votes
Hiking Trails Rte. 185, Simsbury, CT MoreLess Info
Featuring a 1.25-mile hiking trail, Talcott Mountain State Park boasts a beautiful observation tower that is open to tourists throughout the week. Visitors should plant to spend roughly 40 minutes on the trail before reaching the tower.
37.7 Miles
79% 56 votes
National & State Parks Route 8 North exit 46, Torrington, CT MoreLess Info
Beautiful Burr Pond State Park in Torrington, Connecticut offers facilities for picnicking, kayaking, hiking and swimming. The picnic area has a large shelter, and the convenient boat launch makes it easy to get in the water.
37.7 Miles
- 0 votes
Mini Golf 75 Spielman Road, South Windsor, CT MoreLess Info
Within the Fairways Miniature Golf-Batting, guests can enjoy a well-maintained 18-hole miniature golf course that can be played by the entire family. The center also offers five batting cages with six individual pitching machines.
37.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
Parks Hartford Rd Rt 185, Simsbury, CT 06070 MoreLess Info
The Pinchot Sycamore Tree Park leisure park that is home to the Pinchot Sycamore, which is best known for being the largest tree in Connecticut. The park has trees that are estimated to be 200-300 years old.
37.7 Miles
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History Museums 230 Pine Street, Manchester, CT 6040 MoreLess Info
Connecticut Firemen's Historical Society is housed in a retired 1901 fire station that showcases a working Gamewell Fire Alarm System as well as examples of early American craftsmanship related to firefighting such as glassware, lighting, leather making, photography and textiles.
37.8 Miles
- 1 votes
Marinas 265 E Barber Street, Windsor, CT 6095 MoreLess Info
Offering a paved ramp for visitors to launch their boat from, Bissell Bridge Boat Launch offers scenic views of Windsor Meadows State Park. The river is surrounded by trees and has a concrete bridge running over it.
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