- The list below includes 247 free or cheap things to do in or near Old Saybrook, Connecticut, including 111 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Fishing, Gold Panning and Hiking Trails.
- From Harvey's Beach to Great Cedar Conservation Area, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Old Saybrook and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Groton, Mystic, New London and Waterford.
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Colorful bistro delights diners with classic Mexican favorites and the occasional live mariachi band
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The Lyme Historical Society's mission is to preserve, celebrate, and disseminate the history and culture of the Old Lyme area. In the interest of this mission, the society purchases and restores old buildings, sponsors programs, and maintains archives.
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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.
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Experience the glamour of Golden-Era train travel at the Essex Steam Train & Riverboat in Essex, Connecticut. Surrounded by rolling hills and pristine waterways, this interpretive museum always makes an impression on its visitors.
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One of the most popular dining options in Essex, Connecticut is Olive Oyl's, a gourmet takeaway restaurant featuring salads, wraps, soups, pasta and other delicious foods made from locally-sourced ingredients.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Built in the 1700s, Pratt House is the former farm house of one of the early settlers of the city. The house contains authentic furniture and decor from the Pilgrim to the Colonial eras.
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Featuring works from over 40 local and national artists, Art Essex Gallery is an art gallery with a large variety of creations for sale. Paintings, prints, ceramics, and jewelry are among the products customers can view and purchase.
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Canfield woods is a nature preserve that spans over 300 acres of dense woods, wetlands, and interesting rock formations. The area is home to a variety of plant and animal species.