Free & Cheap Things to Do in Putnam, CT

  • The list below includes 117 free or cheap things to do in or near Putnam, Connecticut, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Parks, History Museums and Movie Theaters.
  • From Silver Circle Llc to Airline State Park Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Putnam and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Providence, Smithfield, Cranston and Lincoln.
  • The list below includes 117 free or cheap things to do in or near Putnam, Connecticut, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Parks, History Museums and Movie Theaters.
  • From Silver Circle Llc to Airline State Park Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Putnam and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Providence, Smithfield, Cranston and Lincoln.
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22.6 Miles
95% 44 votes
Colleges & Universities 1 Cunningham Square, Providence, RI 02908 MoreLess Info
A campus rich in faith, culture, and history, Providence College teaches an operates with good morals. Providence keeps faith as a main operating principle, encouraging its students to discover faith and providing the buildings to do so.
22.6 Miles
67% 6 votes
Arts Centers 65 James St, Suite 11, Worcester, MA 01603 MoreLess Info
Clayground is a make-your-own pottery studio that is fun for all ages. The studio allows visitors to create their own pottery pieces, such as dishes, figurines or tiles, and paint them to become vibrant works of art.
22.7 Miles
99% 98 votes
Parks Storrs, CT 6268 MoreLess Info
The Adventure Park at Storrs is an aerial adventure course. High above the ground, bridges of cable, wood, rope, and zip lines connect small platforms built around the trees. Adventure seekers climb along these aerial trails of varying difficulty.
22.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Lake Arnald Road, Coventry, RI 2816 MoreLess Info
A 226 acre reservoir, Tiogue Lake offers several boat ramps for putting in kayaks, canoes, or larger craft. The lake is also stocked multiple times each spring season with trout.
22.8 Miles
73% 11 votes
Specialty Museums 6 Bourn Place, U-5212, Storrs, CT 06269 MoreLess Info
The Ballard Institute and Museum of Photography features temporary exhibitions and a permanent library and archive. The institute also offers workshops for those who wish to learn about puppetry and toy theatre.
22.8 Miles
64% 11 votes
Historic Homes 1351 Cranston St., Cranston, RI MoreLess Info
Built as a small family homestead in the late 18th century, Governor Sprague Mansion, was upgraded to the elegant home it is today in 1864. Believed to be haunted, the mansion is available for tours or hosting events.
23.0 Miles
79% 237 votes
National & State Parks Lincoln, RI MoreLess Info
A favorite getaway for Rhode Islanders, Lincoln Woods State Park, is within easy driving distance from Providence, Pawtucket, and Cumberland. The park features rugged multi-use trails throughout the forest, fresh water swimming, kayaking, and more.
23.1 Miles
98% 40 votes
Movie Theaters 228 Stafford Rd, Mansfield, CT MoreLess Info
The Mansfield Drive-In Theatre plays first-run movies on three different screens during the summer season. The location is also the home of Mansfield Market, the largest flea market in Eastern Connecticut.
23.1 Miles
67% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 1225 Park Avenue, Cranston, RI 02910 MoreLess Info
Open daily, the YMCA of Cranston offers members and visitors alike a full-featured fitness and gym experience. The facility has a large workout area with modern equipment, regular exercise classes, and a full-sized pool and basketball court.
23.2 Miles
100% 13 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 414 Massasoit Road, Worcester, MA MoreLess Info
Broad Meadow Brook Meadow Conservation Area is the largest urban wildlife sanctuary in New England. Highlights include 80 species of butterflies and a nature play area for little ones. Five miles of trails are available.
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