- The list below includes 266 free or cheap things to do in or near Stratford, Connecticut, including 123 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, Bowling, Go Karts and Children's Entertainment.
- From Lordship Seawall to Short Beach, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Stratford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Norwalk, Hamden and Milford.
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When visiting New Haven, lover's of Italian food and traditions must visit Little Italy. Take a stroll through this tree-lined neighborhood and choose from any of the shops and restaurants that feature the finest in Italian cuisine.
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Located within an historic district, Wooster Square Park provides visitors with a natural green expanse in a quaint downtown setting. The park offers numerous trails and picnic areas, and is noted for the blooming of its cherry trees each Spring.
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Featuring elevations over 600-ft. above sea level, West Rock Ridge State Park is a scenic public park commonly visited by those who love being in nature. Popular park activities include hiking, boating, fishing, and enjoying the picturesque views throughout.
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From its earliest beginnings in 1894, New Haven Symphony Orchestra, has been continually dedicated to touching the lives of those in the region through musical excellence. Nationally recognized for its institutional vision, this award-winning orchestra has been featured in a major motion picture.
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Ingalls Rink is an ice skating rink that promotes opportunities such as youth hockey games, figure skating competitions, and free skate sessions. The facility also includes locker rooms as well as a conditioning room.
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114 Whitney Ave, New Haven, CT 06510
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Founded in 1862, the New Haven Museum, has been collecting, archiving, and exhibiting the rich history of New Haven ever since. Known for its bountiful genealogy information, visitors also enjoy the Fine Arts, Maritime, and Manufacturing collections.
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170 Whitney Ave, New Haven, CT 06520
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Part of Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, the Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History is one of the foremost American museums dedicated to the natural sciences. It is particularly renowned for its collections of fossils, gems and other geological discoveries.
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325 Grumman Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06851
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A 227 acre wooded park with a historic mansion on the property, Cranbury Park / Gallaher Estate offers a variety of attractions. The park has hiking trails and a disc golf course, and the estate is available for rentals.
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Home to a salt water lake, West Haven Beaches offers visitors an area for sunbathing and walking at its beach. The beach has a boardwalk with local businesses and benches to sit on.
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Hamden's West Rock Ridge State Park is free to visit. Its visitor center includes composting toilets. The park features several exclusive hiking trails, and multiple trails for mountain bikers and guests on horseback.