- The list below includes 253 free or cheap things to do in or near Vernon, Connecticut, including 108 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, History Museums, Movie Theaters and Art Gallery.
- From Northwest Park to Foster Family Farm, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Vernon and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, West Hartford, Springfield and Simsbury.
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Owned for almost 200 years over 5 generations of the Phelps family, the Phelps Tavern Museum contains artifacts from the once tavern and is made of architecture reflecting the 18th century in which it was built.
17.1 Miles
Founded in 1911, the Simsbury Historical Society is a non-profit organization that oversees modern buildings, artifact collections, and manuscript assemblages. The society owns 16 buildings including the Phelps Tavern and the Hendrick Cottage.
17.2 Miles
An urban wildlife habitat and park, A W Stanley Park features a variety of amenities. Visitors can see wildlife, bird watch, stroll by the pond, or hike the park's trails. The park also features a swimming pool.
17.4 Miles
A family entertainment spot, Blue Fox Rock & Bowl, LLC provides a variety of activities for all ages. Along with bowling and a party room, laser tag and miniature golf are also offered at this facility.
17.4 Miles
Filled with sports fields, Memorial Park offers six fields for visitors to participate in recreational baseball or watch Little League games. The park also has a skate park, pool, and snack bar.
17.4 Miles
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1399 Suffield Street, Agawam, MA 01001
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Open from April through October, the Sand Trap Mini Golf at Twin Silos features family fun through an 18-hole putt putt golf course. Visitors can also enjoy a full video game arcade and a snack bar with pizza and ice cream.
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1615 Stanley St., New Britain, CT
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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.
17.5 Miles
Huck Finn Adventures & Sales has provided kayak and canoe rentals on the Farmington River since 1983. They also offer guided trips of distances 3, 5, and 9 miles that last for 1 to 3 hours.
17.6 Miles
Visitors can see the latest blockbuster films at Gallery Cinemas Inc. The lobby has several movie memorabilia items on display; including large posters and a car. Its concession stand sells snacks and drinks.
17.6 Miles
A community park, George L Chesley Park features fields for baseball and football as well as courts for basketball and tennis. The park also provides a swimming pool, a children's playground, a water play station and picnic areas.