- The list below includes 362 free or cheap things to do in or near Waterbury, Connecticut, including 120 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Specialty Museums, Bowling and Art Museum.
- From Library Park to Mattatuck Museum Arts & History Center, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Waterbury and in nearby cities within 25 miles like New Haven, Hartford, West Hartford and Hamden.
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Savin Rock Beach is a rocky beach featuring a waterside walkway. Visitors may enjoy the scenic views the beach provides with small picturesque cottages lining the far shore. The beach also houses Jimmies, a small seafood restaurant.
21.6 Miles
Dedicated to environmental preservation, education and appreciation, Westmoor Park in West Hartford, Connecticut is a fantastic place for nature lovers of all ages. The park's main attraction is its farm, which is open daily.
21.6 Miles
Decorated with large, glow-in-the-dark monster sculptures, Monster Mini Golf offers a horror themed miniature golf course. Every Thursday, it has a special where visitors can enjoy unlimited miniature golf sessions.
21.7 Miles
The Roosevelt Forest contains a wide variety of wildlife for guests to view, including birds, amphibians, reptiles, and mammals. The site also contains wild flowers, ferns, and trees for guests seeking photo opportunities.
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Showing a mix of blockbuster hits and indie films, Bow-tie Palace 17 & Odyssey Theater offers stadium seating and digital sound. They also have a special theater featuring the BTX Giant Screen that is 70 x 50 feet.
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A movie theater with a BTX giant screen auditorium, Palace 17 & BTX Theater displays first-run feature films using digital projection and sound. The theater offers stadium seating, 3D movies, party rooms and a snack bar.
21.8 Miles
Opened in 1964, Kennedy Memorial Park is named for former President John F. Kennedy. The park features facilities for basketball, softball, tennis and baseball as well as a playground, splash pad, picnic tables and a pool with a slide.
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Nestled in East Haven, Connecticut, the Shore Line Trolley Museum offers a look back to the heydey of trolleys and streetcars. Patrons may purchase rides on a restored trolley or browse the museum.
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Established in 1864, Cedar Hill Cemetery, is the final resting place of many famous Americans. Visitors that tour the grounds are captivated by the tranquility of the 270-acres of gardens, wetlands, and woodlands.
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The Mill Woods Park provides the opportunity to traverse a natural trail or play a game on a lighted diamond. You may also host a family event at this site by reserving the 1774 Solomon Welles House.