Free & Cheap Things to Do in West Hartford, CT

  • The list below includes 312 free or cheap things to do in or near West Hartford, Connecticut, including 116 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Children's Museums, Hiking Trails and Maze.
  • From West Hartford Reservoir to Westmoor Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in West Hartford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, Middletown, South Windsor and Simsbury.
  • The list below includes 312 free or cheap things to do in or near West Hartford, Connecticut, including 116 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Children's Museums, Hiking Trails and Maze.
  • From West Hartford Reservoir to Westmoor Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in West Hartford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, Middletown, South Windsor and Simsbury.
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33.9 Miles
92% 131 votes
History Museums 67 Main Street, Essex, CT 06426 MoreLess Info
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.
33.9 Miles
100% 1 votes
Lighthouses Long Island Sound, Guilford, CT 6437 MoreLess Info
Constructed in 1802, the Faulkner's Island Lighthouse is an active historic lighthouse that is the second oldest in the entire state. Visitors commonly enjoy spending time on Faulkner's Island during their trip to see the lighthouse.
34.0 Miles
- 0 votes
Art Gallery 91 Wall Street, Madison, CT 6443 MoreLess Info
In operation for 35 years, Wall Street Gallery provides custom framing services for a variety of art. Its services offer classic framing techniques, as well as more modern frames with unique shapes.
34.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 47 Maple Street, Branford, CT 6405 MoreLess Info
At Willow Rock Gallery, visitors can purchase a variety of artwork from local artists, from jewelry, to paintings, to pottery. The gallery is run by a local artist who curates the work of regional artists.
34.2 Miles
98% 90 votes
Bookstores 768 Boston Post Road, Madison, CT 06443 MoreLess Info
Bibliophiles must not miss an apportunity to visit RJ Julia Booksellers in Madison, Connecticut. It is a large, independent store that sells new releases and local publications. It also sponsors book clubs and frequently hosts author lectures and book signings.
34.2 Miles
94% 18 votes
Libraries 801 Boston Post Road, Madison, CT 06443 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1901, the Scranton Library is a public library open to anyone wishing to check out books or use the library's many other services. These include computer access, community meetings, and book clubs, among many others.
34.2 Miles
75% 4 votes
Cooking Classes 44 Upland Rd, The Henderson Cultural Center, New Milford, CT MoreLess Info
The Silo Cooking School at Hunt Hill Farm is a professional cooking school that consists of a museum, a gallery, a cultural center, and a land preserve. The school teaches classes on gourmet cooking techniques and also has kids classes.
34.2 Miles
86% 14 votes
Movie Theaters 761 Boston Post Road, Madison, CT 06443 MoreLess Info
Providing a Dolby 7.1 Digital Surround Sound, digital projection movie-going experience, the Madison Art Cinemas offers film lovers the chance to enjoy first-run art and foreign films. The site is also used to host community events.
34.2 Miles
100% 1 votes
Hiking Trails Fairy Dell Road, Clinton, CT 6413 MoreLess Info
Peter's Memorial Woods is a heavily wooded hiking area for intermediate to experienced hikers. Visitors will find a main trail with six side trails branching off. The trails vary in difficulty - with some being steep, rocky, and relatively challenging.
34.3 Miles
83% 84 votes
Specialty Museums 17 River St, East Haven, CT 6512 MoreLess Info
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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