Free & Cheap Things to Do in Avon, CT

  • The list below includes 311 free or cheap things to do in or near Avon, Connecticut, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Art Gallery, Arts Centers and History Museums.
  • From Fisher Meadows to Sperry Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Avon and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, West Hartford, Springfield and South Windsor.
  • The list below includes 311 free or cheap things to do in or near Avon, Connecticut, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Art Gallery, Arts Centers and History Museums.
  • From Fisher Meadows to Sperry Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Avon and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, West Hartford, Springfield and South Windsor.
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48.2 Miles
89% 28 votes
Art Museum 625 Williams Street, New London, CT 6320 MoreLess Info
The collection at the Lyman Allyn Art Museum in New Britain, Connecticut is one of the largest and diverse in the state. It includes art representative of all American periods, plus art from Europe, Asia and Africa.
48.2 Miles
50% 6 votes
Historic Ships 612 Shark Blvd, Groton, CT 06349 MoreLess Info
Groton's Naval Submarine Base began as a naval yard in 1868, and was converted to a submarine base during World War I. The working base is home to 160 major facilities and 15 nuclear submarines.
48.3 Miles
97% 634 votes
Specialty Museums 1 Crystal Lake Road, Groton, CT 6349 MoreLess Info
Groton, Connecticut is home to The Submarine Force Museum, a huge repository of submarine-related items and ephemera. Its centerpiece is the USS Nautilus, a decommissioned military submarine now open for tours.
48.3 Miles
89% 64 votes
Beaches Shoreline Drive, Stratford, CT MoreLess Info
Stratford, Connecticut is home to the Lordship Seawall, a rustic barrier made from bolders, rocks and cement. The Seawall is a popular place to stroll and picnic, and there are many bars and restaurants located nearby. It is open throughout the year.
48.3 Miles
- 0 votes
Beaches Oak Bluff Avenue, Stratford, CT 6615 MoreLess Info
Long Beach is a little over one mile in length and is one of the longest barrier beaches in Connecticut. It is also home to many species of shorebirds and waterfowl.
48.4 Miles
75% 83 votes
Parks 1 Barnum Dyke, Bridgeport, CT 06605 MoreLess Info
Beautiful Seaside Park in Bridgeport, Connecticut is the perfect place to spend time outdoors. It features views of Long Island Sound, benches, shady trees, picnic areas, cycling paths and sports fields.
48.7 Miles
57% 14 votes
Historic Buildings 8 Mill Street, New London, CT MoreLess Info
A water powered grist mill, the Old Town Mill was rebuilt after being burnt to the ground during the American Revolutionary War. The mill hosts many events throughout the year including concerts, art shows, and more.
48.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Bowling 120 Boston Post Road, Waterford, CT 6385 MoreLess Info
Waterford's Family Bowl is a bowling alley and indoor amusement facility that features traditional as well as duckpin bowling. The alley hosts cosmic bowling in the evenings, as well as rock'n'bowl.
48.8 Miles
75% 16 votes
Lighthouses New London, CT MoreLess Info
The New London Harbor Light is the seventh oldest lighthouse in the United States and the tallest in the state of Connecticut. The structure, constructed in 1801, features a fourth order Fresnel lens and brownstone material.
48.8 Miles
80% 5 votes
Breweries 11 Gifford Street, Pittsfield, MA 1201 MoreLess Info
The 15-barrel microbrewery known as Wandering Star Craft Brewery is a production brewery with a comfortable and relaxed tasting room. Guests can also tour the facility to see the brewing process in person.