Free & Cheap Things to Do in East Hartford, CT

  • The list below includes 291 free or cheap things to do in or near East Hartford, Connecticut, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Movie Theaters, Parks and Historic Homes.
  • From Great River Park to Dwyer Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in East Hartford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, West Hartford, Springfield and Simsbury.
  • The list below includes 291 free or cheap things to do in or near East Hartford, Connecticut, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Movie Theaters, Parks and Historic Homes.
  • From Great River Park to Dwyer Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in East Hartford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Hartford, West Hartford, Springfield and Simsbury.
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37.6 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.
37.6 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.
37.7 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.
37.7 Miles
100% 3 votes
Fishing 9 First Street, Waterford, CT 06257 MoreLess Info
As a family operated business, Dot-E-Dee Sportfishing Charters takes visitors on deep sea fishing trips on a 36' Harris Sport boat. Visitors have the opportunity to catch shark, striper, porgies, and tuna.
37.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 75 Main Street, Putnam, CT 6260 MoreLess Info
Silver Circle Llc is a launching pad for local artists that features rotating art displays, sculptures, art glass and assemblage. They also have a boutique area with handcrafted jewelry, textiles, pottery, and gifts by local and regional artisans.
37.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
National & State Parks 1500 West Street, Amherst, MA 01002 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy over 30 miles of marked trails on the Mount Holyoke Range at Holyoke Range State Park. The park accommodates a variety of outdoor activities including walking, hiking, horseback riding, snowmobiling, and hunting.
37.8 Miles
82% 34 votes
Beaches East Lyme, CT MoreLess Info
Locals and residents love spending time at McCook Beach & Park in East Lyme, Connecticut. An inexpensive pass is required for entrance. The park contains two beaches, shady picnic areas and plenty of verdant open spaces.
37.8 Miles
73% 11 votes
Bowling 525 Pleasant Street, Northampton, MA 01060 MoreLess Info
Spare Time Bowling offers guests the opportunity to go bowling, with bumpers and lightweight bowling balls for children. The location's Cosmic Bowling experience features laser lights, disco balls, black lights, and strobes.
37.8 Miles
62% 13 votes
Fishing 11 East Main Street, Niantic, CT 06357 MoreLess Info
At Black Hawk Fishing Boat, visitors can take a cruise out to the ocean to fish for sea bass and porgy. The crew is quick to help with getting visitors rigged, working out tangles, and providing other assistance.
37.8 Miles
100% 3 votes
Fishing 12 River Street, Waterford, CT 06385 MoreLess Info
Hosted on an 85-foot long aluminum fishing vessel, Mijoy 747 Deep Sea Fishing is a business offering fishing trips to those who visit. Guests on the fishing vessel commonly enjoy deep sea fishing, sightseeing, and relaxing on the water.
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