Free & Cheap Things to Do in East Lyme, CT

  • The list below includes 242 free or cheap things to do in or near East Lyme, Connecticut, including 115 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, National & State Parks, Parks and History Museums.
  • From Hole-in-the-Wall Beach to McCook Beach & Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in East Lyme and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Groton, Mystic, New London and Westerly.
  • The list below includes 242 free or cheap things to do in or near East Lyme, Connecticut, including 115 different types of inexpensive activities like Beaches, National & State Parks, Parks and History Museums.
  • From Hole-in-the-Wall Beach to McCook Beach & Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in East Lyme and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Groton, Mystic, New London and Westerly.
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16.4 Miles
100% 36 votes
Marinas 58 Commerce Street, Clinton, CT 06413 MoreLess Info
The Indian River Marina offers kayak, canoe, and paddleboard rentals for tourists who get out onto the water and exercise. The business also hosts special events, including team-building exercises, family reunions, and birthday parties.
16.4 Miles
67% 9 votes
National & State Parks Route 16, Colchester, CT 06447 MoreLess Info
Featuring Connecticut's historical covered bridges, Salmon River State Forest consists of a large river and its surrounding forest. Visitors are allowed to hunt and fish in the park. There is also a designated picnic area that has grills.
16.4 Miles
100% 9 votes
Paddleboarding 58 Commerce Street, Clinton, CT 06413 MoreLess Info
A marina located at the convergence of three rivers, Indian River Marina & Kayak Rentals offers rentals and sales of kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and canoes. The marina also offers off-season storage as well as transportation services.
16.5 Miles
- 0 votes
National & State Parks 8 Echo Farm Road, East Haddam, CT 6469 MoreLess Info
A 300-acre park, Machimoodus State Park features a variety of landscapes, including woods, meadows, uplands, and waterfront areas. Visitors can bird watch, hike the extensive trails, or simply relax and take in nature.
16.5 Miles
- 0 votes
National & State Parks 8-10 Echo Farm Road, East Haddam, CT 6469 MoreLess Info
Spanning 300 acres, Machimoodus State Park is composed of woodlands, rivers, cove waterfronts, and scenic hiking trails. Picnic areas and pit toilets are available, and birdwatching, fishing, and horseback riding are permitted.
16.6 Miles
100% 3 votes
Fishing Cedar Island Marina, Clinton, CT MoreLess Info
Providing the necessary equipment like bait and tackle, The Flying Connie takes visitors out to Atlantic Ocean to fish for striped bass, sharks, and bottom fish. Visitors can sign up for a 3 hour, half day, or full day excursion.
16.7 Miles
75% 8 votes
Farmers Markets 4 High Street, Stonington, CT 06378 MoreLess Info
Featuring over a dozen vendors, Stonington Village Farmers' Market offers food items including local produce, baked and homemade goods, meats, seafood, jams and dairy products. The market also provides music, crafts, plants and an assortment of handmade items.
16.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Playgrounds 8-14 Northwest Street, Stonington, CT 6378 MoreLess Info
Located along Stonington Harbor, Stonington Village Playground is a small community playground with a wooded play structure, slides, swings and other play equipment. The park has a paved perimeter walking path, a gazebo and picnic tables.
16.8 Miles
90% 21 votes
History Museums Stonington, CT MoreLess Info
Maintained by the Stonington Historical Society, the 16-room Palmer house is more accurately described as a manion. Its gleaming white edifice gives way to sumptuous interior furnishings in the late Victorian style.
16.8 Miles
100% 2 votes
Children's Play Area 18 Knollwood Drive, Clinton, CT 06413 MoreLess Info
A children's play center, Bounce! Fun Center features a number of inflatable play houses, structures and slides as well as an arcade with video and redemption games. The center offers food and drinks, inflatable house rentals and party hosting.
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