- The list below includes 314 free or cheap things to do in or near Hartford, Connecticut, including 114 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Music Venue, Art Museum and Parks.
- From Elizabeth Park to Bushnell Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hartford and in nearby cities within 25 miles like West Hartford, Springfield, Simsbury and South Windsor.
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One of the most popular dining options in Essex, Connecticut is Olive Oyl's, a gourmet takeaway restaurant featuring salads, wraps, soups, pasta and other delicious foods made from locally-sourced ingredients.
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This 25-acre jewel located on the edge of New Haven, Edgerton Park, is a favorite destination for people who want to enjoy the gardens and grounds of this old estate. On the National Register of Historic Places, the park features many walking paths, fountains, and greenhouses.
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Built in the 1700s, Pratt House is the former farm house of one of the early settlers of the city. The house contains authentic furniture and decor from the Pilgrim to the Colonial eras.
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East Rock Park, is a 425-acre park in New Haven, CT that features a myriad of sports courts and fields, over 10-miles of hiking and biking trails, and much more. Visitors can also enjoy the Trowbridge Environmental Center and Pardee Rose Garden and Greenhouse.
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The Guilford Art Center is an art gallery, school, and store that features a number of different services and artworks on display. Art exhibits, works on display, and artistic classes are among the attractions offered at the center.
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53 E. Industrial Dr, Branford, CT 6405
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Founded in 2010, the Thimble Islands Brewing Company has become a local favorite for quality beers. The brewery offers a wide selection of standard brews, as well as a select few specialty and seasonal labels available only through the brewery.
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New and experienced home brewers and winemakers will find a treasure trove of equipment, supplies, and knowledgeable staff at Stomp N Crush. The store also hosts winemaking classes and meetings of the Maniacal Association of Shoreline Homebrewers.
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Accommodating a variety of boats of different sizes, Brewer's Dauntless Shipyard is a historic marina with views of the Connecticut River. Hamburg Cove and Selden's Creek are accessible by boat within close proximity of the marina.
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At Cortland Park, shoppers can find luxurious 100% cashmere sweaters under the same label's name. Classic crew sweaters, dresses and even draperies can be found here in addition to other clothing lines.
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Visitors can enjoy horseback riding lessons and horse shows at Sweetwater Farm Feed & Equpment. The farm also offers training and boarding, pony rides, and is available to host birthday parties.