Free & Cheap Things to Do in Hartford, CT

  • 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.
  • 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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38.5 Miles
69% 167 votes
National & State Parks 244 W. Main St., East Lyme, CT 6357 MoreLess Info
The gorgeous Rocky Neck State Park in East Lyme, Connecticut offers many appealing features and amenities. It is a popular saltwater swimming destination and has camping facilities. Patrons may picnic at a number of designated spots throughout the park.
38.5 Miles
96% 24 votes
Art Gallery 40 Main St., Northampton, MA 01060 MoreLess Info
Crafts and designer jewelry from over 400 American artists are on display at Don Muller Gallery. A wide variety of engagement rings and wedding bands are available, as well as handmade glass, wood, metal and ceramics.
38.5 Miles
59% 100 votes
Music Venue 20 Center St., Northampton, MA MoreLess Info
The Iron Horse Music Hall is a live music venue that hosts performers of a variety of genres, ranging from local and regional performers to internationally touring musicians. The hall also serves food and beverages.
38.5 Miles
100% 25 votes
Parks Breakneck Rd and Old Mashapaug Rd, Sturbridge, MA 01550 MoreLess Info
Situated along Westville Lake, Westville Recreation Area offers boat launches, trails, open grassy areas, picnic tables and grills. The area is suitable for hiking, mountain biking, birding, cross-country skiing, fishing, boating and ice skating.
38.5 Miles
- 1 votes
Dog Park 320 Nells Rock Road, Shelton, CT 6484 MoreLess Info
The Shelton Dog park provides a safe location for dog owners to bring their pet for exercise and fun. The park includes fenced in areas for large and small dogs as well as a large amount of shade.
38.5 Miles
72% 151 votes
Music Venue 41 Strong Avenue, Northampton, MA 01060 MoreLess Info
The Sierra Grille is a restaurant that serves alcoholic beverages, appetizers, salads, paninis, and desserts. The restaurant has a full bar that features 12 different types of beer on tap.
38.7 Miles
98% 44 votes
Historic Sites 556 Route 169, Woodstock, CT 6281 MoreLess Info
More mansion than true cottage, Roseland Cottage is an elegant Gothic Revival-style home in Woodstock, Connecticut. It features a formal garden, Victorian furnishings, opulent textiles and a bevy of antique dining ware.
38.7 Miles
95% 82 votes
Historic Sites 46 Bridge St., Northampton, MA MoreLess Info
Historic Northampton, Massachusetts is a museum dedicated to the most historically important buildings and people in the town's history. Docent-guided tours are available, or visitors may explore on their own.
38.7 Miles
93% 1005 votes
History Museums 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge, MA 01566 MoreLess Info
Old Sturbridge Village is a recreation of the rural New England area between 1790 to 1830. Featuring guides in costumes, the village is educational and informative and runs programs tailored to children.
38.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Sculpture Parks 48 Stonefences Ln, Kent, CT 6757 MoreLess Info
Featuring the work of a local artist, Alison Palmer Studio displays pieces made from clay, stone, an paper-mache. The artists hosts community classes for pottery that teaches visitors how to wheel throw.
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