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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45.7 Miles
63% 8 votes
Bowling 109 Stockbridge Road, Great Barrington, MA 01230 MoreLess Info
A 24-lane bowling center, Cove Bowling Lanes features cosmic bowling and an 18-hole miniature golf course. The center has a sports bar, arcade game machines, a snack bar and facilities for private parties and events.
45.8 Miles
96% 195 votes
Mountains Route 7, Great Barrington, MA 1230 MoreLess Info
Nestled in the Berkshire Hills, Monument Mountain offers novice-friendly trail hiking. Panoramic views and interesting rock formations add to the hiking experience. Hikers will also encounter a unique summit 'staircase' climb at the top.
45.9 Miles
94% 16 votes
Bird Watching 1 Milford Point Road, Milford, CT 06460 MoreLess Info
Located in a marshland, The Coastal Center at Milford Point provides panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. From the center, visitors can learn about the birds that visit the region, from shore birds to migrating birds.
45.9 Miles
100% 3 votes
Historic Districts Corner of Academy Hill and Elm Street, Stratford, CT MoreLess Info
Academy Hill is a community park and veteran's memorial in Stratford's Historic District. The memorial features an open field where a variety of colonial re-enactments are held in addition to several other large monuments.
45.9 Miles
100% 5 votes
Historic Homes 967 Academy Hill, Stratford, CT 06615 MoreLess Info
Built in 1750, the preserved Stratford Historical Society Capt David Judson House today has tours that demonstrate life in the 18th century. The house contains period furniture and the attached museum has many items from the era and beyond.
45.9 Miles
59% 68 votes
Hiking Trails 195 Main St, Great Barrington, MA 1230 MoreLess Info
The Greenway Trail Housatonic River Walk is a single remote, two-section national recreation trail made possible by citizen volunteers. Vibrant and abundant, the trail features native plants, and an engineered trail way structure that facilitates safe trail navigation.
45.9 Miles
83% 35 votes
Movie Theaters 70 Railroad Street, Great Barrington, MA 1230 MoreLess Info
Digital theater Triplex Cinema is a comfortable, well maintained movie house. While the theater has a zero-tolerance policy for outside food and beverage, it offers a variety of concessions and convenient parking.
46.0 Miles
75% 4 votes
Bars 1884 Main Street, Stratford, CT 06615 MoreLess Info
An establishment devoted to its community, Hards Corner Tavern is a place for socialization, camaraderie, and relaxation. The tavern features karaoke and live entertainment throughout the week and is suitable for events from birthday parties to first communion parties.
46.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
National & State Parks Haley Farm Ln, Groton, CT 6340 MoreLess Info
Haley Farm State Park is a recreational park in Groton perfect for biking or walking. The 0.8 mile bike trail is scenic and wheelchair accessible, and the bike trail also part of the bikeway from Mystic to Groton.
46.1 Miles
67% 9 votes
Specialty Museums 1410 Honeyspot Road Extension, Stratford, CT MoreLess Info
Intended for children, the Garbage Museum in Stratford, Connecticut is dedicated to the history of American waste disposal. This fun, fascinating museum is also interesting for adult visitors. Group tours require a reservation.
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